It’s all about choice

An event highlighting the different funeral choices available to parents who have lost a baby or child, attracted a wide range of both speakers and delegates at the annual Child Funeral Charity Seminar, held recently at Greenacres Chiltern.

From the difficult topics of infant cremations and disposal of foetal remains, to how families deal with grief, the day was full of educational talks and information.

Sponsored by Greenacres Chiltern and Central England Co-operative Funeralcare, the event attracted delegates including funeral directors, hospital representatives, bereavement specialists, GPs and many other professionals who work with bereaved families.

Roger Gale, chief executive of the charity, opened proceedings with the news that since its launch in 2014, the charity had supported the funeral wishes of 175 families and given advice and guidance to countless others.

“Our goal is to make it easier for many more families to access funds and to help those professionals who wish to make a referral,” he said. “We have been truly touched by the stories we have heard and there is no doubt that this charity is playing an important role in helping families at the most difficult of times.

“I am delighted to see so many people supporting the seminar and spreading the word that parents do have choices.”

For more information on the charity and its work, visit www.childfuneralcharity.org.uk