We are a group of local volunteers offering help and support to people in the Bright
on & Hove area who have been affected by the loss of a baby, either before, during or shortly after birth. This support is provided free of charge and is open to all bereaved parents, their families and friends, no matter how long ago the loss occurred.
As bereaved parents ourselves, we understand the unique pain of losing a baby - the loss of a precious life and the shattering of hopes and dreams - and the confusion and isolation that sometimes accompanies that loss. We have found that often just having someone to talk to who has shared a similar experience can help bereaved parents to feel less isolated and to deal with the confusing emotions they typically experience.
As well as offering support through local meetings, befriending and publications, we also aim to improve care for bereaved parents by liaising with local hospitals and other health professionals.
We are part of a national charity, called Sands (the Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society), which supports anyone affected by the death of a baby and works to reduce the number of stillbirths and neonatal deaths in the
If you have been affected by baby loss due to late miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal death or termination due to abnormalities, please get in touch.
News
Brighton & Hove Sands has launched a new support group in Worthing. Read more ...
Brighton & Hove Sands members raise over £1,100 for our local group. Read more ... View pics
The next B&H Sands support meeting will take place on Sunday 12 February 2012, starting at 8pm, at Hove Methodist Church (in the Narthex, through the main doors and up the stairs) on Portland Road. Please email mail@brightonandhovesands.co.uk if you would like to attend or text your befriender (if you have one).
Next Worthing meeting on Monday 9 January, starting at 7.30pm. Read more...
