Accessing bereavement support
We provide free, confidential grief counselling to individuals and families. Use the form below to register yourself or someone you care for.
You can access free individual counselling, support groups and bereavement information.
Northern Sydney
If you live in one of the Hornsby, Hunters Hill, Ku-ring-gai, Lane Cove, Mosman, North Sydney, Northern Beaches, Ryde, or Willoughby Local Government Areas, and someone close to you has died
Southwestern Sydney
If someone close to you has died who was known to our palliative care services (Braeside hospital or community palliative care) and you live in one of the Camden, Campbelltown, Fairfield, Liverpool, Wingecarribee, Wollondilly or Bankstown Local Government Areas.
You don't need a referral to access this service, you can register yourself or someone you care for.
You may wish to read more about our available services and who is eligible on our bereavement support services page.
In case of emergency
If you or someone you are with is at immediate risk of harm, or requires urgent assistance, please call:
- 000, or go to your nearest hospital emergency department
Other services
- Lifeline: 13 14 11
- The Mental Health Line: 1800 011 511
- The Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467
- Grief Support is also available at Griefline: 1300 845 745 (8am – 8pm)
Register for bereavement support
You can register to receive bereavement support for yourself or a loved one by filling out this form.
If you have any questions, please contact us on:
Northern Sydney Local Health District:
1800 427 255 or bereavement@hammond.com.au
South West Sydney Local Health District:
(02) 9756 8878 or braesidebereavement@hammond.com.au