Shropshire Sands

Shropshire Sands aims to provide support to those parents and families bereaved by the death of a baby - not only for the recently bereaved but also for those whose babies died some time ago.

How Shropshire Sands Supports Bereaved Parents

Whether you are a mother, father, family member or friend, Shropshire Sands offers the kind of support that you may want as you come to terms with what has happened. It will be different for everyone. Perhaps you will want to talk to someone who has also lost a baby, or find out about the practical things that need to be done. You many want to meet other bereaved parents in a small group, or you may not want to do anything straight away.

However, should you want help when you feel that the time is right, Shropshire Sands is here for you - a year on when you have not forgotten your baby's anniversary, although everyone else around you seems to have. We are also here to provide support for those whose babies died many years ago.

Shropshire Sands Activities

telephone and personal befriending
small group, monthly meetings
fundraising with parents and families at various events
newsletters
library of books and videos
provision of special gowns for use in the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
provision of remembrance books and services
provision of a special area for graves at Shrewsbury General Cemetery
purchase of headstones for the baby graves at Shrewsbury General Cemetery
provision of a Garden of Remembrance for all babies who have been cremated at Shrewsbury Crematorium