bereavement

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"At Autism BrainNet, our goals are to facilitate the highest quality autism research, provide accurate information about brain donation to individuals and families, and increase comfort with planning for donation before a time of bereavement."

From Science Daily • Apr. 8, 2026

His successor Chris Large exited as leader of the Reform group on the council, citing a bereavement.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

It also highlights the possible benefits of online access for “young people coping with serious illness, bereavement, and mental health problems” as well as opportunities for learning and developing interests.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

The former Juventus boss did not undertake the usual post-match duties having been informed of a family bereavement.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

Their numb families mourned in silence, with pots of stew and nourishing foods heaped into their kitchens, while the comforting arms of neighbors circled around them to ease their bereavement.

From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill