Once Upon a Smile

Practical support

We understand suffering a bereavement is traumatic enough but often a bereavement can result in ‘secondary losses’, this can be financial with the loss of income that can add extra stress, especially if you have children.

If you are suffering financial hardship as a result of a bereavement then we may be able to help. We tailor the support we provide to the needs of you and your family and work with you to provide a support package that best suits your needs.

Respite breaks

Our respite breaks can be anything from a week’s holiday, a couple of days away, a day out to a concert or soccer match, to something as simple as a trip to the cinema. Our respite breaks are chosen by you, for you and your family.

With all the support we provide, we will tailor your break to the need of you and your family. We will work with you to provide respite that best suits your needs regardless of location and length.

Children's bereavement support

Our programmes are for children and young people who have been bereaved of a parent, guardian or sibling.

Our programmes vary dependant on your childs age and circumstances surrounding their loved ones death. We provide opportunities for children to express their thoughts and feelings in a safe environment and meet other children who share similar experiences.

All referrals for support are made via our online referral system.

Self referrals

We don’t want you to feel alone, because no one should ever be alone, especially when you’re going through a tough time. We offer everyone the opportunity to access our charity, all you have to do is fill out one of our online self-referral forms and let us help you in any way we can.

Organisation referrals

If you represent an organisation like a school, hospital, hospice, charity or local authority and have someone in mind who you think needs some help from Once Upon A Smile, fill out one of our online referral forms today.