Amber NT support Territorians through the unimaginable loss of a child for any reason, from conception to 18. This includes miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal death, illness, suicide and accident. Navigating the world with the loss of a child is challenging in many ways and the ripple affect through the community is significant. We are here to support everyone, no matter what your relationship is to the child.
The support we offer is non-clinical and free. We are here to listen, support, remember, create memories, educate and advocate. Amber NT also visit workplaces to provide training on how to support others.
Amber NT provide support to anyone who has experienced the loss of a child from conception to 18 years of age. This includes people who know or work with someone who has lost a child.
We support parents, families and friends, relatives, healthcare workers and first responders.
Our mission at Amber NT is to give you support at any stage of your grief journey.
Amber NT Support Officers are mobile have a range of flexible meeting options. You can come into our office at Harry's Place in Tiwi, or we can meet you anywhere in the Darwin and Palmerston area. We can meet you at a cafe, at the hospital or anywhere else that is comfortable and convenient for you.
Everyone's experiences of grief are different. It's important to do what feels right for you and to remember that there is no right and wrong in grief.
Do your best to eat well, get enough rest and see your doctor as needed.
Don't try to do everything on your own or without help. There will be people around you who care and want to support you in any way they can, so be open to accepting help and ask for help when you need it.
You have every right to grieve in whatever way is best for you. Your feelings are valid - it's okay to be angry, laugh, cry or find moments of joy. Your grief is your own and no one else's.
Take one day at a time. Grief is a journey and sometimes focusing on small tasks can help with healing.
Amber NT offer bereavement support for anyone who has experienced the loss of a child.
It can be hard to know how to support someone who has experienced the loss of a child. Often people worry about saying the wrong thing and aren't sure how to reach out.
Some things that may help:
Stay in contact via text, email, phone or letters. Let the bereaved person know you are there for them and give them opportunities to open up if they want to.
One of the best things you can do is to listen and show compassion to the bereaved person. Let them talk and express their grief in whatever way they need.
Offer to cook a meal, mow the lawn or help out with other housework, such as cleaning or washing.
Keep in mind that not everyone will want support in this way, and that should be respected.
If someone you know has lost a child, it's good to be aware of significant dates such as birthdays or Christmas. These can be particularly hard, so reach out and give extra support during these times.
Amber NT provide grief training to anyone that comes in contact with parents, families and communities impacted by the loss of a child.
You will learn strategies that can help you support someone who is experiencing grief, and understand how to communicate with distressed families and communities.
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