Grief support and programs in Melbourne
Grief can be overwhelming, and everyone's experience is different. At Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust (SMCT), we believe no one should navigate grief alone. We work alongside trusted grief support organisations to help connect individuals, families, and their support networks with care, understanding, and resources during times of grief and bereavement.
Community Care and Wellbeing Program
SMCT proudly supports our community through the Community Care and Wellbeing (CCW) program, which offers a range of opportunities to support people affected by grief and bereavement.
The program provides:
- Grief support tools and resources
- Wellbeing activities
- Community events and activities
- Opportunities to connect with others and access a broader support network
You do not have to face grief alone. If you are experiencing grief and would like support, Navigating Grief is a monthly information session facilitated by a qualified counsellor from Grief Australia.
Community Care and Wellbeing Program
These sessions provide a calm and welcoming space to learn about grief and bereavement, explore coping strategies, and receive professional guidance and support.
To explore upcoming Community Care and Wellbeing activities, view our:
Connect with Grief Support Services
If you or someone you know is grieving, support is available. Through our trusted partnerships, we connect individuals and families with counselling, peer support, education, and specialised programs tailored to a range of grief and bereavement experiences.
Our Grief Support Partners
It’s okay to reach out for support. At Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust, we partner with trusted grief support organisations to connect individuals, families, and their support networks with resources, services, and support during times of grief and bereavement.
Grief Australia
National grief support, education, counselling, and resources for individuals, families, communities, and professionals. 📞 1800 642 066
Griefline
Free and confidential support for people experiencing grief, loss and loneliness via telephone and online services. 📞 1300 845 745 (Mon–Fri: 8am–6pm, Sat-Sun: 12:00pm-6:00pm)
Palliative Care South East
Provides holistic, home-based palliative care and support for people living with a life-limiting illness and their families, including end-of-life care, anticipatory grief support, and bereavement care.
StandBy Support After Suicide
Providing free face to face and/or telephone support for anyone impacted by suicide, including crisis support and ongoing connection to resources and services. 📞 1300 727 247 (7 days, 6:00am-10:00pm)
The Compassionate Friends Victoria (TCFV)
Free, peer support for individuals (18+) bereaved of a child, sibling, or grandchild – at any age, from any cause. 📞 1300 064 068 (7 days, 9:00am–10:00pm)
Red Nose Grief and Loss
Specialist grief and loss support for anyone grieving the death of a baby or child. 📞 1300 308 307 (24/7 support line)
Miscarriage Information Support Service (MISS)
Miscarriage Information Support Service is an inclusive community service providing information, resources, awareness, education and support programs for anyone who has been impacted by the loss of a baby through miscarriage/early pregnancy loss.
Grief support resources
Explore the resources below to view upcoming activities, access wellbeing resources, and stay connected with the Community Care & Wellbeing program.
How to contact us
For information about grief support, Community Care and Wellbeing programs, or upcoming events, please contact our team.
Whether you are seeking support, information, or connection, we welcome you to reach out and learn more about the programs, resources, and services available to you.
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