This page is dedicated to Cosette! Beautiful Cosette moved on from this earth in April of 2022 age 5 and her mum Jodie has made it a mission to help others by compiling these resources for anyone impacted by the loss of a child.

Jodi was also responsible for connecting us with Hearts of Hope organisation and 1000 Hearts. For those of you who visited the 2023 tree there would’ve been an opportunity to pick up one of the beautiful hearts as a keepsake.

Cosette’s brother Pat Eaton wrote and recorded a beautiful song for his sister. You can listen to ‘Hang on wait a minute’ by clicking here

RESOURCES

Here is a carefully curated list of helpful sites and organisations dedicated to supporting grieving families. These resources provide compassionate assistance, whether you seek counselling, community support, or simply a place to share your story. We hope these links provide you with the comfort, solace, and understanding needed as you navigate your journey of healing and remembrance.

GENERAL RESOURCES

  • Advice and information on counselling and support group services.

    Grief Australia

  • Provides guidance for families experiencing the loss of a baby.

    Bears of Hope

  • Learning modules, information sheets and tools to support bereaved carers.

    Carer Help

  • Short-stay retreat accommodation at no cost for parents grieving the loss of a child.

    Forever Held

  • Information and training programs to assist with the grieving process.

    Good Grief

  • Bereavement counselling accessible via phone or online services.

    Griefline

  • A collection of information relevant to grieving communities.

    GriefLink

  • Factsheets, videos and other informational tools for those experiencing grief

    My Grief Assist

  • A wide range of information including advice for finding support.

    NALAG

  • Offer 24 hour support line and referrals to bereavement counsellors among other supports.

    Red Nose Grief & Loss

  • Miscarriage, still birth and new born death support. Includes a list of events, filtered by state.

    Sands

  • State-specific resources and a 24-hour national grief helpline.

    The Compassionate Friends

  • Provides access to a variety of resources including Seasons for Growth (a program for children impacted by loss.

    MacKillop Institute

  • Videos discussing grief prepared by the department of pain medicine and palliative care.

    Health NSW

  • IADC. Therapy for grief.

    IADC

RESOURCES FOR GRIEVING CHILDREN

  • Educational resources and articles to assist children experiencing grief.

    EARLY TRAUMA

  • An organisation that helps children heal through a program known as Camp Magic.

    FEEL THE MAGIC

  • Provides supportive programs to help kids navigate the grieving process.

    LIONHEART

  • Online tools, tips and professional help for young people under 25 years

    REACH OUT

STATE SPECIFIC RESOURCES