Dana Carnegie

Bereaved Parent / Peer Companion

1) Describe briefly how you got involved with Empty Arms.

I met Carol McMurrich in 2006 when a mutual friend connected us following the stillbirth of my daughter, Pearl. I had absolutely no idea how to proceed in grief or in life after such a shocking and profound loss but Carol appeared, and helped guide me along the way. I remain forever grateful.

2) What makes you most proud of the work we do/What do you like most about Empty Arms?

3) Share a passion in your life and/or work outside of EABS.

I serve as the communications manager for the Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts and have a talent for media and public relations, and a passion for advocacy work on behalf of girls and women and the environment. I am a member of my town’s Democratic Committee; I serve on the board of The Communicators Club of Worcester, and I volunteer with Valley Eye Radio.