What’s on
Please find information about the upcoming public events, workshops and opportunities to get involved in the Compassionate Sheffield programme below.
Events delivered by, or in collaboration with Compassionate Sheffield, will always be free to attend.
If you'd like to stay updated about upcoming events and opportunities to get involved, you can sign up to join our mailing list, here.
Compassionate Sheffield events
Supporting people when someone dies: practical guidance for our community
This event offers a warm and welcoming space for exploring how we can support people when someone dies. It has been created for people working, volunteering or supporting people in the S12, S13 or S20 postcodes.
When: Wednesday 28th January 2026, 2pm-4pm, with refreshments from 1.30pm
Where: Crystal Peaks Library, Crystal Peaks Library Art Space, S20 7PH.
What to expect:
Join Compassionate Sheffield and Townships 1 Primary Care Network to explore how we can support people in our community when someone dies.
Attendees will have the opportunity to:
· Find out about bereavement peer support in the local area
· Share ideas for support which people would like to see in the area
· Learn more about a new booklet "What Should I Do Now? Practical advice and support following a death"
Who is this session for?
This session is aimed at people working, volunteering or supporting people in the S12, S13 or S20 postcodes.
This includes the following areas: Beighton, Crystal Peaks, Frecheville, Hackenthorpe, Halfway, Mosborough, Owlthorpe, Plumbley, Sothall, Waterthorpe, Westfield and Woodhouse.
Their role does not need to be grief or bereavement focused.
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Confirming Attendance:
Please confirm your attendance by signing up for a ticket on Eventbrite using the booking link below.
For further information, or help with booking a ticket, please contact Caroline, Community Development Worker at Compassionate Sheffield by email: caroline@compassionatesheffield.co.uk or by phone: 07842 444 714.
Keeping up to date with this work:
If you are unable to attend the event but would like to receive more information about this work, please get in touch with Caroline, using the above email or phone number.
Community events and support
New: Bereavement Friendship Group in Beighton
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When: Last Monday of the Month, 3.30pm-5pm: 22nd December (note week change), 26th January
Where: The Lifestyle Centre, High Street, Beighton, S20 1HE.
Details: A new group offering a welcoming, confidential space for anyone grieving the loss of a loved one. Share, listen and find comfort alongside caring volunteers Dave and Elaine, and others who understand. Open to everyone.
Booking: No booking needed, this is a “drop-in” event.
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Accessing support
You can find details about local and national services and organisations that provide both grief and mental health support via our bereavement and grief page.




