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Widow Support TT Founded in 2011 by Soraya Nanan — Widow, Attorney, Motivational Speaker & Single Mother. Widow Support TT, through the experiences of its founder Ms.

Widow Support TT empowers widows across T&T to heal, rebuild & rise through support, advocacy & sisterhood💜 Widow Support TT (formerly the Lincoln Nanan Foundation) is a community for widows founded by Soraya Nanan-widow, lawyer, single mother, friend & speaker. It is a sisterhood of widows who are supportive, non-judgemental, understanding, caring, thoughtful & compassionate. We provide a safe haven where persons in grief can speak openly about their grief. Soraya Nanan, has recognised the need to have proper support systems in place on the loss of a husband. It is for this reason that the Widow Support TT’s primary goal is to offer support, advice and enrichment to the lives of widows. Despite our focus we recognise the importance of raising awareness on leukaemia in tandem with our support work. In the long term, we hope to advocate for greater focus on bone marrow transplants in Trinidad and Tobago. In a glance, Widow Support TT aims to:

1. Offer complete support – emotional, mental, and financial to widows in an attempt to enrich their lives.

2. Offer grief counselling to children who have lost a parent .

3. Establish a Widow’s Fund to assist women, financially, emotionally and otherwise, who need support after experiencing the death of their husband.

4. Network with relevant local and international organisations and professionals to ensure that widows have the support they need.

5. Source funds from donations and grants. In the long term, Widow Support TT aims to:

1. Set up a bone marrow transplant donor list for persons who are diagnosed with leukaemia and need to get a donor for a bone marrow transplant.

2. Educate persons on leukaemia and its treatment.

3. Financially assist persons of any age group who need life saving treatment, surgery or otherwise.


“Let us lend support for others going through this journey, which is very real and raw to us. No man is an island.” – Ms. Soraya Nanan

💙 Some memories are precious, but that doesn't mean revisiting them is always easy.For those who have lost a loved one, ...
18/10/2026

💙 Some memories are precious, but that doesn't mean revisiting them is always easy.

For those who have lost a loved one, remembering can bring a mixture of emotions. Sometimes a story brings a smile; other times, it reminds us of a loss that still hurts. There may be memories we share freely and others we keep tucked safely in our hearts because they are simply too painful to revisit.

And that is okay. ❤️

We don't have to tell every story or explain every feeling. We can remember in our own way, in our own time. Whether we speak their names, look through old photographs or quietly hold on to the moments that meant the most, our love for them remains.

May we give ourselves permission to remember without pressure, to feel without judgment, and to honour the people who shaped our lives in whatever way feels right for us.

🦋 WSTT — We Heal and Grieve Together. 💙

When we experience the death of someone we love, we come face to face with just how short and unpredictable life can be....
17/10/2026

When we experience the death of someone we love, we come face to face with just how short and unpredictable life can be. We realise that tomorrow is never promised, and the moments we once assumed we would have may never come.

As widows and widowers, many of us learn to hold on a little tighter to the moments we are given. We celebrate the birthdays, take the trips, make the memories, say the words, and cherish the people who are still here. Not because we have stopped grieving, but because we understand, in a way we never did before, how precious time really is.

We know that life is too short to keep putting happiness on hold. We carry our loved ones in our hearts, honour the lives we shared with them, and try to embrace the life that is still ours to live.

Tomorrow is not promised. So, when joy finds us, we allow ourselves to feel it. When an opportunity comes, we consider it. And when we have a moment worth remembering, we try not to let it pass us by. 💙🦋

We Heal and Grieve Together.

💙 Remembering someone we love can be both beautiful and painful. 🦋Sometimes, a story comes to mind and we smile. Other t...
16/10/2026

💙 Remembering someone we love can be both beautiful and painful. 🦋

Sometimes, a story comes to mind and we smile. Other times, that same memory brings tears because we are reminded of how much we miss the person who made it special.

For those who have lost a loved one, talking about them is not always easy. Saying their name, looking at a photograph or sharing a memory can bring back feelings we thought we had managed to put aside. And sometimes, silence feels safer than opening a door to emotions that are difficult to contain.

And that is okay. ❤️

There is no obligation to tell your story before you are ready. You can honour someone privately, hold their memories close to your heart, or share them when it feels right. You do not have to relive your pain to prove how deeply you loved them.

Perhaps, in time, a memory that once brought only tears may also bring a smile. Perhaps some memories will always be tender. There is room for both.

The goal is not to stop missing them, but to find a way to carry their memories that feels right for you.

So, be gentle with yourself. Remember in your own way, at your own pace. And whenever you choose to speak about the person you lost, may you be met with understanding, patience and love.

💙 WSTT — We Heal and Grieve Together. 🦋

💙 THURSDAY THOUGHTS THE LIFE WE DIDN’T PLAN FORThere is a version of ourselves we remember — the person we were when our...
15/10/2026

💙 THURSDAY THOUGHTS
THE LIFE WE DIDN’T PLAN FOR

There is a version of ourselves we remember — the person we were when our loved one was still here. The plans we made, the future we pictured, the little things we took for granted because we believed we had more time.

Then life changed, and so much of what we knew changed with it.

As widows and widowers, we have had to discover things about ourselves we never expected to learn. Some of us have found courage we never knew we possessed. Some have discovered new interests, pursued dreams put on hold, or taken on responsibilities we never imagined carrying alone.

And perhaps one of the most surprising things is realising that we can still want things for ourselves. We can have ambitions, make plans, laugh until our stomachs hurt, fall in love with life again and look forward to what tomorrow might bring.

Our future did not disappear when our loved one died. It changed.

We are allowed to honour the life we shared while embracing the life that is still ours to live. We do not have to choose between remembering yesterday and making something meaningful of today.

This Thursday, let that be your reminder: there is still room for you in your own story. Not just the person who experienced loss, but the person you are becoming.

And that person deserves a future filled with possibilities. 💙

Widow Support TT (WSTT)
We Heal and Grieve Together.

💙🦋 Some bonds are so deeply woven into our lives that even goodbye cannot erase them.For those who have lost a loved one...
15/10/2026

💙🦋 Some bonds are so deeply woven into our lives that even goodbye cannot erase them.

For those who have lost a loved one, carrying their memory forward can become one of the most meaningful ways of keeping their love alive. It is found in the values they taught us, the memories we hold close, the kindness we extend to others and the courage to keep embracing life, even when it looks different from what we once imagined.

We can honour them by pursuing our dreams, welcoming new experiences and allowing ourselves to find happiness again. We can speak their names, share their stories and carry the best parts of them into the lives we continue to build.

And when happiness finds its way back into our hearts, we can embrace it without guilt. Choosing to live fully does not mean leaving our loved ones behind. It means recognising that their love remains a part of who we are, even as life continues to unfold. ❤️

We cannot change the goodbye, but we can choose how we carry the love forward. May we continue to find reasons to smile, the courage to pursue what matters to us and the strength to live a life that honours the love we have known.

💙 WSTT — We Heal and Grieve Together🦋

There is a part of grief that people rarely talk about — what happens when everybody else goes home.The funeral is over....
13/10/2026

There is a part of grief that people rarely talk about — what happens when everybody else goes home.

The funeral is over. The flowers begin to fade. The calls become less frequent. And suddenly, you are faced with a reality that no amount of preparation could have made easier: life must continue, but the person you shared it with is no longer here.

It is in the everyday moments that this reality often speaks the loudest. The things you can no longer share, the decisions you now make alone, and the experiences you wish your loved one could have been here to witness.

Grief is not only about missing someone. It is also about missing the life you had together and the future you thought you would share.

And perhaps that is why certain losses stay with us so deeply. We are not simply remembering a person; we are learning to live in a life that looks different because they are no longer physically part of it.

💙 Today’s reminder is simple: the end of the funeral is not the end of the loss. For many, it is the beginning of learning how to carry that loss into everyday life.

One of the hardest parts of grief is learning to live in a world that looks the same, but feels so different because som...
12/10/2026

One of the hardest parts of grief is learning to live in a world that looks the same, but feels so different because someone you love is no longer here.

The home is still there. The familiar places remain. Life continues, and the world keeps moving, but there is an emptiness that words cannot always explain. Sometimes, it is the smallest things that bring the biggest wave of sadness — a familiar chair, a favourite song, a shared memory or a moment when you instinctively want to reach for the person who is no longer beside you. 💔

To all our widows and widowers, and to the angel moms in our WSTT family, please remember that there is no right or wrong way to grieve. Some days will feel lighter, and on others, the missing may feel almost unbearable. You can laugh and still miss your loved one deeply. You can find happiness again and still wish they were here to share it.

Healing does not mean forgetting, and moving forward does not mean leaving your loved one behind.❤️

As a community, may we continue to give one another grace, patience and understanding. A kind message, a listening ear or simply checking in can make a difference when someone is struggling quietly.

No one should have to pretend to be okay when they are not. Here at WSTT, we are reminded that while every grief journey is personal, no one has to walk it alone.

May we continue to hold space for the tears, cherish the memories and welcome the moments of joy whenever they come. Because, as we often remind one another, grief is constant, but joy comes in waves.🌊💙

Sending love, comfort and gentle hugs to everyone who needs them today. 🫂🦋

WSTT — We Heal and Grieve Together.💙

Some days, grief feels a little quieter, and we can go about our day with a smile. Then, out of nowhere, a memory, a son...
11/10/2026

Some days, grief feels a little quieter, and we can go about our day with a smile. Then, out of nowhere, a memory, a song, or a special moment reminds us of the person we love and miss so dearly. And just like that, we feel their absence all over again.

The truth is, we never really stop missing them. We miss them in the little everyday moments, in the laughter we wish we could share, at family gatherings, during celebrations, and at the milestones we wish they were here to witness. And yes, even on our good days, when life gives us a reason to smile, there can still be a little ache in our hearts because they are not here to share it with us. 💔

And that is okay ❤️. We don't have to hide our tears, explain our sadness, or feel guilty for finding happiness again. We can laugh and still miss them. We can enjoy life and still wish they were here. Both feelings can live in our hearts at the same time.

So, if today is a difficult day for you, please be gentle with yourself. If you are having a good day, allow yourself to enjoy it without guilt. There is no right or wrong way to grieve, and there is no timetable for healing.

We may be walking this journey with different stories, but we share a love that doesn't end when a life does. Let's continue to hold space for one another, check in on each other, and remind each other that none of us has to carry this pain alone.

Sending each of you a warm hug this morning. If you need to cry, cry. If you need to talk, we're here. And if all you can do today is take one breath at a time, let that be enough🫂💙

We remember. We love. We grieve. And we keep going, together🦋

10/10/2026

💚 World Mental Health Day – October 10th🦋

Thank you, Terri Ann, for sharing this beautiful and timely reminder with us. 💚

To our WSTT family, please remember that it is okay not to be okay. Grief can affect our emotional and mental well-being in ways that others may not always see. Be gentle with yourselves, give yourselves permission to rest, and remember that you do not have to be strong every single day.

You are worthy of love, support and happiness. You matter, and you do not have to face every difficult moment alone. 💚🦋

Today, let us turn these words into action. 💜
Reach out to a WSTT sister or brother, check in on someone who has been quiet, offer a listening ear, or simply send a message to let someone know they are not forgotten. Sometimes, a small act of kindness can make a greater difference than we realise.

If you are struggling, please do not feel that you have to suffer in silence. Reach out to someone you trust, speak to a fellow WSTT member, or seek professional support when you need it. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness; it is an act of courage. And if someone opens up to you, listen with compassion, without judgment or pressure to make their pain disappear.

Let us make WSTT a community where we do more than say we care — let us show it through our words, our actions and the way we stand beside one another. No one should have to navigate grief or emotional struggles feeling unseen, unheard or alone. 💚

Check in. Listen. Reach out. Be present. You never know how much your kindness may mean to someone.

💜 We heal and grieve together.

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