Support through bereavement. This service is available to families who meet Rainbows eligibility criteria. Advice and signposting available to all.

We bring bereavement support to the whole family from as soon as they feel ready to talk about their child’s impending death. Our support is ongoing until the end and beyond and we take the time to discuss things like funerals and organ donation.

Each family’s cultural and religious beliefs are recognised and respected. And we are there for families after the child or young person’s death until everyone is ready to live a very different life from the one planned.

Support for siblings

- We’re there for brothers and sisters aged over five years of the children and young people who use Rainbows. We want to help siblings have fun and meet others who face similar problems to their own.

Coming to Rainbows gives siblings the chance to gain information and understanding, share experiences and talk to other people who really understand. We can also provide one-to-one support when a child needs it.

All bereaved siblings are offered one-to-one support for up to five years after their brother or sister has died.

Self Referral