Dealing with grief / alcohol related death of my Husband.

Hi, my Husband passed away June 2024 of Wernicke Korsakoff syndrome. Alcohol related dementia.

I cared for him at home for over 4 years.
I’m really struggling without him. The grief seems to be getting more intense.

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I’m so sorry to hear about your husband, @12344 - that is devastating.

You are not alone - many of our members have experienced the loss of their husband will understand some of what you are going through.

I’m sure someone will be along to offer their support. In the meantime, you may find these resources helpful.

  • BEAD (Bereaved through Alcohol and Drugs) Project is a website produced by Adfam and Cruse drawing together stories and practical and emotional support information. Find out more at beadproject.org.uk

  • Alcohol Change’s guide on alcohol-related bereavement, which you can read on their website.

  • Our Grief Guide self-help platform which has information, resources and advice to help you through your grief

  • Our Grief Coach text service, which sends you personalised text support via SMS

  • Our free Online Bereavement Counselling which is held via video chat

  • Our Bereavement Information pages which can walk you through what you are going through.

Take good care and keep reaching out,
Seaneen