As part of our ongoing efforts to support individuals and families facing the indescribable pain of losing a child, Home Hospice Association has just launched the Eric Elliott Memorial Scholarship Fund. Developed in close collaboration with the Elliott family of Florence, Ontario (near Sarnia), this fund aims to increase access to comprehensive infant & pregnancy loss support in memory of little Eric, who tragically lost his life in a drowning accident at just 15 months old.
Eric's story has touched our HHA community deeply and highlighted the critical need for adequately trained professionals capable of providing the kind of compassionate, non-medicalized support that grieving families, like the Elliotts, desperately need. Since initiating our Infant & Pregnancy Loss Support training in 2015, we have been committed to developing a comprehensive educational program that addresses the nuanced needs of those experiencing such losses. The Eric Elliott Memorial Scholarship will enable even more dedicated professionals to access this vital training.
Last month, we were incredibly grateful by the early response to our scholarship initiative when we shared about the development of the fund. The support from the Lambton County community was especially moving, reflecting a shared commitment both to the Elliott family and this cause.
The Eric Elliott Memorial Scholarship is already accepting applications on a rolling basis. We are committed to a transparent and thoughtful selection process to ensure that the resources provided by this fund are used to maximize the benefit to communities across Canada.
For those interested in supporting this initiative, donations can be made to the Eric Elliott Memorial Scholarship Fund here. Each contribution helps continue Eric's legacy in providing guidance and understanding to those navigating the loss of an infant or pregnancy.
With this fund, we honour Eric’s memory and take concrete steps towards building compassionate care capacities in our communities. We are beyond grateful to the Elliott family for collaborating with HHA on this project, and sincerely appreciate your support for the fund, including helping us to spread the word.
Please visit our Eric Elliott Memorial Scholarship Fund page to learn more.