About The Moira Fund

Why The Moira Fund has been established

In the pain-filled weeks and months after Moira’s death her family became aware that they were coping because of their love for each other, the fantastic support of family and friends and becausethey could afford to make choices.

For a short time they were looked after in a relative’s home away from the scene of crime but within easy reach of the police. They felt protected in this haven where they could grieve in peace.

After many months they have each individually had a day or two away from home with friends. One or two very special people have by instinct, not by training, become effective counsellors.

While charities have provided some care and support, their funds are finite and restricted. The family became increasingly aware that many, finding themselves in similar circumstances, would not have the same resources they had available to them. They identified gaps in the help available, gaps which could mean further distress to those suffering grief as a result of violent death at the hands of another.

There are self support groups for the victims of murder and manslaughter but to attend one of those it would be necessary to travel to the nearest big city. Specialist bereavement counsellors do not appear to be readily accessible.

The family decided that it would be very fitting to set up a grant-making charity, The Moira Fund, so that those working with victims could identify and provide for some of the needs of those in distress which may not otherwise be addressed.

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