President of NAFD becomes advisor to Child Bereavement UK
Adams, who is a fourth-generation funeral director, has several years’ experience in helping bereaved families and in addition to serving as the NAFD president, he is also a NAFD approved tutor
John Adams, president of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD), has become an advisor to Child Bereavement UK.
Child Bereavement UK is a charity which strives to help families to rebuild their lives when a child grieves or when a child dies.
The charity also supports children and young people (up to the age of 25) when someone important to them has died or is not expected to live, and parents and the wider family when a baby or child of any age dies or is dying.
Additionally, it also provides training to professionals in health and social care, education, and the voluntary and corporate sectors, equipping them to provide the best possible care to bereaved families.
Adams, who is a fourth-generation funeral director, has several years’ experience in helping bereaved families and in addition to serving as the NAFD president, he is also a NAFD approved tutor.
In 2022, Adams launched a parliamentary petition for all school age children to be taught about death, dying and bereavement in schools as part of compulsory PHSE lessons.
Adams said: “I am delighted to be asked to be funeral industry advisor to Child Bereavement UK. I share with the charity a commitment to delivering the best possible support to bereaved families and children.
“Everyone grieves differently and there is no one-size-fits-all approach but, with compassion and empathy, it is possible to help families navigate the complex emotions and practical considerations that come with bereavement.”
Ann Chalmers, chief executive of Child Bereavement UK, added: “We’re delighted that Adams has agreed to become an Advisor to Child Bereavement UK. John’s considerable experience and his support will allow us to forge closer links with funeral professionals and the families they serve, helping to rebuild lives by sharing information, expertise and insights.”
