Supporting BEREAVED PARENTS, CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE IN the West Midlands.

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What we do

Here at Edward’s Trust we offer a holistic approach to supporting people through bereavement and loss. We offer counselling (1 to 1 or as a couple) support groups, play therapy, wellbeing therapies and social events. We are also able to offer resources and training for those wanting to support people in their grief journey. We offer support to:

  • Parents bereaved of their baby or child – whatever the age or circumstance.

  • Children and young people aged between 4 – 24 years who are bereaved of a parent, grandparent, significant carer, sibling or friend.

  • Bereaved parents/carers of a child or young person who is currently accessing support through Edward’s Trust and who also require support with their grief.

We also offer, advice, support, information and training to professionals working with bereaved families. 

 

For urgent, out of hours support contact The Samaritans on 116 123 or NHS 111 Option 2.  From 9am -11pm Birmingham Mind Helpline on 0121 262 3555 is also available.

Ways to Benefit and Support

Explore how Edwards Trust’s free bereavement services can support you, and how partnerships and opportunities can help you or your organisation make a meaningful impact.

For Bereaved Parents

Discover our free counselling, support groups and well-being therapies designed to help you heal

For Bereaved Children and Young People

Explore our counselling and support groups

For Healthcare Professionals

Enhance your patients’ care with our top-tier bereavement support services

For Counsellors and Therapists

Collaborate with us to offer your clients top-tier bereavement services

For Individual Donors

Your donation makes a difference. Help us provide free, specialised services that bring hope and healing.

For Individual Fundraisers

Your efforts matter – With your fundraising dedication, you can make a significant impact.

For Corporate Donors

Partner with us for community impact – Your corporate donation can make a lasting difference.

For Corporate Fundraisers

Organise corporate fundraisers, engage your team and support a meaningful cause.

For Legacy Donors

Leave a legacy of hope and ensure your support continues for generations.

For Community Fundraisers

Organise a fundraiser that brings people together for a common cause.

For Social Workers

Bereavement support, addressing emotional and practical needs for families in your care.

For Schools and Colleges

Help your students navigate their grief with our specialised bereavement services.

How we help

Counselling
Wellbeing Therapies
Complementary Therapies
Play Therapy
Support Groups

Telephone Support

Online Support

Training

Remembrance Services

Social Activities

We provide bereavement counselling or play therapy to children and young people up to the age of 24 who are bereaved of a parent, significant carer, sibling or friend. If, as a professional you want to make a referral, please contact admin@edwardstrust.org.uk or phone 0121 454 1705

If you are making a referral as a third party, please ensure that the child/young person wants to have bereavement counselling and that the parent/guardian of the child/young person is aware of referral. If you have any questions about our criteria, don’t hesitate to give us a call.

For self referrals please contact us on 0121 454 1705 

Upcoming Events & Campaigns - Supporting

14 September - Skydive for 35

This year we are celebrating 35 years of Edward's Trust with a large-scale skydiving event on 14 September at Langar Airfield, Nottingham.

We already have 35 people signed up to jump off a plane to celebrate our three-and-a-half-decade anniversary and raise funds for us to continue the life changing work we do.

Help them reach their goal!

throughout the year - ultra challenges

Are you a walker, jogger, or a runner looking for a challenge – to test yourself or to get in shape, and achieve something special? If so, these events are for you! Whether it’s along stunning coastline, or on trails through the best of Britain’s countryside, your Ultra Challenge® will be unforgettable - fundraise for Edward's Trust and get full support and an amazing sense of fulfilment.  Find out more here

Apr 27/28 - wolf run

Find your 'inner wolf' by running through fields, mud, lakes and climbing, crawling, laughing, crying your way around either a 5k or 10k obstacle course in Leicestershire or Warwickshire

Find out more here

Upcoming Events - Wellbeing & Remembering

light up a life dedication page

This time of year can be tough for those who have been bereaved. For many it helps to have a place to remember their loved one. This may be a physical place, but it could also be a virtual place. You can set up a dedication to your loved one on our 'Light Up a Life' dedication page here.

Wellbeing

Here at Edward's Trust we support the whole person with their bereavement so in addition to counselling we also offer wellbeing sessions with our Wellbeing Therapist and Personal Trainer, Sophie Skipp. Find out more here

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Edward’s Trust recognises the diverse needs of our families and communities and seeks to offer support in an accessible and inclusive way.

Safeguarding is at the heart of Edward’s Trust services and operations. Please click here to see our policy.

Edward’s Trust are committed to ensuring protection of all personal information that we hold, and to provide and protect all such data in line with GDPR requirements. You can read our policy here.