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Center for the Advancement of Bereavement Care

Compassionate Care, Rigorous Research, and Evidence-Based Education

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The Center for the Advancement of Bereavement Care provides science-based support, education, and training focused on understanding and coping with grief and bereavement. We are building a global network of grief-informed healthcare providers, community members, and resources.

For Professionals

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For Professionals

Gain access to evidence-based education, resources, and training to support individuals experiencing grief and loss.

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For People Who Are Grieving

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For People Who Are Grieving

Learn more about available grief-informed care and resources.

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For the Community

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For the Community

Learn more about supporting someone who is grieving.

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For People Interested in Participating in Research

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For People Interested in Participating in Research

Explore opportunities to take part in the research we conduct to advance bereavement science.

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Transitional Bereavement Care Model

The cornerstone of our center is the Transitional Bereavement Care Model.
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Diagram illustrating the Transitional Bereavement Care Model, showing the phases of care from pre-loss through post-loss, highlighting interventions, support mechanisms, and checkpoints to aid individuals in their grief journey. Figure: Conceptualising transitional bereavement care. From “Investing in bereavement care as a public health priority,” by W.G. Lichtenthal, K.E. Roberts, L.A. Donovan, L.J. Breen, S.M. Aoun, S.R. Connor, W.E. Rosa, 2024, April 1, The Lancet Public Health, 9(4), pp.e270-e274.