Sudden loss of my sister

[AniK]

I lost my sister in March following a road traffic accident. It has been incredibly hard especially as I didn’t get to see her. The postmortem took 2 weeks so we couldn’t have an open casket in the Chapel of Rest.

My relationship with her was quite difficult and I am really struggling with the fact we weren’t on the best of terms when she died. It was also really hard hearing the lovely things all her friends said about her and wondering why she wasn’t that person with my brother and I.

My brother is really struggling and I am trying to be there for him and my dad at the same time.

[Alex]

Hello @AniK,

I can see that you’re new to the community, so I wanted to say that I am so sorry for the loss of your sister that brings you here.

I’m sure someone will be along to offer their support, but I wanted to share a few Sue Ryder resources with you that may help right now.

• 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.

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

Take care,
Alex