Anam Cara Galway, will host a parent support evening at the Clayton Hotel, Briarhill, on Wednesday February 5 at 7.20pm.
The dark winter months can be a long and lonely time for bereaved parents, according to the organisation. With the brighter days still some time away many feel alone and isolated in their grief.
“Sadly, over 2,000 families a year will lose a child and Anam Cara is there to support these bereaved parents at a time when they need it most. We will provide a safe and comfortable space in which to remember and to be open with your grief. Anam Cara parent groups provide support from other bereaved parents who know what it is like to feel shattered and isolated. Anam Cara will support you no matter where you are on your journey, how old your child was or how they died.”
One bereaved mother who attended the support group recently commented: “I like meeting other bereaved parents and hearing their stories, their journey, and what helps them cope - knowing what’s normal to feel in this situation as the isolation one feels when you lose your child is terrible.”
The event is open to all bereaved parents regardless of their children’s ages or the circumstances of their death. Bereaved parents can also visit the group’s website www.anamcara.ie
