Children

You may be wondering how best to support your children. It’s important they feel part of what’s going on at this difficult time, are able to share their feelings with you and go to the funeral, should they wish.

Further information

www.direct.gov.uk offers practical guidance under its ‘Births, deaths, marriages and care’ section.

The Natural Death Handbook (4th edition, published 2003) is a useful guide to alternative forms of funeral, family-organised ceremonies, alternative coffins, and woodland burial grounds. All family support staff at Keech Hospice Care have a copy for your use.