Support nights forChild Bereavement

THE Foyle Hospice Child Bereavement Group 'family support nights' at the Foyle Hospice are for children who have lost a significant adult within recent times.

By The Newsroom

Published 10th Mar 2010, 08:43 BST

Updated 16th Mar 2010, 12:57 BST

Parenting in bereavement can feel challenging and although much of your concern will be for your child, you too need support.

During these sessions you will be able to discuss any issues that may arise. It also gives you the opportunity to meet with others in similar situations.

Children sometimes worry that they will forget the person they have lost as they grow up, and appreciate help to hold on to their memories. During this programme the children are encouraged to use creative sessions to remember the person they have lost and help express their emotions.

The support nights run once a month for six months for children aged four to 16.

No referral is necessary.

For information contact Michelle Kosky, Staff Nurse at [email protected], or Michelle Hannaway on 02871351010.