The Gianna Centre was founded in 2004 and named by one of our founding members. This member was passionate about caring for individuals and families who had fallen on difficult times and who simply needed a hand to get back on their feet. Like Gianna Beretta Molla (see more information below), she had a particular empathy for young mums – particularly those facing an unplanned pregnancy or raising children on their own. Gianna surrounded her clients with genuine respect, support, and encouragement.
Sadly, The Gianna Centre permanently closed in June 2023.
We have provided a pdf resource pack (1.66 MB) for other local organisations that may be able to assist you.
We wish you well.
Gianna Beretta Molla (1922-1962) was a wife, mother, and doctor. Born in Magenta, Italy. An active member of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, Gianna earned degrees in medicine and surgery from the University of Pavia and opened a clinic in Mesero.
In 1955, she married Pietro Molla. She and Peter had three children, Pierlluigi, Maria Zita and Laura.
Early in the pregnancy for her fourth child, doctors discovered that Gianna had both a child and a tumor in her uterus. With great faith and courage, Gianna made a choice that enabled her child to be born. She allowed the surgeons to remove the tumor but not to perform the complete hysterectomy that they recommended, which would have killed her child. Seven months later, Gianna Emanuela was born. The following week Gianna died in Monza of complications from childbirth. She is buried in Mesero. Gianna's daughter Gianna Emanuela has gone on to become a physician herself and continues the legacy of her mother.
Our Annual Report
The Gianna Centres Annual Report provides an overview of our activities during each 12-month period (July-June). This includes details of our services and programs activities, evaluation, and financial report for that period.
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