Northside Debt Advice, Riyadh
Run by people who have been through loss of a parent and loss of a brother or sister themselves.
Mon to Fri, 9 to 5
For grieving someone who is still here. Talk with people in Saudi Arabia who know what it is like, find help near you, and join the worldwide circle too. Free, always.
Next gathering in the Saudi Arabia circle: Weekly check-in ยท
Run by people who have been through loss of a parent and loss of a brother or sister themselves.
Mon to Fri, 9 to 5
We help people with loss of a friend and loss of a spouse or partner, in person in Medina and online. Sessions are relaxed and you set the pace.
Weekdays and Saturday mornings
Free emotional support from trained listeners, online and anonymous, in many languages.
24/7
Grief recovery support groups meeting weekly.
โWhen my dad went into palliative care, I thought I had to be strong. I didn't. The waiting is the worst part. You don't have to fill every silence. Just be there. If you need to cry, cry in the car. If you need to laugh at something stupid on TV, laugh. It's not betrayal. Your person is still here. That's what matters. Don't plan too far ahead. Just get through today, then tomorrow. That sounds like something off a fridge magnet but it's the only thing that works. And find someone to talk to, even if it's just online. You're not the only one going through this.โ
โThe first time you forget she was ever different, that's the worst. I won't lie. It doesn't get easier. But you learn to live in the gaps. The crossword still helps. Coffee. The train. Small things. Don't expect anyone to understand. They won't. But you'll find your people. The ones who nod without saying anything. Hold onto them. And hold onto the good days. They come. Even now.โ
โIf you're scared right now, I get it. I was right where you are about three years ago. I remember planning a funeral while he watches telly like it was yesterday. Yesterday I booked a holiday. It doesn't stay this heavy. You've got this, even if it doesn't feel like it.โ
โIf you're scared right now, I get it. In 2023, that was me. I remember every visit could be the last like it was yesterday. I picked up the guitar again. You've got this, even if it doesn't feel like it.โ