The Death of HM Queen Elizabeth II

Posted to the Noticeboard on September 12, 2022

We are deeply saddened by the news of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and send our condolences to the Royal Family.

This loss will be felt by many- far and wide, each in our way.

It is important to talk to people and reach out if you are struggling!

This feeling of grief may bring up past feelings of sadness, for example, if you have experienced a bereavement or loss in the past. If you have experienced the death of a loved one, you can visit our page ‘When Someone You Love Dies‘ below:

– I’m under 13 years old
– I’m over 13 years old

Support is available:

– Click here to watch a video from Child Bereavement UK on How We Grieve

– Click here to read an article by Winston’s Wish- How to Look After Yourself When a Public Figure Dies

– Click here to read and watch a short video by CBBC Newsround- Advice if You’re Upset by the News

– Click here to read some information by Grief Encounter- How You May Be Feeling After the Death of the Queen

– Click here to read: Grief and Loss- A Guide for Young People, by Young Minds

If you’d like support or to talk to someone about grief:

– Star Bereavement

– Winston’s Wish

– Child Bereavement UK

– Grief Encounter

– Hope Again

The NYA have started a Book of Condolences, if you’d like to share a message with the Royal Family or share your memories of Queen Elizabeth II, click here to view and add a message.