Remembrance service

A SPECIAL service to give thanks for and remember babies and children who have died is being hosted by Craigavon Area Hospital on Sunday, April 25 at 3pm in the Lecture Theatre, Medical Education Centre.
By The Newsroom
Published 9th Apr 2010, 12:37 BST
Updated 9th Apr 2010, 18:47 BST

The head of Midwifery and Gynaecology Services for the Southern Health and Social Care Trust, Patricia McStay, said: “We warmly invite anyone who has lost a baby or child, their family and friend to this service where we will reflect and remember them.”

Those wishing to attend may want to bring a flower, as the service includes a floral tribute to the children’s memories, as well as Books of Remembrance being on display.

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The service is being organised by the hospital’s chaplaincy team.

After the service there will be refreshments and an opportunity to chat to the chaplaincy team, staff from the midwifery and gynaecology service, and representatives from support services such as the Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society (SANDS) and the Miscarriage Association.

For further information, please contact Anne Coyle, Bereavement Co-ordinator on 3861 3861 or Edel Corr, Patient Support manager on 3861 2395.