TCFV
Topics Around Grief – Exploring Grief & Spirituality
2 Kendall Street Canterbury 2 Kendall Street, Canterbury, VIC, AustraliaA platform for TCFV members to discuss Spirituality, and other Transpersonal themes and experiences, in an openly validating and supportive way. The forums focus on continuing bonds and connection, rather than specifically on loss.
Suicide Walk – 8 September 2024
Flagstaff Gardens 309-311 William St, West Melbourne, Vic, AustraliaMelbourne ‘Suicide Awareness Community Walk’ on World Suicide Prevention Day, also known as Out of the Shadows. If you wish to please register and fill out your loved one's name if you wish them to be included on the Memorial Roll. This event is a collaboration between Support After Suicide, The Compassionate Friends Victoria and... Read more »
ONLINE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
Online Zoom eventThis welcoming and friendly online environment provides monthly virtual-based peer support to bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents.
Sibling Connections Pub Night
Box Hill RSL 26/28 Nelson Rd, Box Hill VIC 3128, VIC, AustraliaWe would like to invite all siblings to our Siblings Connections Pub Night
A time to just connect with other siblings in a safe social setting.
Express Yourself Through Art at TCFV Centre
The Compassionate Friends Victoria 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, AustraliaExpress Yourself Through Art classes use the creative process of arts making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of individuals.
Bereaved Grandparents Morning Tea
The Compassionate Friends Victoria 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, AustraliaWe would like to invite all of our Bereaved Grandparents along to a Morning Tea.
Gentle Connections Pizza Night
The Compassionate Friends Victoria 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, AustraliaThe Compassionate Friends Victoria invite you to join us at our Gentle Connections social get together, specifically tailored for the newly bereaved. If you have been bereaved within the last 2 years, we welcome you to come along and meet with other bereaved families in a safe, relaxed and supportive environment. Gentle Connections supports a... Read more »
ONLINE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
Online Zoom eventThis welcoming and friendly online environment provides monthly virtual-based peer support to bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents.
ONLINE Express Yourself Through Art, with Lauren Foster
Please note: these sessions of TCF Victoria's 'ONLINE Express Yourself Through Art' are also available to TCF members in other states of Australia. Express Yourself Through Art classes use the creative process of arts making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of individuals. Lauren Foster – a professional art therapist and bereaved mother of Rex – runs “Express Yourself Through Art” online for bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents who are members of TCFV.
Walking Through Grief
A monthly self-care event. Light exercise and a walk along safe tracks in Canterbury. An opportunity to mix with bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents. Please bring hat, sunscreen and a water bottle. We meet at 9am at TCFV Centre, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury.
TCFV Annual General Meeting Sunday, 6th October 2024 at 2.00 pm
The Compassionate Friends Victoria Centre 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, AustraliaNotice of Annual General Meeting Sunday, 6 October 2024 at 2.00 pm 229 Canterbury Rd, Canterbury 3126 (Melways 46 E11) Dear Members, You are cordially invited to attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of The Compassionate Friends Victoria. Date: Sunday, 6 October 2024 Time: 2:00 PM Venue: 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury Online Venue: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81855514144 (Meeting ID: 818 5551 4144)... Read more »
Long time Bereaved Morning Tea – October 2024
The Compassionate Friends Victoria 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, AustraliaWe would like to invite all our long-time bereaved members to Morning Tea on Wednesday 9 October 2024.
CULTURE CLUB (formerly “Book Club”)
Four Beans Cafe and Roasting House 22 High Street, Northcote, Victoria, AustraliaAll TCFV members are very welcome to CULTURE CLUB - parents, siblings, and grandparents - although as this is a social group we do recommend that members are two years along in their grief journey.
Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival
MCG MCG, Melbourne, Vic, AustraliaNIKE MELBOURNE MARATHON FESTIVAL – SUNDAY 13 OCTOBER 2024 Events 7:00am – Nike Melbourne Marathon SOLD OUT. 7:55am – Nike Wheelchair Marathon SOLD OUT. 8:00am – Nike Half Marathon SOLD OUT 7:30am - Sri Lankan Airlines 10km Run SOLD OUT 11.15am - 5km Run 11.45am – 2.5km Walk The Start Line is on Batman Avenue,... Read more »
Grieving Together – Grief Retreat
Springvale Botanical Cemetery Princes Highway, Springvale, VIC, AustraliaRegistrations are now closed. “Hosted in partnership with The Compassionate Friends of Victoria (TCFV) and Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust (SMCT). Please join us for our Grief Retreat. Our theme “Grieving Together” embodies the importance of reshaping our lives and processing our grief in a supportive and understanding environment. Friday evening to Sunday afternoon, 18... Read more »
Dia de los Muertos 2024
The Compassionate Friends Victoria Centre 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, AustraliaJoin us for Día de los Muertos, part of a Mexican festival for family and friends to come together to celebrate and honour the lives of their deceased loved ones.
Bring a photo of your child, sibling or grandchild to pin up on a garland, a plate of their favourite food or snack and share the stories about your loved one that make you smile.
Walking Through Grief
A monthly self-care event. Light exercise and a walk along safe tracks in Canterbury. An opportunity to mix with bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents. Please bring hat, sunscreen and a water bottle. We meet at 9am at TCFV Centre, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury.
ONLINE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
Online Zoom eventThis welcoming and friendly online environment provides monthly virtual-based peer support to bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents.
ONLINE Express Yourself Through Art, with Lauren Foster
Please note: these sessions of TCF Victoria's 'ONLINE Express Yourself Through Art' are also available to TCF members in other states of Australia. Express Yourself Through Art classes use the creative process of arts making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of individuals. Lauren Foster – a professional art therapist and bereaved mother of Rex – runs “Express Yourself Through Art” online for bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents who are members of TCFV.
Women Coming Together – Oak’s Day Drinks
The Compassionate Friends Victoria Centre 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, AustraliaThursday 7th November – Women Coming Together – Oak’s Day Drinks Time: 6.30pm to 9.30pm At: 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury Cost: $20.00 per person Supper: Includes Prosecco, cheese boards and hot canapes. There is the opportunity to wear your favourite race day hat or fascinator if you would like to. We will have lucky door... Read more »
Men’s Space Pub Night
Box Hill Golf Club Station Street, Box Hill South, VIC, AustraliaWe would like to invite all men to our Men's Space Pub Night This event is open to all our bereaved fathers, brothers and grandfathers. Please come along to and join us and chat with other bereaved men in a relaxed, welcoming environment. This night supports a sense of mateship and wellbeing, while offering the... Read more »
SPAR10 Community Fundraiser
South Oakleigh Bowls Club North Road, Oakleigh South, VIC, AustraliaSPAR10: An event to celebrate and make a difference in the community. Date – Sat, 16th November Venue – South Oakleigh Bowls CLUB Time – 7pm welcome, 8pm Live Band – The Flares – High energy, fun-loving cover band playing the best and coolest songs from the 60’s to now. Cost: $55 per person including entertainment, hot and cold... Read more »