Galway hospital hosts remembrance evening for bereaved families
Bereaved parents and relatives are invited to gather next week for a special memorial service honouring lost little ones. The compassionate evening will feature reflective readings, gentle music, and a united global candle lighting.
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Maternity staff at University Hospital Galway are preparing to host a poignant ceremony to mark International Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. The gathering will take place on Thursday, 15 October at 6:30pm in Croí House, Moyola Lane, Newcastle, Galway, providing a welcoming space for anyone touched by miscarriage, stillbirth, or neonatal loss.
Helen Byrnes, bereavement support midwife at the hospital, emphasised that the evening aims to gently acknowledge all losses regardless of when they occurred. The programme will incorporate comforting poetry, quiet readings, and reflective music, while also offering a virtual streaming option via the official website for those unable to travel.
The service will culminate at 7:00pm with a solemn candle lighting as part of the worldwide wave of light, followed by light refreshments and peer support. Anyone seeking further details can reach out directly to Helen Byrnes by phone or email.
Helen Byrnes, bereavement support midwife at the hospital, emphasised that the evening aims to gently acknowledge all losses regardless of when they occurred. The programme will incorporate comforting poetry, quiet readings, and reflective music, while also offering a virtual streaming option via the official website for those unable to travel.
The service will culminate at 7:00pm with a solemn candle lighting as part of the worldwide wave of light, followed by light refreshments and peer support. Anyone seeking further details can reach out directly to Helen Byrnes by phone or email.
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