What we do
Think of us as a hand to hold.
An understanding, accompanied by a friendly smile and warm voice.
We are a safe space that says, “I understand”, “You are not alone” and “We are here”.
We offer two different branches of family support at Reuben’s Retreat.
Every story is different and we offer both practical and emotional support and promise to walk side by side with a family on their journey.
This includes delivering a bespoke and tailor-made support package for each family and guidance to help them navigate their journey.
Our offering is wide and varied as every family is unique, but here are some examples of the family support services we provide:
Support for families of complexly
poorly children:
– Helping families to make the most of their time together by organising family fun sessions, allowing them to make magical memories in an accessible and safe space
– Listening to a family’s fears and anxieties via counselling and family support workers
– Peer support groups helping to connect parents and giving them a chance to sit with others who share a similar experience
– A range of wellbeing and holistic activities to help parents relax and recharge
– Practical advice for navigating the world of social welfare
Support for families of child loss:
– Listening to a parent’s and sibling’s thoughts and feelings via counselling and family support workers
– Peer support groups, walks and activities connecting parents, giving them a chance to talk to others on a similar journey
– Bereavement support packages and resources including books and memory making
– A range of healing wellbeing and holistic activities to help parents navigate their loss
– Practical advice for navigating the world of social welfare
– Short restorative breaks in our on-site cottage apartment