Parental Experiences with a Hospital-based Bereavement Program Following the Loss of a Child to Cancer

Parents who lost a child due to cancer experience intense trauma and sadness, and bereavement programs may provide the intervention and support parents need. This study interviewed eight parents who participated in a two-year hospital-based bereavement program to examine their experiences of the program. Results revealed that parents appreciated communication with the healthcare team and wished to extend the intervention through continued connections both with the providers and with other parents.