Ysbyty Gwynedd has opened a new family room for bereaved parents, thanks to the charity 2 Wish Upon A Star.

Hospital staff at the hospital’s emergency department have worked in partnership with the charity to open the room.

Rhian Mannings MBE founded the charity in 2012 after the sudden loss of her one-year-old son George.

Rhian and her husband Paul found that there was little to no support available, and unable to cope with the loss, five days later, Paul took his own life.

The charity has been working with all three acute hospitals within Betsi Cadwaladr Health Board for a number of years to create a service which offers support to those who need it.

Rhian recently visited Ysbyty Gwynedd to officially open the new relatives’ room.

She said: “We are delighted that Ysbyty Gwynedd now has a suitable space for families and staff to sit in a quiet and private space away from the hustle and bustle of the busy emergency unit.

“Families facing difficult times need to be able to sit together in non-clinical surroundings with access to the loved one that has passed away.

“The room has been donated by 2 Wish as we feel it’s crucial that a space like this is available in every hospital where families may face loss and heartache.

“We look forward to continuing our relationship with the very special staff at Ysbyty Gwynedd to develop our partnership further.”

For more information on the charity visit: www.2wishuponastar.org

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