Police have advised that criminals have been sending texts and emails as well as cold calling, attempting to lure people to apply for the COVID-19 vaccine. REMEMBER - The vaccine is free of charge and there is no way to jump the queue by paying for a priority slot.
We understand that this time of year can be very difficult if you are affected by the death of a baby. If you would like to talk over the Christmas period, we are here for support.
The lockdown introduced over the weekend will NOT affect the winter opening times of our Cemeteries.
Please DO NOT visit if you display any of the Covid Symptoms:
A HIGH TEMPERATURE
A NEW, CONTINUOUS COUGH
A LOSS OR CHANGE TO YOUR SENSE OF SMELL OR TASTE
We hope you found #BLAW2020 helpful, but we also know it might have felt overwhelming.
We want to remind you that we're here for you now and throughout the year.
If someone you know might like one of these virtual hugs too, you can find them here... https://t.co/fQ1TeL95d4
Merthyr Dyfan Chapel has joined a number of buildings around the UK in being lit in pink and blue in support of Baby Loss Awareness Week 2020
#BLAW2020#YouAreNotAone
Baby Loss Awareness Week 2020 culminates tonight at 7.00 with the Global Wave of Light Event. You can join Cardiff Newport SANDS virtually here - https://t.co/lccMS0Nkuq and light a candle in memory of all babies gone too soon
The death of a baby means different things depending on a family's background ethnicity or faith. Supporting parents involves understanding what matters to them, their families and communities. Please share ways of saying goodbye and remembering babies in your community #BLAW2020
Acknowledging someone’s loss and being there to listen can make all the difference.
If you’re not sure what to say - or what not to say - to support someone you know through pregnancy loss, we have some suggestions: https://t.co/FFZMTizRyi
#BLAW2020#YouAreNotAlone
If someone in your family or a friend has experienced pregnancy or baby loss it can be hard to know what to say or do. This #BLAW2020 please help break the isolation and let them know #YouAreNotAlone Get advice and support at https://t.co/WDK20SrC86
Cardiff Newport SANDS are hosting a virtual Wave of Light event. For more details see their facebook page here - https://t.co/lccMS0Nkuq
#BLAW2020#YouAreNotAlone
Join people around the world in commemorating all babies who sadly died too soon in this years global Wave of Light. At 7pm on Oct 15 light a candle for one hour.
You can do this individually or by joining a virtual event.
https://t.co/umNnx1Bv0Q
#BLAW2020#YouAreNotAlone
The Good Grief Trust has added a new page to their website to bring you updates on the crisis and signpost you to the charities, support services and helplines that offer dedicated advice and information.
https://t.co/d3ipXLQePB
What's Your Grief are sharing ideas for when you can’t gather together for a funeral service. Please share to anyone you know who may be struggling with funeral planning at this time
https://t.co/hytkfkP9jH
Cruse Bereavement Care have provided some tips on what you can do if you find yourself in the heart-breaking situation of not being able to attend a loved ones funeral or if you are arranging a funeral that people will not be able to attend
We know Mother's Day can be a difficult time for many people and apologise for any upset this might cause. If you need any support or someone to talk to please have a look at the Good Grief Trust's website where you will find a list of contacts -
https://t.co/LNWPtEmNrG (2 of 2)
Please note the chapel will NOT be open on Sunday (Mothers Day) as usual for candle lighting.
Due to the ongoing outbreak of Covid-19 and recent guidance received from Government, Barry Town Council has taken the decision to cancel all events for at least 12 weeks. (1 of 2)
@1mlives Well done, Suzanne, for sharing your moving story and for explaining how running and @parkrun in particular has helped you to cope with your grief 💙