At Tomorrow Funerals, we believe grief deserves time, space, and tenderness. It’s not something to be solved; it’s something to be carried, acknowledged and met with care.
Holding Space for Grief
Whether you’ve just said goodbye or are quietly processing the loss on your own, we think it’s important to make time and space; for reflection, for the rollercoaster of emotions and for remembering.
You don’t have to rush through anything. Grief doesn’t work like that. Read this article that includes information on what to expect during grief.
How do I help a friend who is grieving?
Many of us want to support a friend or loved one who’s grieving but worry we’ll say the wrong thing. This guide may be helpful when supporting a friend during times of intense grief
How can I help a friend dealing with a sudden death?
Loss can be especially painful when it’s sudden or unexpected. If you or someone you know is navigating this kind of heartbreak, our guide may offer a place to begn when dealing with sudden and unexpected deaths and finding support during challenging times.
How can I help a friend after a stillbirth?
Grief following stillbirth, neonatal loss, or the death of a much-wanted baby carries its own kind of silence.. and sorrow. We’ve created a gentle guide for parents and loved ones coping with grief after stillbirth or neonatal death – angel babies.
What resources are available to support people struggling with grief?
We’ve also put together state-specific guides with trusted local services. Whether you’re looking for a support group, a grief counsellor, or simply someone who understands, these resources can help:
- Victoria: Support for Grieving in Victoria
- New South Wales: Coping with Grief and Loss in NSW – 10 Local Resources
Listen: Our Podcast on Life, Death & Grief
Sometimes, it helps to hear real voices speaking openly about the difficult subjects, like sudden death, suicide, or what it really means to support someone through loss. That’s why we created the “Life & Death, Today & Tomorrow” podcast. It’s a series of gentle, yet honest conversations designed to bring grief out of the shadows and into the open.
- Chapter 1 – losing a spouse: A conversation with a young woman who simultaneously became a young widow and a single mother.
- Chapter 2 – suicide & taboo: An incredible look at the difficult subject of death by suicide — the grief, the stigma, and the importance of compassionate conversations.
- Chapter 3 – sudden death: A raw and thoughtful exploration of how one family cope with sudden and unexpected loss, finding a way to find lightness and love along the way.
- Chapter 4 – voluntary assisted dying: When Sue’s husband Ray was diagnosed with MND he knew he wanted to arrange VAD. Sue’s bravery in sharing her story gives listeners a rare glimpse of supporting a partner through this.
You can listen directly via the website links to Youtube, whether you’re grieving or simply want to understand the subject more deeply, we invite you to tune in.
You’re Not Alone
Grief changes shape over time, but it never disappears completely, and neither does our support. We are here not only to help you say goodbye but to honour what remains. If you ever need guidance, kindness, or someone who simply gets it, we’re just an email or phone call away.
Getting the right support after a death
We are big advocates for grief support and believe that might look different for everyone.
Most importantly, if you are in urgent need of crisis or grief support, please contact:
- Suicide Line: 1300 651 251
- Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467
- Lifeline: 13 11 14
- Griefline: 1300 845 745
- Beyondblue: 1300 22 4636