We believe that no child or young person should have to navigate the challenges of bereavement or emotional distress alone.We believe that no child or young person should have to navigate the challenges of bereavement or emotional distress alone.
Before & Around Death
These Grief Guides offer gentle support during some of the most tender and uncertain moments in life—before and around the time of death.
Created with deep empathy and insight, each guide is shaped by the voices of young people and families who have walked this path. They a
re designed to help individuals prepare emotionally, practically, and spiritually for the end of life, whether facing the death of a loved one or
navigating their own terminal illness.
Through clear language, comforting reflections, and practical suggestions, the guides open up space for honest conversations and meaningful connections. They help make sense of difficult emotions, ease fears, and bring light to what can feel like an overwhelming time.
Available in both printed form and online, these guides are part of the wider Glimmer Library—resources created with and for young people, offering companionship, clarity, and care when it is needed most.