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Griefline

Griefline is a national not-for-profit organisation that supports anyone experiencing grief. Griefline provides a compassionate space for people to explore and express their grief without judgement.

Vision and mission

Griefline’s mission is to normalize grief by having courageous conversations and supporting communities to grow from loss.

How Griefline can help

In addition to a national toll-free helpline, Griefline offer booked grief support calls, bereavement support groups, online forums, bereavement counselling (in NSW), self-care information, grief education and resources, as well as corporate and volunteer training programs.

Information lines / Help line

  • Call 1300 845 745 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week, 365 days a year AEDT/AEST

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Last reviewed: December 2023

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Natural Disasters | Griefline

Coping with a disaster takes time but how much time changes depending on the individual. We share some insights and coping tips to support you.

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Support Groups | Griefline

Integrating psychoeducation, evidence-based interventions and the personal experiences of the group to normalise grief, navigate emotional distress, reduce

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Human Disasters | Griefline

Societies overwhelmed by large-scale human disasters can cause grief and trauma. We share some insights and coping tips to support you.

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Fact Sheets | Griefline

Griefline is committed to providing free grief support and information to all Australians and therefore we are building a digital library of fact sheets and

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Tips To Improve Your Sleep | Griefline

Having difficulty sleeping? Changes to your sleep patterns is common when experiencing grief and loss. Click here to learn how you can improve your sleep.

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Relationship Loss | Griefline

The end of any meaningful relationship may come as a complete shock, even if you saw it coming. There are many emotions and thoughts experienced during and following the initial break-up.

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Coping With Grief After Voluntary Assisted Dying: A Guide For Family And Friends  | Griefline

If you are grieving for someone who accessed voluntary assisted dying, you may feel a range of emotions and challenges. This resource offers practical information and guidance to help you cope.

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The Different Types Of Grief | Griefline

Grief and loss come in many forms and we all experience them differently.

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Experiences Of Grief | Griefline

Grief is a universal human experience affecting each of us differently.

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VAD Support Groups | Griefline

Our group program draws upon the emotional benefits of peer support, in conjunction with evidence-backed information to help reduce the stigma that can be

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