We were honoured to welcome the High Sheriff of the West Midlands, Doug Wright MBE, to The Lily Mae Foundation on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. This visit provided a wonderful opportunity to showcase our work supporting families who have experienced the devastating loss of a baby. We were able to share how our support services have grown and evolved over the years, particularly poignant as we approached Lily Mae's 15th birthday on February 7, 2025.
A highlight of the visit was the High Sheriff's participation in assembling one of our Memory Boxes. These boxes are a crucial part of our support, offering comfort and treasured keepsakes to help bereaved parents through their grief. His involvement underscored the profound impact these boxes have on bereaved families. We were able to discuss with Doug every precious item included in the Memory Boxes and the significance they hold for grieving families.
In addition to the Memory Boxes, we discussed the breadth of our support services, including our Baby Loss Support Groups, Pregnancy After Loss and Rainbow Baby Groups, and our Still Parents podcast, which provides a voice for bereaved fathers. The High Sheriff's genuine interest and encouragement affirmed the vital role these services play.
We are incredibly grateful for the High Sheriff's visit. It not only highlighted our mission but also reinforced our dedication to ensuring bereaved families receive the crucial support they need after the devastating loss of a baby.
The Team at Lily Mae x