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Losing a loved one to cancer is an incredibly difficult experience, and grief can affect every member of a family in different ways. This page brings together resources to provide support for families coping with the death of a family member to cancer, with a focus on the unique needs of each individual.
This section provides:
- Guidance for parents on supporting children through loss and helping families navigate conversations about death and remember their loved one.
- Access to grief and bereavement support, including helpline and services.
- Advice on preparing children for funerals and mourning rituals.
- Tips for looking after yourself when you’re grieving the death of a family member.
Every family experiences grief differently, and there’s no “right” way to mourn. These services and resources are here to help families feel supported, understood, and connected during this challenging time.
For personalised care beyond these resources, explore our range of cancer support services to see how we can help you and your family.
A family grieving the death of a family member from cancer | Understanding grief and how loss affects each family member differently. Support for navigating intense emotions and helping your family heal together.
A family grieving the death of a family member from cancer | Guidance on helping children understand what to expect at funerals and memorial services. Tips on explaining rituals, responding to condolences, and supporting them through.
A family grieving the death of a family member from cancer | Understanding how children grieve at different ages. Recognising grief signs, validating their emotions, maintaining routines, and supporting them through loss and healing.
A family grieving the death of a family member from cancer | Managing everyday life while grieving. Practical tips on maintaining routines, asking for help, setting realistic expectations, and finding support as you heal.
A family grieving the death of a family member from cancer | Accessing bereavement support through Centrelink after a death from cancer. Information on payments, family assistance, and navigating the claims process.
A family grieving the death of a family member from cancer | Accessing bereavement support through Centrelink after a death from cancer. Information on payments, family assistance, and navigating the claims process.
A family grieving the death of a family member from cancer | Self-care guidance for parents grieving while supporting their children. Strategies for managing your own grief while helping your family through loss.