VIMHS
Vancouver Island Mental Health Society
Victoria residents remember brothers, start new group for people grieving loss of siblings
Victoria residents remember brothers, start new group for people grieving loss of siblings
Victoria residents remember brothers, start new group for people grieving loss of siblings
Saturday 18th January 2025
Stephanie Harrington and Amanda Farrell Lowe discuss sibling grief and their new support group for those who have lost siblings to drug poisoning.
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Episode Overview
- The unique nature of sibling grief and its complexities.
- The formation of a new Healing Hearts support group in Victoria.
- The importance of having a dedicated space for siblings to grieve.
- Challenges faced by those grieving a sibling due to drug poisoning.
- The need for compassionate, evidence-based policies on substance use.
Siblings, they kind of straddle this space between, you know, they’re family, but they’re also friends, or maybe they’re kind of frenemies.
Stephanie Harrington and Amanda Farrell Lowe share their heartfelt stories about losing their brothers to drug poisoning and the unique grief that comes with it. In this episode of People First Radio, they discuss their journey of starting a new Healing Hearts support group in Victoria specifically for those who have lost siblings to substance use-related harms. Stephanie and Amanda dive into the complexities of sibling relationships and the different ways people experience grief.
They emphasise the importance of having a dedicated space where siblings can openly share their feelings without fear of overshadowing their parents' grief. The episode also touches on the broader societal issues related to the toxic drug crisis and the need for compassionate, evidence-based policies. Stephanie and Amanda's candid conversation provides valuable insights into the challenges and support systems available for those grieving a sibling's loss.
If you've ever felt the unique pain of losing a sibling or want to understand more about this type of grief, this episode is a must-listen.