Supporting you through your grief
We understand how lonely it can be to face loss far from family and a core support network, in a system and language that feels foreign. We’re here for you.
How we can help
One-to-one grief support
Someone to talk to, in English, wherever you are in France
Practical information
Step-by-step guides for French bureaucracy, from funeral arrangements to repratiation
Who we are
We are a group of trained, caring volunteers who have walked the path of loss ourselves. We’re here to support English-speaking residents in France — whether you’re grieving a loved one, facing a terminal illness, or caring for someone who is. Our hope is to help you tend to your grief and find your footing again.
20 Years of Compassionate Support
Supporting grieving English-speaking residents in France for two decades
You are not alone
Please note that we are not a crisis organisation
If you need immediate help, please use the following services:
SOS Helpline France
Confidential listening in English (3 p.m. – 11 p.m.).
Tel: 01 46 21 46 46
Samaritans UK
24/7 support for those who prefer a UK-based voice.
Tel: 00 44 330 094 5717
(or email jo@samaritans.org).
Suicide Line France (3114)
24/7 support for individuals and families; English speakers available.
Tel: 3114
Emergencies
Call 112 for immediate medical or police assistance
Tel: 112
Where can I find helpful grief resources ?
Our grief support page contains a host of resources from essential contact numbers to group support links, access our comprehensive library of resources including
books, apps, and videos.
Insights and commentaries on Grief
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Sudden death: Facing the unimaginable
Sudden death: Facing the Unimaginable Life can change in an instant. One phone call, one message, one moment—and suddenly, the world you knew is gone. Sudden loss pulls the ground out from under you. When someone you love dies suddenly, the world stops making sense. In a way, it stops altogether. You’ve been punched in…
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Firsts: Surviving the year after a death in France
Anniversary firsts When someone we love dies, there are a number of “firsts” that we face. The most obvious milestones are anniversaries, such as the date they died or their birthday. Other difficult days include your wedding anniversary, Christmas, Easter, and Mother’s Day. Ultimately, the list of significant dates can feel endless. Traditionally, the first…
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Grief & Anxiety
Grief & Anxiety: The overlooked emotion When people speak of grief and loss, often the most common emotions and feelings that we hear are ones such as sadness, numbness, disbelief or anger, perhaps guilt and confusion. Rarely do we read or hear about people suffering from anxiety that even cause panic attacks. However, it is…
You are not alone