In observance of National Infant Mortality Awareness Month, The Family Tree Healthy Start Program and the Community Action Team of the Acadiana Fetal and Infant Mortality Review initiative are hosting a memorial event to recognize the tragedy of infant and child loss, to honor families and caregivers that have been touched by such, and to raise awareness about this issue in our community.

Guest speakers will make brief comments representing the interests of public health and the personal experience of grieving families.

WHEN:

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

10am to 11am

WHERE:

The Memorial Site at Rotary Point

West Bayou Parkway

Lafayette, LA

WHY:

Louisiana’s infant mortality rate continues to be among the highest in the nation. The incidence of preterm birth is also a significant problem, as it is the leading cause of infant death.

The Memorial site at Rotary Point in Lafayette offers families and caregivers a beautiful and quiet setting to visit for consolation. Visitors can come to this statue site anytime on any day. A community memorial event will take place at the memorial site each September in order to raise awareness of infant and child mortality in our region and state.

All are welcome to attend this annual Memorial Event to remember and honor Acadiana's lost babies and children.

 
Email for more info: Joan Conway, FIMR Regional Coordinator
Location: The Memorial Site at Rotary Point