The Be Together events are funded by the wonderful grant we have received from Global's Make Some Noise charity. The Aching Arms Be Together events are an opportunity for our community to come together. Held throughout the UK, they provide an opportunity to spend time doing activities with others who have some understanding of what you have experienced. Our past events include, football matches for Dads, picnics, camp fire and tree planting events and a sibling fun farm day. When attending an event, there is no expectation that you will discuss your story, but if you choose to, you can share it with those around you. We want you to know you are not alone, and our events can be a way of creating new memories in honour of a baby special to you. We would love to see you at one of our upcoming events, you can find out more by clicking on the events coming up box below and following us on social media.
You have enquires, you are welcome to contact Claire, our Be Together Project Lead at betogether@achingarms.co.uk.
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Our Be Together coffee mornings are for bereaved families who have experienced the heartbreak of losing a baby, during pregnancy, at birth or soon after.
Come along for support and understanding in a safe and compassionate environment at our coffee mornings.
Whether you're seeking advice, friendship, or simply a listening ear, you'll find it here among fellow parents who have walked a path similar to your own. Together, we can support each other through this journey of grief.
There is no need to sign up, just come along between 10am and 12pm to our Aching Arms Hub.
If you have any questions about attending, please contact Sharon, who is hosting the event at shop@achingarms.co.uk
Date: Thursday 21st November 2024.
Time: 10 am - 12 pm.
Location: 49 Summer Hill, Halesowen, B63 3BU.
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What3Words: horses.prefer.lasts
Future dates of coffee mornings will be: 12th December 2024.
Join us for a heartfelt hour of personalised Christmas card crafting in Canva!
Several templates to choose from – perfect for online magic or good ol' print! Christmas can be a difficult season, so let’s spread some love and remember your precious babies. In this session, you will be able to 'create your own personalised Christmas cards' that can be printed or sent as e-cards. The session will be led by Claire and Serena. It will last 1 hour which includes a short presentation, guidance through the FREE version of Canva, a selection of templates to choose from & time to create your cards. · 1hr online workshop · A day & an evening option · Using the FREE version of Canva (No experience needed) · Max 10 people per workshop · Provide templates - printed cards & e-cards (inc. Aching Arms logo & QR code for donations) Dates & Times: Friday 22nd November at 10am - 11am Dates & Times: Thursday 28th November at 8pm - 9pm. Location: Online using FREE canva. Details on how to access the materials required for the session will be sent in your confirmation email. For further information and to sign up click here.
Join us for our Be Together Christmas Wreath-Making event. Our lovely hosts Sharon, from Aching Arms and Rachel from Rustic and Wild Florist will be there to welcome you again this year 💚 Date: Saturday 23rd November Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Location: The Aching Arms Hub, 49 Summer Hill, Halesowen B63 3BU
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What3Words: horses.prefer.lasts Other information: A £5 refundable deposit is required to hold your place on the workshop. Feel free to contact 07585769615 or betogether@achingarms.co.uk if you have any questions.
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Lead by Florist - Gail Carpenter from Isabel’s Flowers, join us for an afternoon making a Christmas themed flower arrangement whilst meeting and chatting other bereaved parents/family members.
This is an adult only event but you do not have to attend on your own, please feel free to bring your partner, friends or other family members. £5 refundable deposit is required to secure your place. Flowers and materials will be supplied. You will be able to dedicate a bear for free in memory of a baby special to you. Festive refreshments will also be provided for free Date: Saturday 7th December 2024 Time: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm. Location: De Beauvoir Arms, Downham Road, Downham, Billericay. CM11 1QH.
Directions What3Words: thigh.rooftop.prefect For further information and to sign up here.
Bring your family along to our Christmas craft afternoon. It will be a lovely session where you can enjoy making Christmas themed craft and memory boxes in the company of other bereaved siblings and their parents/family members. Every family attending will be able to dedicate a bear for free in memory of a baby special to them. A £5 refunable deposit will be required and materials will be supplies as well as free festive refreshments. Date: Saturday 7th December 2024 Time: 2pm - 4pm. Location: De Bouvoir Arms, Downham Road, Downham, Billericay. CM11 1QH. Directions What3Words: thigh.rooftop.prefect For further information and to sign up here.
Come along for support and understanding in a safe and compassionate environment to our coffee mornings.
There is no need to sign up, just come along between 10am and 12pm.
If you have any questions about attending, please contact Claire, who is hosting the event at betogether@achingarms.co.uk
Date: Thursday 12th December 2024.
Location: Human Kind Cafe, 111 High Street, Billericay, CM12 9AJ.
What3Words: medium.cooks.early
Future dates of coffee mornings will be: 9th January 2025.
Take some time for yourself and join us for a Online Yoga course starting in January 2025, we hope you can use this course to take a moment for yourself after what can sometimes be an overwhelming and difficult Christmas period. ·Yoga sessions will take place once a week, online via Zoom, for 6 weeks led by the wonderful Sarah. · Sessions to be 45 minutes long and would include 30 minutes of mat yoga and mediation plus 15 minutes of talk time, with a member of Aching Arms present. · WhatsApp group for reminders about the sessions, equipment etc. and to motivate and encourage people through the process. · 10 places available · You will be sent details of how to access the course in your confirmation email (it may go to your junk mail so please check there). Start Date: Thursday 16th January 2025 End Date: Thursday 20th February 2025 Time: 19:30 - 20:15 Location: Online via Zoom Please click here for further information and to sign up.
Date: 31st May 2025
Location: Manchester
Further information will be available soon.
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