Join us on Friday, 26th September 2025, for our next Community Wellbeing Session as we welcome Lindsey Martindale and Joanne Regan from Funeral Experts — an organisation dedicated to supporting families through one of life’s most difficult experiences: loss.
This session will shine a light on the free, non-clinical support available to anyone facing end of life, grief, or bereavement — support that is too often overlooked but absolutely essential. Whether you’re navigating the practical side of funeral planning or just need someone to talk to, this conversation is for you.
About Funeral Experts
Funeral Experts work in partnership with NHS Trusts, coroners, local authorities and charities to ensure no family faces bereavement alone. Their service provides compassionate, practical help with everything from funeral arrangements and benefits advice to emotional overwhelm.
Lindsey Martindale brings over 18 years’ experience leading adult carer services, with senior roles at Kooth and Qwell, supporting families with complex mental health and wellbeing needs.
Joanne Regan is a specialist in income maximisation and welfare legislation, with a background in the public sector and leadership of a benefits advice service helping families reclaim millions in support annually.
Together, they offer professional and personal insight into a space that many families struggle to navigate.
What Will Be Covered?
- How to compare and choose the right funeral director
- Accessing benefits such as Bereavement Support Payment, Funeral Expenses Payment and Pension Credit
- Support with council tax exemptions and assessments
- Help with bereavement paperwork and death notifications
- Emotional guidance, signposting, and links to further services
- Tailored support depending on individual or family needs
Who Should Attend?
- Anyone who has recently experienced or is preparing for the loss of a loved one
- Those looking to understand the support available around bereavement
- Professionals supporting families or individuals during difficult times
- Anyone looking to connect with services offering community-based care
Session Details
Date: Friday, 26th September 2025
Time: 9.30 AM
Location: Sefton Support Group, 1 Duke Street, Formby, L37 4AL
This session is free to attend and open to all.
Join Us!
Our Community Wellbeing Sessions are here to inform, support, and inspire. This is an opportunity to learn more about a subject that affects every one of us — and how we can approach it with dignity, understanding and care.
Register for this session here:
Although registration is not required, it helps us prepare for the number of attendees on the day.
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