A manager's guide to helping grieving employees
Briefly

During Dying Matters Awareness Week in the UK, a report reveals that grief affects employees’ mental well-being, with 87% of respondents acknowledging its impact. Despite this, a significant number feel unsupported; 46% report insufficient time to grieve and lack of communication from management. The findings highlight a critical need for workplaces to address grief openly, suggesting that leaders should break the taboo around discussing bereavement to provide better support and understanding, ultimately fostering a healthier workplace environment.
87% of respondents with lived experience felt grief had impacted their mental well-being, yet 46% felt that they did not have enough time to grieve.
76% said since returning to work they had not received any communications from managers or leadership in relation to their grief.
Read at Fast Company
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