Grieving Together, Grieving Differently: Bereavement Within a Family
16th September 2026
When someone dies, everyone in the family feels the loss but that does not mean everyone will grieve in the same way. One child may want to talk about the person who died all the time, while their sibling would rather not mention it. One parent may cry openly, while another focuses on work, routines …
Preparing for a New School Year After Bereavement
18th August 2026
For many children and young people, the start of a new school year is an exciting time. New teachers, new classmates and a fresh routine bring …
Quadrant2Design Pull Up Banners
14th July 2026
Following the launch of our new Mosaic logo and branding this year – We would like to give a big thank you to Poole based Quadrant2Design …
School’s Out, Grief Isn’t: Helping Bereaved Children Navigate Summer
7th July 2026
For many families, the end of the school year is a time of celebration. There are sports days, school plays, award ceremonies and reports that mark …
Why the Build-Up to Father’s Day Can Feel Harder Than the Day Itself
5th June 2026
For bereaved children and young people, Father’s Day can feel difficult long before the day itself arrives. While much attention is given to anniversaries and special …
From Words to Action: Supporting Bereaved Children This Mental Health Awareness Week
8th May 2026
Each year, Mental Health Awareness Week invites us to reflect on how we can better support our own wellbeing and that of others. In 2026, the …
The Power of Bereavement Cafés: Creating Safe Spaces for Young People
20th April 2026
Grief doesn’t follow a timeline, especially for children and young people. It changes as they grow, often resurfacing in new and unexpected ways. At Mosaic, we …
Supporting Bereaved Children on Mother’s Day: Help for Families in Dorset
10th March 2026
Mother’s Day can be a particularly difficult time for some bereaved children and young people. While many families are celebrating, those who have lost their mum, …
How Mosaic Can Support You When Someone You Love Has Died
4th February 2026
If you’re a teenager and someone important in your life has died, everything can suddenly feel different. You might be trying to carry on as normal, …
A New Year of Kindness: Stepping Into January When You’re Grieving
12th December 2025
As the year draws to a close and the familiar countdown to New Year’s Eve begins, many families start to feel a mixture of emotions. For …
How to Help a Bereaved Child Through Christmas
12th November 2025
For many families, Christmas is a time of sparkle, celebration and togetherness but for those who are grieving, it can also be a painful reminder of …
Practical Support for Adults: Helping Children Through Grief While Caring for Yourself
20th October 2025
When a child experiences the loss of someone close to them, it can feel as if the whole world has changed overnight. As a parent, carer …
Grief and Anger: Understanding Emotional Outbursts in Children
12th September 2025
When a child experiences the loss of someone close, grief can show up in many different ways. While sadness, withdrawal or anxiety are common, anger is …
Creative Ways for Children to Express Grief
12th August 2025
Creative Ways for Children to Express Grief Through Art, Nature or Play When a child experiences the death of someone close, it can be hard to …
Grief Education to Come to Schools in Dorset
8th August 2025
Mosaic, a Dorset charity supporting bereaved children, welcomes the decision to introduce grief education into schools. This is something the charity has long campaigned for and …
10 Meaningful Summer Activities to Support Bereaved Children
15th July 2025
Summer is often seen as a time for making happy memories, with long days, lighter routines and opportunities to be outside together. But for families who …
Supporting a Bereaved Child on Fathers Day
5th June 2025
Father’s Day can be a heartwarming celebration for many families but for a bereaved child, it may bring a wave of sadness, confusion or isolation. At …
Our Mosaic Youth Group
28th May 2025
Our voices together will inspire and make the difference My name is Gabrielle Walker, I am the Chair of The Youth Group and Youth Ambassador for …
A Guide to Supporting Bereaved Children’s Mental Health
14th May 2025
Grief is never easy but for children, it can be especially confusing, isolating and overwhelming. When someone they love dies, their world changes completely. The sadness …
How to get involved with Mosaic
9th April 2025
How to Get Involved: Donating, Fundraising & Volunteering with Mosaic At Mosaic, we provide vital support to bereaved children and young people across Dorset. Whether you’re …
Mother’s Day – Without Mum
11th March 2025
Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate and appreciate mums, but for children who has experienced the death of their mum, grandmother or a mother figure, …
Supporting Families with Neurodiverse Needs Through Bereavement
10th February 2025
1 in 8 children and young people (12%) who receive support from Mosaic have a special educational need (SEN) or neurodiversity, highlighting the importance of specialised …
Cold Water Dip Guidance
1st February 2025
Before you take part in this challenge, please ensure you read our general safety tips for cold water swimming. General Safety Guidelines Outdoor Swimming Ice Bath …
Sir Al Aynsley-Green, Mosaic’s Patron
21st January 2025
Jo Revill, Mosaic, talks to Al Aynsley-Green, Mosaic’s Patron, about his experience of childhood bereavement. Some people take what has happened to them in childhood and …