Ruth Strauss Foundation – Family Support Service

What

Charity providing emotional and practical support for families who are preparing for the death of a parent. Services include pre-bereavement support groups and online peer support groups for parents. The website offers free guidance and support on how to prepare children when you have been diagnosed with an incurable cancer. This includes video and print resources for parents and primary care givers about how to talk to children and young people and tailor it for each family's needs. The website also signposts to useful podcasts and other online resources. The charity also raises funds and awareness for non-smoking lung cancers, offering information and support to those who have been diagnosed. For more information and the contact form, please visit the website.

Where

Nationwide

Who

Any family facing the loss of a parent

Available for friends and family

Last updated 14/03/2026 by Cancer Care Map