St Faiths Crematorium donates £10,000 to the Coroners’ Courts Support Service for volunteer training and raising inquest awareness.
She used to volunteer at a court. She thought the Coroner’s Court would offer similar help, but everyone seemed lost. A stressed officer tried to help. They all went into the inquest together.
The inquest before David’s was sad. It involved a young man’s suicide. This was hard for people to hear, and then it was David’s turn in the inquest process.
David’s mom and best friend testified. His friend was in the car too and had lasting injuries from it. The coroner was kind and went quickly through the case.
Afterward, everyone grieved deeply. She was the only one that could help. She had tissues but no water. It was a very bad moment for all.
She then felt something needed to change. That day, she decided to act and started the Coroners’ Courts Support Service. This is now known as CCSS.
Roey founded the CCSS in 2003. It helps families after a loved one dies when they face an inquest process. Now, they don’t have to do it alone.
Roey received an award in 2013. It recognized her worthy work. Now, CCSS gives support at inquests, offering both emotional and practical aid.
The CCSS is an independent charity needing donations and grants. St Faith’s Crematorium donated £10,000 to train volunteers and to raise awareness too.
The crematorium uses a metal recycling program with the Association of Private Crematoria. With consent, metals from cremation are recycled, and the money goes to charity.
Debbie Leah visited the CCSS team and saw their vital work firsthand. Grief is overwhelming, and inquests make it more isolating. Volunteers offer comfort and give support.
A CCSS volunteer asked for £200 for tea and biscuits for families. The crematorium gave much more. Families who recycle metal help a lot and support charities even while upset.
The donation will help CCSS expand the training. Even more families will get support during hard times.