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Simon Says Child Bereavement Support

Charity supporting bereaved children and young people (to age 18) in the county of Hampshire.

23/06/2026

Meet Our Team.

Our Simon Says Team are responsible for implementing the work our charity does, and executing our core mission to support Hampshire children and young people who have a significant person in their life who has died or is dying.

They are a united and accomplished team led by our Chief Operating Officer, Chandra McGowan. Each go above and beyond in all that they do with dedication and compassion.

Thank you Chandra, Debs, Rhian, Rosie, Jo and Amanda for supporting children and young people to grow around their grief with hope in Hampshire.

Small Charity Week

[Image description: A sky blue background with headline text in the middle section that reads “Meet Our Simon Says Team.” The top section features three headshots arranged horizontally; Chandra McGowan our Chief Operating Officer, Debs Adams our Education Lead, and Rhian Sewell our Head of Fundraising. The end section also features three headshots arranged horizontally; Rosie Burt our Team Administrator, Jo Rich our Team Administrator and Amanda Hughes our Family Support Lead. The backgrounds of the headshots are outdoor settings with trees and foliage.]

22/06/2026

Simon Says. Small Charity. BIG Impact.

This Small Charity Week, we are proud to be part of a national celebration of the vital role small charities play in communities across the UK.

Although we are defined as a small charity, we make a big impact to the lives of bereaved children and young people living in Hampshire.

We give grief a voice, helping children and young people understand their feelings, supporting families to rebuild their lives, and guiding professionals to respond with confidence and compassion.

Please help us to continue our vital work:

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/simonsays25

Thank you. ♥️

Small Charity Week

[Image description: Photograph of children participating in an art activity at our Support Group. In the foreground, a young child is focused on a craft project. They are wearing a bright blue smock to protect their clothes. Standing to the side of the child is a Simon Says volunteer. They are looking down at the child, their expression is of gentle encouragement and supervision. The ‘Small Charity Week’ logo in the bottom left corner, is a bold geometric design with bright colors such as orange, yellow, green, cyan, blue, and purple. Below the graphic is text that reads “22-29 June.”]

21/06/2026

This Father’s Day, we are sending love to anyone who finds this day tough for whatever reason.

Whatever you are feeling today is valid. You are not alone in finding today a difficult day to navigate.

For bereavement support and guidance please visit our website. ❤️

[Image description: Graphic with a light beige pink background and a large, blurred pink heart shape. The heart has a soft focus. Within the heart is text that reads “sending you love today.”]

19/06/2026

Beth's story.

In this clip Beth talks about the support she received from Simon Says after her dad died.

We are sending our love to anyone who finds this weekend tough. Father's Day might feel different from one year to the next, and you can't predict how this weekend will go.

Whether you decide to recognise Father's Day or treat it as a normal day, do whatever works for you.

If you are supporting a grieving child or young person in the lead up to Father's Day and need help or guidance, please visit our website:

https://www.simonsays.org.uk/families/

❤️

[Image description: Closed caption video. Beth appears in a beach setting throughout. She is wearing a green hoodie, black running shorts and grey trainers. The sea is a vibrant turquoise with white waves crashing against the shore. In the background, a sandy beach and a town are visible. The sky is partly cloudy with some sunshine. Beth is filmed running along the beach, standing on wooden posts that extend into the sea and surveying the horizon, and sitting in a promenade shelter talking directly to the camera. The video ends with a montage of three photographs of a younger Beth with her dad. In the first they are out at sea fishing in a small boat. In the second they are sat together at the top of a coastal path with Beth’s young brother. The third is a close up of Beth sat on her dad’s lap, her arms wrapped around him. Both are smiling at the camera. They have the same kind and warm expression and mirror each other.]

18/06/2026

From Stefanie and all of us at Simon Says, thank you to everyone that supported our 25th Anniversary Charity Golf Day.

You raised an incredible £6,592.06! For context this equates to the funding we need to recruit and train 26 volunteers.

Thank you. ❤️

[Image description: Photograph montage of the highlights from our Simon Says 25th Anniversary Charity Golf Day. The background throughout is a vibrant blue with a large section of lush green grass in the lower right corner. Scattered across the blue background are several polaroid-style photos, each with a white border and a white icon of a golf flag and hole. The first three sections titled ‘The Teams,’ ‘Community’ and ‘Kindness’ contain photos of all of our teams of four players stood on the golf course. The fourth section titled ‘The Course’ contains photos of the teams playing golf, riding around in the golf buggy and photos of the course. The fifth section titled ‘The Awards’ contains photos of the prize giving, the table of raffle prizes and a close up of the trophies and medals. The final section titled ‘Amount Raised. Thank You’ reveals the sum ‘£6,592.06’ accompanied by two photographs. The first is of Stefanie and her crew of five helpers stood in the clubhouse and the second is a display of yellow and blue balloons surrounding two large silver number balloons, a 2 and a 5.”]

17/06/2026

Huge congratulations to our newest Simon Says Champion School, Harefield Primary School in Southampton.

Keri and Daisy, who have led the programme at the school, have developed long-lasting structures that will support grieving children and their families. They now have a comprehensive bereavement policy and procedures, staff training, and are soon to start their own bereavement group.

Keri notes:

"Becoming a Simon Says Champion School has had a significant and positive impact on our whole school community. The support, guidance and training provided by Simon Says have strengthened our confidence, knowledge and capacity to support bereaved children and their families with compassion and consistency.

One of the most impactful developments has been the creation of our Grief Box. The Grief Box is now accessible to all staff and offers comforting, practical tools that can be used immediately with children who may need support. This has helped ensure that our response to bereavement is consistent, thoughtful and child centred.

Our journey as a Champion School is already making a meaningful difference, and we are committed to continuing this important work."

Thank you Harefield Primary School for showing exemplary practice in supporting bereaved children in your school. You shine!

[Image description: Photograph of Daisy and Keri seated on a sofa holding their Simon Says Champion Certificate. Between them on the sofa is their Grief Box. Contents include bereavement story books and two worry eater rainbow coloured plush toys. Behind them is a green curtain with a willow tree pattern. Headline text below the photograph reads “Congratulations.” Below this is the circular school logo with a brown hare silhouette inside, surrounded by the words "Everyday," "Prepared," "Respectful," "Involved," and "Determined."]

16/06/2026

We are very grateful to one of our young people, who kindly shared their thoughts on Father’s Day. ❤️

[lmage description: A bright yellow background with a quote from a Service User that reads “For me, sometimes Father's Day can be just another day and sometimes it can be really difficult. It changes each year. Every Father's Day I celebrate my Dad by playing his favourite music. He loved Britpop.”]

14/06/2026

Nevermind the World Cup, this is the biggest football tournament this summer!

This weekend, Ryan, our Young People's Group Lead Volunteer will be playing for Team Reading alongside his amazing colleagues at the CGI in the UK Euros Charity Football Tournament to fundraise for Simon Says.

To date they have raised an incredible £5,900! This will allow us to provide Residential and Activity Days for our bereaved children and young people.

To donate please visit:

https://www.justgiving.com/team/cgi-reading-2026

Good Luck Team Reading!

[Image description: The image shows Team Reading posing for a photograph on a football field. The team is comprised of sixteen players wearing blue football jerseys with the "Simon Says" logo and "Euros" printed on them. The team is arranged in two rows, with some players kneeling in the front and others standing in the back, all facing the camera. They are positioned in front of a football goal with a net. The ground is a bright green artificial football turf. At the bottom of the image is text that reads "Team Reading. CGI Euros. 13 to 14 June 2026.” The overall colour palette is dominated by the blues of the jerseys.]

13/06/2026

A BIG thank you to our amazing fundraiser Janet Samways and all the residents at Collingwood House in Fareham.

Janet celebrated her 80th birthday recently and she decided to hold a cake sale in aid of Simon Says and another wonderful local charity, Charlie’s Beach Hut.
She raised £127 for each charity!

She is pictured here with her son, Steve and grandson, Daniel.

Thank you so much for your support and kindness Janet. We hope you had a wonderful day.

If you have been inspired by Janet to fundraise for our 25th Anniversary campaign, please visit:

https://www.simonsays.org.uk/simon-says-25th-anniversary/

[Image description: Photograph of Janet seated in a dark purple armchair. She is wearing a pink sash with "Birthday Girl" printed on it in glittery letters and a badge that says "80". She is smiling broadly at the camera. In each hand she is holding a string attached to a large golden number shaped balloon, an eight and a zero. Stood behind Janet, holding the balloons are Steve and Daniel. They are all in a communal area which has furniture including a green sofa, purple armchairs and a wooden cabinet. A table in front of Janet has a vase of red flowers on it. Text overlaying the photograph reads “Thank you Janet.”]

11/06/2026

What an amazing day!

We will be sharing plenty of photographs and updates from our 25th Anniversary Charity Golf Day.

For now, on behalf of Stefanie our incredible event founder and organiser, we would like to say a HUGE thank you to:

Our wonderful golfers. Thank you for joining us and making the day such a success.

Our sponsors, Life At Aztec, South Coast Port Services, and our headline sponsor Staplewood Construction.

Our tee sponsors Eight Financial Advice, Howdens and Sydenhams & Premier Chauffeurs.

Stefanie’s event crew, Our Head of Fundraising Rhian, Nina, Vicky, Kelly and Mia.

Simon Says Co Founder and Advisor, Victoria, who delivered a speech to our guests.

To Ellie and her team at Dibden Golf Centre by Mytime Active for their hospitality.

To every single individual and company who donated a prize to our raffle.

Collectively you made this event a great success and your support ensures we are here for bereaved children and young people when they need us the most.

Thank you. ❤️

Simon Says Fundraising Page

[Image description: Photograph of Stefanie, Rhian, Nina, Vicky, Kelly and Mia standing in two rows in front of a table covered with our light blue branded Simon Says tablecloth. On and surrounding the table are various items, including gift baskets, hampers and bottles. The team are all wearing Simon Says branded light blue polo shirts. All are smiling at the camera. In the background is white and silver bunting and there is a mirror on the wall.]

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Opening Hours

Monday	09:00 - 15:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 15:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 15:00

Telephone

+441794323934

Website

http://www.simonsays.org.uk/, https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/simonsays25

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