The Compassionate Friends

The Compassionate Friends (TCF) is a charitable organisation of bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents dedicated to the support and care of other similarly bereaved family members, who have suffered the death of a child or children.

They offer support both directly to bereaved families and indirectly by fostering understanding and good practice amongst professionals concerned with child death and by increasing public awareness.

TCF National UK Helpline  Tel: 0345 123 2304

Available for support and information daily from 10.00 - 16.00 and 19.00 - 22.00.  The line is always answered by a bereaved parent.

Northern Ireland Helpline

Tel: 0288 77 88 016

Available for support and information daily from 10.00 - 16.00 and 19.00 - 21.30

Website: The Compassionate Friends