NGAS - National Grief Advice Service

21/07/2026

✨ The Remembrance Tree Charity Ball ✨ Message from Andy Reid

An evening of elegance. Rooted in remembrance.

Grief touches us all through loss, trauma, or life's hardest moments. Together, we'll honour those we've lost by adding their names to our Remembrance Tree a beautiful symbol of love, remembrance, and hope.

We're delighted to welcome Andy Reid, former professional footballer and proud Ambassador for National Grief Advice, who will be speaking on the evening. Andy will share his personal insights on resilience, the importance of supporting one another through life's challenges, and why raising awareness around grief matters to him.

📅 Friday 16 October 2026
📍 Arena UK, Grantham
🕕 From 6:00pm

Join us for a memorable black-tie evening featuring:
✨ An inspiring talk from Andy Reid
🍽 Fine dining
🎶 Live entertainment
💙 Fundraising experiences supporting those affected by grief

Every ticket helps National Grief Advice continue providing vital support to children, families, and individuals navigating grief—ensuring no one has to face it alone.

🎟 Tables and sponsorship opportunities are now available.
👉 https://www.nationalgriefadvice.com/charity-ball

Join us to remember, reflect, and make a lasting impact. Together, we can ensure every name on our Remembrance Tree is honoured, and every family knows they are not alone. 🌳💙

20/07/2026

🌿 Could You Help Someone Through Their Darkest Days? Become a Volunteer with the National Grief Advice Service. 💙

Every day, people across the UK are facing the pain of grief and loss. A kind conversation, a listening ear, or simply knowing someone cares can make all the difference.

The National Grief Advice Service (NGAS) is expanding, and we're looking for caring, compassionate people to join our incredible team of volunteers.

We're currently recruiting:

🤝 Group Support Volunteers – Help facilitate our grief support groups and create a welcoming, safe environment.

💙 One-to-One Befriending Volunteers – Provide compassionate telephone, online or face-to-face support to people who simply need someone to listen.

🎗️ Fundraising Volunteers – Help us raise vital funds so we can continue providing free support to people experiencing grief across the UK.

You don't need to be a counsellor. If you're caring, empathetic and can spare a few hours each week, we'll provide training and ongoing support to help you make a genuine difference.

✨ Join a team that's changing lives.
✨ Give hope to someone who needs it most.
✨ Be part of a national charity making a real impact.

📞 To find out more or apply:
🌐 www.nationalgriefadvice.com
📞 01476 851772

Please like, share and tag someone who would make an amazing volunteer. Together, we can ensure that no one has to face grief alone. 💙

Support individuals & families at our Bereavement Wellbeing Centre. Volunteer for grief sessions & activities. Apply to make a difference today!

30/06/2026

Volunteer Opportunity: Make a Difference with NGAS

Are you passionate about helping others? Due to increasing demand for our services, National Grief Advice Service (NGAS) is looking for new volunteers to join our growing charity and help support individuals and families on their journey through grief.

At NGAS, we provide free, confidential support through trained volunteers and professionals. Our volunteers play a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming space where people can heal, grow and feel less alone.

We are currently looking for:

Befriending One-to-One Volunteers
Support people experiencing grief and loss by offering compassionate one-to-one support and a listening ear. This is a meaningful role where your kindness, empathy and time can make a lasting difference.

You will receive:

Full training in listening skills
Safeguarding training
Online training
Full induction
Ongoing support and development
A mentor to guide you in your role

Group Volunteers
Help support our grief groups, wellbeing activities, crafts, friendship building and centre-based sessions. Whether you are helping with the day-to-day running, supporting activities, making a cup of tea or simply being a welcoming presence, your support will matter.

This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a warm environment where people can connect, heal and grow.

Fundraising Volunteers
We are also looking for enthusiastic volunteers to support our fundraising at events, in supermarkets and in the community. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys meeting people, raising awareness and helping a growing charity reach more people who need support.

By joining our fundraising team, you will help us build support, grow our impact and continue delivering essential services to those facing grief and loss.

What to expect from our onboarding process

At NGAS, we believe in giving the best help and making an ongoing investment in our volunteers and wider team. We want everyone who joins us to feel informed, supported and confident in their role.

Our onboarding process includes:

Application
Telephone conversation
Meet our onboarding team for more information about the role
DBS check
Safeguarding and online training
Induction
Mentor support
Why join us?
As a volunteer, you will play a vital role in helping create a place where people feel heard, supported and understood. Whether you help through befriending, group support or fundraising, you will be part of something truly meaningful with a charity that is growing and making a real difference.

If you have time to give and a heart to help, we’d love to hear from you.

Call 01476 851772 or 0300 131 2353 or click the link for more information:
https://www.nationalgriefadvice.com/volunteer

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21/06/2026

For everyone missing their dad this Father's Day

Father's Day can be one of the hardest days of the year when your dad is no longer here.

If today feels heavy, quiet, emotional, or complicated, you are not alone. Grief doesn't follow a script, and there is no right way to remember someone you love.

Whether it's through a photo, a story, a favourite song, or simply taking a moment to think of him, your way of remembering your father matters.

National Grief Advice Service is here with support, understanding, and guidance.

0300 131 2353
01476 851772
www.nationalgriefadvice.com

07/06/2026

Sunday Nights Can Feel Especially Difficult When You’re Grieving

As the weekend comes to an end, many people living with grief can experience a deep sense of sadness, anxiety, loneliness, or emotional overwhelm.

The thought of facing another week without the person you love can feel exhausting.

For some, Sunday nights bring:
• Anxiety about the week ahead
• Feelings of loneliness and emptiness
• Difficulty sleeping or switching off thoughts
• Emotional exhaustion from “getting through” each day
• A painful reminder that life has changed forever

If Sunday evenings feel heavy, you are not alone.

At The National Grief Advice Service, we understand how grief can intensify during quiet moments and how difficult it can feel trying to face another week while carrying emotional pain.

Our trained and compassionate counsellors are here to offer support, understanding, and a safe place to talk openly about how you are feeling.

We can help with:
• Coping with anxiety and emotional overwhelm
• Managing loneliness and difficult thoughts
• Navigating grief one day at a time
• Finding emotional support and reassurance
• Providing a safe and confidential space to talk

You do not have to carry this alone.

The National Grief Advice Service
🌐 [www.nationalgriefadvice.com](http://www.nationalgriefadvice.com)
📞 0300 131 2353
📞 01476 851772

Self-referral support available here:
https://www.nationalgriefadvice.com/self-referral

You are not alone.
Support, compassion, and understanding are here whenever you need us.

07/06/2026

Grief at Weekends Can Feel Especially Heavy

For many people living with grief, weekends can be some of the hardest days to get through.

The distractions of work, routines, and busy weekdays can suddenly disappear, leaving silence, loneliness, memories, and overwhelming emotions behind.

Weekends may remind you of:
• Time once spent together
• Family routines and traditions
• Empty spaces and quiet homes
• Missed phone calls, visits, or conversations
• The reality of loss feeling heavier than ever

If weekends feel more difficult, you are not alone.

At The National Grief Advice Service, we understand how grief can intensify during quieter moments and how loneliness can feel overwhelming when the world around you seems to carry on as normal.

Our trained and compassionate counsellors are here to provide support, understanding, and a safe place to talk whenever grief feels too heavy to carry alone.

We can help with:
• Coping with loneliness and sadness
• Managing overwhelming thoughts and emotions
• Finding ways to navigate difficult weekends and anniversaries
• Emotional support and compassionate listening
• Providing a safe and confidential space to talk openly

Grief has no timetable, and healing takes time.

The National Grief Advice Service
🌐 [www.nationalgriefadvice.com](http://www.nationalgriefadvice.com)
📞 0300 131 2353
📞 01476 851772

Self-referral support available here:
https://www.nationalgriefadvice.com/self-referral

You are not alone.
Support, compassion, and understanding are here whenever you need us.

06/06/2026

Grief After a Road Traffic Collision — A Pain That Can Change Your Life Forever

Losing someone you love in a road traffic collision can shatter your world in an instant.

The shock, trauma, heartbreak, and unanswered questions can leave families and loved ones struggling to process emotions that feel overwhelming and impossible to understand.

One phone call. One moment. One life-changing loss.

Many people affected by sudden road traffic fatalities experience:
• Shock and disbelief
• Trauma and anxiety
• Anger, guilt, or unanswered questions
• Emotional numbness and isolation
• Difficulty coping with everyday life
• A deep sense of sadness and loss

At The National Grief Advice Service, we understand how devastating and traumatic sudden loss can be.

You are not alone.

Our trained and compassionate counsellors are here to provide emotional support, guidance, and a safe space where you can talk openly about your grief and trauma at your own pace.

We can help with:
• Coping with shock, trauma, and grief
• Managing painful emotions and anxiety
• Supporting families and loved ones
• Processing difficult thoughts and unanswered questions
• Adjusting to life after sudden loss
• Providing a safe and confidential space to talk openly

There is no right or wrong way to grieve, and you do not have to go through this alone.

The National Grief Advice Service
🌐 [www.nationalgriefadvice.com](http://www.nationalgriefadvice.com)
📞 0300 131 2353
📞 01476 851772

Self-referral support available here:
https://www.nationalgriefadvice.com/self-referral

You are not alone.
Compassionate support, understanding, and guidance are here whenever you need us.