Feedback from Previous Support Days:
Thankyou Kathy, Sharon and Diane for running today’s group. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. What you are doing is unique and is needed. Please continue doing the groups. Thank you for sharing your experiences and the participants too.
I feel so much lighter than I did this morning. It’s OK not to be PERFECT. It’s OK not to do the things others expect of us.
Thank you again, B
This was a lovely day and I feel better knowing that even though I feel alone sometimes I am definitely not. Also the tightrope example that Diane gave has given me something to work on.
- Lovely day with lovely people
- Felt as comfortable as could possibly be.
- Can’t wait for the next one.
- Very much appreciated.
Thank you Diane, Kathy & Sharon, A
Great session. Learnt a lot. Would love to return again. Realised much about myself that I didn’t know was deep inside still.
Thank you all very much.
Love, D
Loved it all. Everyone’s journey was inspiring and the tools to move on.
Thank you ALL.
G
- Small group size was great – didn’t feel overwhelming, very comforting
- Subjects covered were helpful
- Great venue. And nice to bring a plate – felt more homely
- Liked the format of the day
- Great suggestions for how to celebrate your pet.
Anonymous
Thank you so much!
- small, safe gathering
- we’re not alone
- I would like a meeting like this every 3-4 months
Thank you!!!
K
Reason: to gain closure & acceptance.
Most benefitted from: journaling & friendship.
Would return to another event.
V
Reason: I lost two fur babies within five months. I wanted to make a change emotionally.
Most benefitted from: Learning that this grief I feel is normal.
I love the day. The space is perfect.
Would return to another event.
Thank you for a wonderful experience. I feel that I have a bit of closure. It’s time to let them rest.
K
Reason: losing I and wanting to process my grief. To learn some tools to help with this.
Most benefitted from: open & friendly, safe environment to share. Content & personal experiences shared by Kathy & Di. Listening & sharing with everyone here.
Everything was perfect. Thank you <3
Would return to another event.
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“Reason you came: I lost my cat Oscar around 6-8 weeks ago. My neighbour invited me as her experience with the past pet loss support days have really helped her.
Most benefit from: listening to everyones stories and learning I wasn’t alone, especially with the guilt.
It was a lovely experience. Thank you, lovely to meet you. You’re doing a really thoughtful, kind thing.” – P
“Reason you came: To connect with people who feel the same.
Most benefit from: reminder to go through grieving and not stay in grief. Memorialise our beautiful animals. Hearing others experiences + not being alone.
Thank you so much” - K
“Reason you came: recent loss of my cat Mia.
Most benefit from: grieving is a process. Not to blame yourself. Fear of judgement for grieving/being sad.
Keep encouraging. Continue the support group. Thank you for offering the service.” – M
“Reason you came: Lost my GSP 4 months ago.
Most benefit from: being in a room with other people who understood our loss. Chance to talk & honour their life.
Thank you for providing this space for this.” – A
“Reason you came today: to help me move forward through the grief process & become more accepting instead of blame + guilt for Zala.
Most benefit from: Brainstorming the current feelings that everyone is coping with.
Have them (future events) continue so that people get the help they need.” - C
“Reason you came: to accompany P and to be apart of the support day.
Most benefit from: Everything. The programme was sp good. I loved the drawing session.
I have enjoyed every session I have attended. Thank you again!” – B
"Reason you came: to allow myself to grieve in a safe space where I didn't feel judged.
Most benefit from: Different coping methods (journalling, photo books etc), Yin & Yang (light & dark).
Recommendation: Opportunity for people to attend before 'end of life' & seminars for pet professionals on how to help clients.
Thank you so much" - T
"Reason you came: to reflect and talk about the recent loss of my cat.
Most benefit from: tips for moving forward and writing a letter exercise to a loved pet
Recommendation: Keep up the service as it's a safe and resourceful place to express and feel valued" - M
"Reason you came: struggling with the loss of Felix and others in my life.
Most benefit from: moving forward stategies and talking with Diane and hearing everyones stories.
It has been great for me to come here and talk to everyone. I feel less alone with what I am going through." - Kylie
"Reason you came: to continue the grieving process for Zala.
Most benefit from: the goodbye letter to give a chance to express current feelings.
Recommendation: Keep doing the same to help people cope and know they are supported" - Christine