Format
Book
Publication Date
Published by / Citation
Adfam and Cruse
Original Language

English

Partner Organisation
Country
United Kingdom
Keywords
Adfam
Cruse
BEAD
bereavement
bereaved
drugs
alcohol
support

Consultation Findings for the BEAD Project

Bereaved through Alcohol and Drugs (BEAD)

Adfam and Cruse Bereavement Care undertook an exploration of the experiences of families and friends bereaved through drug and/ or alcohol use, with the aim of developing a range of peer support services and targeted information specifically for people bereaved in this way, as part of a Big Lottery funded partnership. People bereaved through substance use face a unique set of complex emotional and practical problems. However, despite the unique challenges presented by drug and alcohol-related bereavement, and the many thousands of people affected by it each year, this is an under-researched area and one where available services, support and relevant information are extremely limited.