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The ICCM Journal | Autumn 2020 | V88 No. 3
Sands is here to support you COVID-19 is having a devastating impact on both bereaved families and NHS staff. We can only imagine the pressures facing you and your teams too, at your crematorium and across the ICCM network in the UK. We want you to know that Sands is here to support you. Find out about all the support and information we offer, including our free national helpline, at https://www.sands.org.uk/support. Sands’ free helpline phone 0808 164 3332 and email helpline@sands.org.uk Sands local groups https://www.sands.org.uk/groups Sands online community https://sands.community/ Follow Sands on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn We are thankful to each member of the ICCM who has supported Sands through donations and for nominating Sands as the beneficiary of the ICCM’s Metal Recycling Scheme. We would especially like to thank Altrincham Crematorium for donating £5142.65 and to the team at Breckland Crematorium for their amazing donation of £10,000. Daniel BrettSchneider, Director of Income & Engagement at Sands, said: “We are delighted by the wonderful support of your teams and communities across the ICCM network. Thanks to your ongoing commitment to Sands, we are able to continue working with and supporting anyone affected by the death of a baby, improve bereavement care and fund research to save babies’ lives. Right now, your support is more invaluable than ever as we adapt and accelerate delivery of our support services to families and NHS staff during uniquely harsh challenges.” Your donations are invested into Sands’ support services to benefit communities across the UK. Our work with each local Sands support group in your area ensures everyone has access to our free helpline and bereavement support resources. If you would like to nominate Sands as the beneficiary for your crematorium’s Metal Recycling Scheme, please contact Victoria Luk. Our thanks again to you and your teams for all that you are doing. Please do not hesitate to get in touch with Sands if you require further information or support with your fundraising. Email: Victoria.luk@sands.org.uk, Telephone: 0203 897 3470, Sands: www.sands.org.uk
