ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE How our training makes a difference At Workplace Bereavement, our aim is to equip every employer with the tools and knowledge necessary to provide effective support to bereaved employees. To do this we offer: ● Training for colleagues at all levels. Employees want to see management putting bereavement frameworks into place but they probably won't approach you directly for support - having bereavement advocates on the floor makes the difference. ● Personalised support strategies that respect everyone's needs and encourage empathy and understanding. We train people to give genuine support to their colleagues and to respect all forms of grief regardless of what the circumstances might be. ● Frameworks designed to educate employees about the emotional and psychological challenges their grieving colleagues face. They also learn how grief can affect work performance and wellbeing. ● A 24/7 helpline and a membership portal that serves as a resource hub. It has all tools and information needed to help advocates support their bereaved colleagues at each stage of the bereavement journey. ● Quarterly webinars to empower and upskill bereavement advocates, alongside ongoing training on specialised key topics. ● A team of counsellors to support not only the bereaved, but also the advocate who may have to deal with distressing information. Breaking down the barriers of bereavement Grief is a complex emotion - without the correct support in the workplace the effects can be devastating for all B ereavement is a universal experience and yet it's a taboo subject in so many settings, especially the workplace. There's often an unspoken expectation to remain " professional " and composed. People worry they'll appear weak or will burden colleagues if they open up about their grief. Many cultures find it simply too challenging a topic to broach. It doesn't follow a linear timeline, as 58% of employees who suffered the loss of a loved one felt that their performance was still affected by their grief months later (Marie Curie, 2020). Workplaces play a crucial role in supporting employees through this difficult time, promoting open conversations rather than avoidance. Without the correct procedures in place it's a challenging landscape to navigate. Raising awareness This is where Workplace Bereavement can help. As a CPD-registered training company, we aim to raise awareness of the impact caused by the death of someone close and how it inevitably affects work. We provide one-day advocacy training to companies so both you as an employer,