Parents
How we can help...
Whether it’s chatting to other parents in our support groups, unloading in a counselling session in one of our woodland pods, or treating yourself to a relaxing massage with our complementary therapist – there are all kinds of support for Derian parents.
Derian Dads Bereavement Group
This group is a place for bereaved dads to meet in a relaxed, safe and welcoming space and will be facilitated by two members of the family support team. Meet with like-minded men to chat, listen, and laugh together over a takeaway or a brew.
For more information contact Lucy or John from family support team by emailing families@derianhouse.co.uk
25 June
23 July
3 September
1 October
29 October
26 November
17 December
Derian Dads
Meet with like-minded Derian dads who understand the demands, needs, struggles and rewards that you are navigating. Socialise, tell stories, and share advice in a relaxed and positive environment over a brew or a takeaway.
For more information contact Lucy or John from family support team by emailing families@derianhouse.co.uk
18 June
16 July
17 September
15 October
12 November
10 December
Derian Mums
A place for mums to meet like-minded mums.
26 June
24 July
18 September
16 October
13 November
11 December
Derian Mums Bereavement Group
A place for bereaved mums to meet in a relaxed, safe and welcoming space, to talk openly about grief with likeminded people.
11 June
9 July
10 September
8 October
5 November
3 December
Crochet and Crafts
Crochet and Craft brings together siblings, parents and grandparents for a Monday morning filled with coffee, cake, crochet, crafts, and a good old natter. For more information please contact Lucy or Jean from our Family Support Team by emailing families@derianhouse.co.uk
Counselling
If you feel that you need some extra support, individual or group, counselling is available for parents.
Complementary therapies
Parents can access holistic therapies, including massage and Reiki, at the hospice.