Bereavement and Donor Support Services
Bereavement
By its very nature, a death is distressing to everyone. The emotional and physical reactions that follow are usually intense and they may confuse, frighten and shock.
You may also be surprised by reactions that are unfamiliar and seemingly out of character. As individuals, grief is a unique experience. Coping with this grief varies, but it may help to express your feelings and emotions by talking to others.
The Bereavement and Donor Support Team is available to offer advice and support to help you cope and understand your reactions in the first days following the loss of your relative or friend.
Tissue Donation
Whether your relative has died in the hospital or the community, they may be able to donate tissues (corneas/ skin/ bone) for transplantation. Many people have expressed a wish in life by carrying a donor card, registering on the organ donor register or have expressed a wish to become a donor at some time in the past.
It may be possible for a tissue donation to be made up to 24 hours after the death of the donor. If you would like to speak to someone in more detail about donation please contact the Bereavement and Donor Support Team via the hospital switch board.
Useful Contacts & Sites
Bereavement and Donor Support Team
Tel: +44 (0)1204 390448
and air call via the hospital switch board
Tel: +44 (0)1204 390 390
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