The sudden death of someone we care deeply about is almost impossible to comprehend. We always think we’re going to be warned, have time, but every day, people arrive at A&E with their loved one and the hope that everything will be OK. Sadly, there are times when life takes an unexpected, heart-breaking turn, and they leave having lost someone dear to them. The shock and pain of such a sudden loss are unimaginable, and these families face a journey of grief they never anticipated.
At Basingstoke and North Hampshire's A&E department, the team wants to help make those first moments of loss a little less isolating. That’s why staff create bereavement boxes — small but meaningful packages filled with thoughtful items designed to provide comfort and support to families who have suffered a sudden loss.
Each hand packed box contains items such as tissues, candles, seeds and keepsakes to allow families to treasure their loved ones’ memory.