New partnership to support grieving families 

As children across the region prepare to head back to school next week, some will be facing the first term since significant loss. For children who have lost a loved one this summer, or grieving families dealing with the death of a child, gearing up to face the school gates after a bereavement can be a big moment. 

A new partnership between Thames Valley Air Ambulance and Child Bereavement UK will offer a lifeline to grieving families when their lives have been turned upside down. A memorandum of understanding has been signed between the two local charities, agreeing a joined-up approach to supporting families during tough times. 

Adam Crosby, our Head of Aftercare, said: 

“Our crews treat the most seriously ill and injured people across the region, and we meet families on possibly the worst day of their lives. But our care extends beyond that day, as we help them to process what has happened and support them as they deal with trauma and loss in the weeks, months, and years to come. 

“This new partnership with Child Bereavement UK formalises an already strong relationship between our charities. By teaming up in this way, we can share research and resources so that we can provide the best possible support to families when they need us most.” 

Maninder Hayre, Director of Services and Partnerships at Child Bereavement UK, said: 

“We’re pleased to partner with Thames Valley Air Ambulance to raise awareness of both services, sharing knowledge and expertise so that grieving families are able to access the support they need, when they need it.” 

This partnership will offer a lifeline to grieving families when their lives have been turned upside down