We lost my step mum almost 12 years ago. My dad still isn’t coping and hasn’t processed his loss.
he is remarried now but the fact that he hasn’t processed or dealt with his grief means that he treats people badly, isolated himself and seems to have memory blanks or replacements about events
he is incapable of dealing with his emotions and he’s destroying his remaining relationships pushing everyone away.
normal therapy isn’t doing anything and I want to help him seek help and comfort with other widows who have the same emotions and memories to process to see if he can restart his grieving process and ultimately start living his life again.
any advice or responses for local groups welcomed
Hello Emma
I am sorry to hear that Dad is struggling after his bereavement 12 years ago. It must be upsetting for you all and difficult to cope with. It sounds like Dad does need some help to process it all.
I have found some links that may be of help.
Cruse Bereavement Care | Help & Support Manchester
Home - Greater Manchester Bereavement Service (greater-manchester-bereavement-service.org.uk)
Bereavement support | Maggie's (maggies.org)
If talking things through would help then please do give the Support Line a call. They can also look to see if there is anything else available in your local area that may be useful.
Hope this helps but if there is anything else you need, please do ask.
Jane
