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International Day of Friendship

During July, Sands is celebrating friends. In recognition of International Day of Friendship, we're offering you a unique graphic to send to your nearest and dearest to recognise them for the incredible role they've played on your grief journey.
Community Playdate

Join in fun games and activities with other bereaved siblings from the Red Nose and Sands communities.
Community coffee - weekday

Join us online for an informal chat with other members of the Sands community.
Community Coffee - weekend

Join us online for an informal chat with other members of the Sands community.

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Sands welcomes new leave provisions for stillbirth and newborn death

Sands welcome the federal government’s announcement that parents dealing with stillbirths and infant deaths will soon have access to 12 months unpaid parental leave under legislation flagged for later this year.
Miscarriage

Helping you understand the complex range of emotions you may experience during fertility treatment or after miscarriage or early pregnancy loss
Remembering Betty Birch

The members of the Sands Older Loss Group are sad to share the news that our long-term friend Betty Birch has passed away aged 96.
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Walks to Remember across Australia

Our sincere thanks for your support of our Walks to Remember, Wave of Light and Community events around Australia this October.
New funding for a national stillbirth awareness public health campaign

Sands Australia welcomes the Federal Government’s announcement today that they have awarded significant new funding to launch a national stillbirth awareness campaign.
Face to Face Group Support

With the spread of the Covid-19 virus and our commitment to prioritising the safety of all bereaved parents, volunteers and staff within the Sands community, please note all of our face-to-face group meetings are currently taking place online until further notice.
Sands is a volunteer-based organisation providing individualised care from one bereaved parent to another, giving them support and hope for the future, following the death of a baby.
24/7 phone support
Stillbirth and newborn death

Support after the death of a baby through stillbirth or newborn death

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World Kindness Day

COVID-19 Support Appeal

Help Sands support bereaved parents during COVID-19 text HOPE to 0400 858 858 Read more