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Supporting Employees Through Bereavement: A Practical Guide for Employers

Grief is a deeply personal journey, yet many employees feel unsupported when facing loss in the workplace. In the UK, nearly a quarter of working-age adults - around 7.9 million employees - have experienced bereavement in the past year alone. Without the right support, grief can contribute to increased absenteeism, lower productivity, burnout, and even higher employee turnover. However, businesses that take a compassionate approach often see greater employee engagement, resilience, and loyalty. Discover how grief can impact the workplace and, more importantly, the practical steps you can take to create a supportive and understanding work environment.

  • Understand how grief can manifest at work.
  • Get a range of ideas on how to manage employees who are suffering a bereavement.
  • Understand some of the practical tools that can help.

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