Listening Ear is the bereavement helpline service operational across Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield offering timely support for people affected by COVID 19.
The aim of the service is to provide practical support and emotional health and wellbeing support to residents of South Yorkshire bereaved during Covid 19, and to signpost residents to ‘other’ support available as required. By providing this service, it will also reduce the risk for those affected by offering timely and practical information and guidance following a sudden bereavement.
The service provides:
· One to one telephone support from an qualified Worker
· Information, emotional and practical support
· Practical support dealing with healthcare agencies
· Local information with regards to the current funeral process
· Help overcoming any feelings of isolation
· Referrals and signposting to other services as required.
Listening Ear Helpline is free of charge and does not have a waiting list.
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