Emma Thackham
Emma's Captain Tom 100 Challenge
Fundraising for Motherwell Cheshire CIO
Story
I'm going to create 100 paintings to raise awareness of Motherwell Cheshire CIO - Cherry Blossom Service - Supporting mums after experiencing Infant Loss. Sadly not all pregnancies result in a happy ending. One in four women will suffer a miscarraige during their lifetime so infant loss is all too common. Cherry Blossom also helps women who have suffered ectopic pregnancy, termination for medical reasons, IVF set back, a Stillbirth, or a neonatal death (in the weeks or months following birth).
Complex feelings of grief are sometimes too much to endure. This is where Cherry Blossom can help. We offer:
1:1 Counselling
These sessions are for those who are not yet ready to talk publicly about their loss. All of our counsellors are accredited in infant loss and want to listen to your experience.
Group Sessions
These are facilitated by a trained counsellor who is experienced working with infant loss. It also offers you a safe space, with other bereaved parents, who have shared a similar experience and who will be better placed to understand your pain.
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a catastrophic effect on charities, with the cancellation of thousands of events and the loss of billions in income. At a time when vulnerable members of society need them most, charities have had to cut services, furlough staff and some have even shut down. Captain Tom stepped up to help, taking on his famous walk to support the NHS Covid-19 appeal and inspiring millions to donate to the cause. I will be celebrating the extraordinary spirit of Captain Tom my way and help my chosen charity Motherwell Cheshire CIO.
Donors will be able to choose a painting to keep (if they wish to) at the end of the campaign.
