Wave of Light: Perinatal Loss event scheduled for Oct. 15 at Northwest Health hospitals
10/14/2020
Willow Creek Women’s Hospital (WCWH) and Northwest Medical Center-Bentonville will be participating in the Wave of Light in observance of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance day on Oct. 15. Each year, this international event brings individuals and organizations together at 7 p.m. to illuminate the night in remembrance and to support the grieving families.
At Willow Creek Women’s Hospital everyone is invited to join staff at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 15 for a socially-distanced event at the helipad outside of the hospital. Once participants have arrived, candles will be lit at 7 p.m. to join in the Wave of Light.
On the Northwest Medical Center-Bentonville campus, the public and staff are invited to gather at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 15 in front of the hospital for a socially-distanced observance.
Candles will be provided at both events.
“Every year we take this opportunity to recognize the families that have suffered such a grievous loss,” said Christine Picarelli WCWH Director of Women’s Services. “As healthcare providers, we want to show our support for those who are taking this difficult journey and let them know we are here for them even after they have left our hospital.”
The Wave of Light starts at 7 p.m. at the International Date Line on Christmas Island and goes around the globe with candles, buildings, landmarks and monuments illuminated. This creates a continuous chain of light that spans and illuminates the globe for a 24-hour period.
“Although this year’s observance will be a little different because of COVID precautions, we encourage anyone who would like to participate to join in the Wave of Light whether that’s at Willow Creek Women’s Hospital or if it’s at home,” Picarelli said. “For those unable to join us in person or those who would prefer to participate from home, simply light your candle at 7 p.m. and keep it illuminated for one hour.”
Those who would like to participate in person should adhere to social-distancing protocols and wear a mask.
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