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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Come along for support and understanding in a safe and compassionate environment to our coffee mornings.
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.
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.
If you have any questions about attending, please contact Claire, who is hosting the event at betogether@achingarms.co.uk
Date: TBC
Time: 10 am - 12 pm.
Location: Human Kind Cafe, 111 High Street, Billericay, CM12 9AJ.
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Come along for support and understanding in a safe and compassionate environment at our coffee mornings.
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: Wednesday 29th January 2025
Location: 49 Summer Hill, Halesowen, B63 3BU.
What3Words: horses.prefer.lasts
2025: (Coffee mornings will be on Wednesdays) : 26th February, 26th March, 30th April, 21st May and 25th June.
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
**The yoga course is now full however you can join our waiting list below. Please click here for further information and to join the wait list.
In collaboration with the lovely Lilly from the Playground Café, Bristol, this 2-hour adults-only event is aimed at bereaved parents and their adult family members or friends to come and be in a safe space among other bereaved parents and chat whilst playing light-hearted board games. The event is FREE (including refreshments) and every attendee will be able to dedicate a bear for free in memory of a baby/babies special to them. However, we do ask for a £5 refundable deposit to secure your space (which you can choose to donate to the charity). Playground is a small café bar located in the heart of Bristol's city centre. It has a small team of friendly staff, swings instead of chairs at some tables and over 250 games for adults to play.
The bar was first opened in 2014 by owner Lilly in her attempt to create a space where adults could make new friends through sharing tables and playing games and for a little bit of time feel like children again. The café is located in an old listed building with limited space and unfortunately does not have an accessible toilet or changing room because of its space and architectural restrictions but is located in the city centre and surrounded by other businesses that have such facilities.
We understand coming to these events can be a big step and feel overwhelming. We want you to know this is ok, we are also bereaved parents and we will be there to support you if needed. Date: Sunday 9th February 2025 Time: 2pm - 4pm. Location: 45 St Nicholas Street, BS11TP
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Please click here for more information and to sign up.
Date: 31st May 2025
Location: Manchester
Further information will be available soon.
07464 508994 support@achingarms.co.uk
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