40 tcf.org.uk Throughout the weekend, there were self-care opportunities, including a workshop focussing on sleep, stretching, gentle movement and yoga sessions, mindful colouring and writing workshops. Many volunteers appreciated the chance to participate in these more active sessions, commenting “Really good to have a physical activity as a break from interacting and talking”; “(I was) unsure about the writing, but it was fantastic… Brilliant way to let the pain and grief surface in a safe and well-held setting.”; The wake up and stretch was absolutely amazing”; “Mindful colouring was probably my favourite session as it was relaxed and intimate”. Sessions also included role based workshops where volunteers supporting one-to-one or in a group environment could come together to share and discuss best practice. One volunteer told us “Useful to talk to others and nice to feel that TCF are interested in our thoughts, views and perspectives and focused on improving the services and our experience of volunteering”. A volunteer group facilitator shared “I found this really, really useful. The chance to listen to others sharing their experiences within their own support groups and the challenges they have faced was so helpful”. Thank you to all those volunteers who attended and contributed to the success of the event. We will be holding a similar supportive retreat for TCF volunteers on 5-6 March 2026 at The Ammerdown Centre, near Bath. TCF NEWS | SUPPORTIVE EVENTS Supportive Weekend Retreat for Bereaved Parents When: Saturday 5 Sept-7 Sept Where: Ammerdown Centre, near Bath, BA3 5SW tcf.org.uk/ammerdownsept2025 Northumberland Support Day for Bereaved Parents When: Saturday 20 September Where: Riding Mill Parish Hall, Riding Mill tcf.org.uk/northumberland2025 Glasgow Support Day for Bereaved Parents When: Saturday 4 October Where: Glasgow Westerwood Hotel tcf.org.uk/glasgow2025 Bereaved Fathers Support Day When: Saturday 18 October Where: Armourers' Hall, London tcf.org.uk/dadsday2025 To find out more about retreats and support days in 2025 go to tcf.org.uk/events 2025 – Forthcoming Retreats & Support Days
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