Creating Compassionate and Resilient Workplaces

At Grief Matters Ltd, one of our core beliefs is that no matter what we go through, we can grow through. We bridge the gap between personal loss and professional success. 

Unresolved grief, loss and trauma can really stand in the way of who we are, our joy and our potential. It blocks the success we really desire. Success in health, business, relationships and in life generally.

With a vision of a world where workplaces extend understanding and support in times of all types of loss & grief, we provide bespoke, compassionate & dynamic grief management solutions for organisations.

The problem

Grief is an inevitable part of life; every team member will experience loss in some form. That could mean bereavement, health crisis, job transitions, fertility issues, relationship changes or even a global pandemic. Yet, it often goes unaddressed in our professional spaces, leading to lost productivity, increased sick leave, and decreased morale. 

Unprocessed & unsupported grief can result in estimated losses amounting to billions annually for companies globally, revealing an important issue that can no longer be ignored. In todays evolving work landscape a grief inclusive workplace acknowledges this reality.

Have you ever thought about how the grief from all types of loss could be affecting your workplace?

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10 ways grief can be challenging your organisation

Decreased Productivity

It’s estimated the cost of grief to businesses in the UK to be as high as £23 billion annually, due to decreased productivity, increased mistakes, and higher staff turnover – Grief brain is a real thing! 

Increased Absenteeism

It’s reported that an average of 30 days of leave follows the death of a loved one, but thereafter there’s often unexplained absences or an increase in sick leave requests beyond these 30 days.

Changes in Behaviour

Behavioural shifts such as irritability, mood swings, social withdrawal, or decreased enthusiasm may signal unsupported grief in employees.

Lack of Communication and Collaboration

Grief can make it difficult for individuals to communicate effectively or collaborate with
their colleagues – sign that grief is affecting the workplace dynamics.

Decreased Morale

Grief-induced sadness and emotional exhaustion can lead to a noticeable drop in employee morale.

Mental Health & Performance

Unresolved grief can lead to mental health issues such as depression and anxiety, negatively affecting work performance and productivity.

Impact on Retention

Lack of support with grief and loss leads to higher turnover, with 1 in 10 grieving employees and 56% of unsupported employees leaving their jobs within 18 months.

The Cost of Attrition

In the UK, the average cost of staff replacement exceeds £30,000, accounting for recruitment expenses and the productivity dip as a new hire adjusts.

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Your Grief Specialist

I am committed to building grief-literate, inclusive workplaces, fostering mutual empowerment. I help businesses cultivate compassionate, resilient work environments. I am is a Certified Grief Coach, Author, Speaker and Workplace Consultant.

I understand the intricate dynamics of grief and its impact on individuals and workplaces. Her empathetic approach, extensive professional training, combined with a profound understanding of grief, helps businesses foster supportive, compassionate, and resilient work environments.

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‘Grief Informed’ Line Manager Training

Our tailored training programs equip your line managers with the skills and sensitivity and cultural understanding needed to support grieving employees. We provide them with tools to identify signs of grief, foster open dialogue, hold a safe space and create an understanding environment that encourages healing beyond immediate bereavement leave.

Grief Ambassador Training

Go beyond the tick box element of wellbeing and empower select members of your team to become Grief Ambassadors.

Trained in the nuances of grief and loss, these ambassadors will become your in-house experts, providing peer-level support and promoting a culture of empathy and a grief inclusive environment within your workforce.

Workshops

Our interactive workshops offer insights into grief, its manifestations, and coping mechanisms.

Participants will learn how to navigate their own grief journey and how to support their colleagues effectively, fostering a supportive workplace culture.

Grief Coaching and Mentoring

Personalised one-on-one grief coaching sessions provide Individual contributors and leaders with the guidance and support they need to process their grief.

Our mentoring program helps them get back on track professionally while dealing with their personal loss.

** All trainings and workshops can be tailored to your specific needs.

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A compassionate workplace is not just about improving numbers - it’s about nurturing people. Let us help you build a resilient, understanding, and productive work environment that truly supports your most valuable asset - your people.