I lost my daughter aged 17 in October. She was in a terrible car accident on the motorway and was ultimately thrown from the vehicle. I still cant get my head around the fact she isn’t here anymore. I miss her so much and my heart is completely broken every single day. I feel like it’s not real, I’m sad all the time and I’m taking my frustration with it all out on my family and friends. My youngest daughter is not coping well either (she’s 14) and has struggled with eating and sleeping which is also worrying me. I feel she’s experimenting with cannabis too now which worries me. I feel like I’m being tested, I worry something bad will happen to my other daughter, like I’m tainted or something. I also have these terrible terrible nightmares about the whole thing. Any advice on how to move forward in this process would be appreciated. It seems the further away we get from the date the more upset and angry I feel.
Thanks.
Hello @Gemini8,
I can see that you’re new to the community. I hope you find it to be a support to you, but I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter that brings you here.
You say you are feeling heartbroken and frustrated with everything, and it sounds like things are really tough right now. I wanted to share some sources of support that might help you.
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Child Bereavement UK support families with the loss of a child. They also support bereaved children. You can call their helpline on 0800 02 888 40.
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The Compassionate Friends support families who have lost a child of any age. They have a grief companion scheme where you can get 1-1 support from another bereaved parent. You can call them on 0345 123 2304.
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Road Peace also offers support to those who have been bereaved due to a road accident. You can call them on 0845 4500 355 or visit their website.
Sue Ryder also has some resources which can help you cope with grief.
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Our Grief Guide self-help platform which has information, resources and advice to help you through your grief
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Our Bereavement Information pages which can walk you through what you are going through.
Thank you again for sharing – please keep reaching out and know that you are not alone.
Take care,
Naoise