About Us

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bereavement services for parents, children and families in the west midlands

Who we are

Edward’s Trust is a specialist holistic bereavement charity based in Birmingham, dedicated to providing vital support to families across the West Midlands. We understand that grief is a deeply personal journey, and we tailor our services to meet the unique needs of each individual we support.

Every year, we provide bereavement support to over 600 families, reaching over 3,000 family members. Our services include one-to-one counselling, wellbeing therapies and support groups, ensuring that bereaved parents, children and young people have the compassionate care they need.

We believe in a holistic approach to bereavement care, addressing not only the emotional impact of loss but also the physical and mental wellbeing of those grieving. Our dedicated team of counsellors, therapists and support staff offer a safe space where families can navigate their grief, rebuild their resilience and find hope for the future.

Our history and legacy

Edward’s Trust was founded in 1989 in memory of Edward Dent, a courageous young boy who passed away at the age of seven after being diagnosed with a Wilm’s Tumour, a rare form of cancer. Edward was a quiet, studious child who loved reading, and his name now lives on as a beacon of hope for bereaved families.

What started as a small organisation providing home-from-home accommodation for families with seriously ill children in Birmingham has evolved into a comprehensive bereavement support charity. Over the years, Edward’s Trust has expanded to provide counselling and wellbeing therapies for those grieving the loss of a parent, child or significant loved one – whether through illness, accident, violence, suicide or neonatal loss.

For families supported by Edward’s Trust, grief is not something imagined. It is their daily reality. Our mission is to stand beside them, offering professional and compassionate care for as long as they need. Since our inception, we have remained committed to ensuring that no bereaved family walks this journey alone.

Amanda's story

Amanda was supported by Edward’s Trust after the death of her son Oliver to suicide.

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"My daughter has become so much more confident and outgoing. She is sleeping better and although still occasionally has outbursts, seems less anxious and much happier. I am so grateful, thank you."
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