My dad recently died

Losing a parent
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My dad was diagnosed with terminal cancer in july 2024. He died at the end of april 2025. Alot of mixed emotional since we had the funeral mid 2025.
When do people even think about going to work after going through something like this? I’ve alread had 2 months off and weirdly I feel guilty just for that

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Hello @EDWARD2233,

I’m part of the Online Community team and I can see that you are new to the community - I’d like to thank you for bravely starting this thread and sharing how you are feeling. I’m so sorry to hear about dad. Most community members have sadly experienced the death of a loved one and so 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 wish to look at these Sue Ryder resources, which might be helpful.

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

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

You might also want to at our information about returning to work after a bereavement: Returning to work after bereavement - supporting you | Sue Ryder

This has information about how your employer can also support you which you may like to share with your line manager when you are ready to return.

I really hope you find the community helpful and a good source of support and I also hope you feel you can access more support should you need it.

Thank you again for sharing – please keep reaching out and know that you are not alone.

Take care,

Naoise