Compassionate
Conversations
Three-week bereavement course
Acknowledging the impact of loss on our lives
A safe, welcoming space where people can talk openly, feel heard, and connect with others through empathy, understanding, and shared human experience.
About Compassionate Conversations
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Grief and loss can leave people feeling isolated, overwhelmed and unsure where to turn. Many people simply need a safe place to talk, be heard and know they are not alone
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Compassionate Conversations is a three-week small-group course that gently supports people through grief and loss by creating a safe space to share experiences, build connections and discover hope.
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To reduce loneliness, encourage honest conversations about grief, build supportive friendships, increase confidence and help participants take positive steps towards healing and renewed purpose.
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Three weekly sessions lasting around two hours, with groups of 5–7 participants. Each session combines refreshments, guided discussion, practical reflections and opportunities for mutual support in a confidential and welcoming environment.
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Anyone experiencing grief or significant loss, whether recent or many years ago. The course welcomes people of all faiths and none who are looking for understanding, connection and hope.
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Participants report feeling less alone, more hopeful and better able to cope with their grief. Many build lasting friendships, become involved in their local community and regain a renewed sense of confidence, purpose and belonging.
“I didn’t realise how much I needed to talk until I came here. It’s a space where I can just be myself.”
Where and when
The course runs on Thursday mornings at Befriended Hub in Ditchling, either mornings or evenings (weeks 2, 3, and 4 of the month), giving you flexibility to choose what suits you best.
If you would like to attend the Compassionate Conversations course, please fill in the enquiry form.
Befriended is looking for partnership funding to facilitate the rollout of this activity.
If you or your organisation are interested in supporting this project, please contact Gail Millar, CEO of Befriended.