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New Chair appointed at Cruse
We are delighted to announce that Dr Neil Churchill OBE has been appointed as Cruse Bereavement Support’s new Chair of the Board of Trustees.
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Our New Royal Patron
We are delighted to announce that Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Gloucester is the new Patron of Cruse Bereavement Support. The late Queen Elizabeth II was Cruse’s former Patron. *photo credit - John Swannell
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Cruse welcomes Suzy Pelta as an Ambassador
We’re delighted to announce that Flavour & Food Trend Expert and Foodie Personality, Suzy Pelta, has become our newest Ambassador.
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Colin Murray Parkes
Colin (1928-2024) was Cruse's Life President and worked tirelessly throughout his long career to support those who are grieving.
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New Chief Executive appointed at Cruse
Cruse Bereavement Support is pleased to announce Lucy Harmer has been appointed as the new Chief Executive.
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Join our Big Help Out open evening
As part of The Big Help Out, we are delighted to be hosting a virtual open evening on 10th May, when you can find more about some of our fantastic volunteering opportunities.
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Cruse welcomes Co-op’s new bereavement leave policy
Co-op has launched a new compassionate leave policy, and introduced resources for bereaved colleagues developed in partnership with Cruse.
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Cruse volunteers chosen as Coronation Champions
Two Cruse volunteers have been named Coronation Champions as part of the awards which celebrate the amazing contribution volunteers make across the UK.
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Cruse featured in week-long ITV news report
In March ITV Granada broadcast a special report focusing on bereavement during their news shows.
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Remembering mothers whose children have died
For Mother’s Day this year, Cruse is aiming to raise awareness for mothers whose child has died.
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A message from our Chief Executive
I'm writing this to ask for your help. Like many charities, we are under significant strain. Costs are rising and on top of that, around 50% more people than ever before are desperately seeking the help they need to find a way through their grief.
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Cohabiting bereaved parents eligible for financial support
Cruse Bereavement Support is delighted that from 9 Feb 2023, parents and carers whose cohabiting partner dies leaving them bringing up dependent children can claim bereavement benefits worth thousands.
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