Launch of new service for those who have been bereavedA new service has been launched offering help and support to those who have been bereaved, either recently or in the past. Resources for those who have suffered a loss are now more readily available through "Linkup", which is based in The Chaplaincy Centre at Borders General Hospital, Melrose. It provides a lending library of books, leaflets and other useful resources covering a wide range of bereavement situations. Trained volunteers will be present every :
Tuesday evening between 6pm and 7.30pm, to help any callers browse through the resources available and to listen to anyone who just needs to talk. Bereavement counselling is not offered, but for those who are looking for or requiring this specific form of support, guidance will be offered and support given in accessing it.
"Link Up" is available to those who have been affected by bereavement, those supporting the bereaved and the resources available are for use by the general public as well as by healthcare professionals. Please find and display as appropriate the enclosed information. Any further information may be obtained from :
Ron Dick or Sandra Henwood in the Spiritual Care Office, telephone 01896 826564 ron.dick@borders.scot.nhs.uk
sandra.henwood@borders.scot.nhs.uk
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