Carmarthen Journal

Emotional support

- Matt Williams Marie Curie head of informatio­n and support

WITH Christmas here, people who are approachin­g end of life or coping with a bereavemen­t might find the festive season a difficult and overwhelmi­ng time of year.

Marie Curie trained support line officers can provide practical informatio­n on everything from managing day-today with a terminal illness, to planning ahead. We also offer emotional support if someone needs a safe space to talk. We have a dedicated bereavemen­t service where callers will be paired with a volunteer, who can offer a regular listening ear, as well as a Check-in and Chat befriendin­g service that lets you arrange a call back from our support line at a time that suits you, whether you need support or just someone to talk to for free on 0800 090 2309.

The Christmas opening hours are: December 23 (8am-6pm) December 24 (10am-4pm) December 25 and 26 (10am-2pm) December 27 (closed) December 28 (10am-4pm) December 29 & 30 (8am6pm)

December 31 (10am4pm)

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