TCFV
6th International TCF Gathering
After the death of a child, the entire family structure can get out of balance: Mothers and fathers grieve in their own different ways, the siblings lose the sister, the brother - and often, at least temporarily, their parents as stable caregivers. How do the parents experience the situation at work?
How do the siblings live this situation at school? How do the doctors, psychologists, psychotherapists accompany family members, who are often traumatised?
Suicide Prevention Community Awareness Walk
Birrarung Marr Park (Upper Terrace) Batman Ave, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaWorld Suicide Day is on Saturday, September 10.
The Compassionate Friends Victoria, in conjunction with Lifeline and Support After Suicide are hosting a walk along the Yarra River to commemorate World Suicide Day. Anyone touched by suicide is welcome to join.
We want to end the secrecy and stigma that surrounds suicide.
Gathering 2016 – Building a new future together
The Foothills Conference Centre 48 Edinburgh Rd, Mooroolbark, VIC, AustraliaOur theme “Building A New Future – Together” reflects rebuilding our lives after the loss of our loved ones. Coming together with others who can truly understand your grief experience can be so helpful.
Offering the opportunity to experience the support of other bereaved family members who have an understanding of what you are going through. You may even make new friends.
The weekend allows time for grief sharing workshops and self-care activities, with plenty of free time to sit back, chat and enjoy the fresh air and lovely views.
Worldwide Candle Lighting Service
Online - Zoom eventJoin us for our Candle Lighting Service.
The Compassionate Friends Worldwide Candle Lighting unites family and friends around the globe in lighting candles for one hour to honour the memories of our sons, daughters, brothers and sisters.
Highlights: Poems and readings by bereaved parents and siblings, candle lighting including the reading of loved one's names, sharing time, hugs, tears and laughter.
Little Gem – The Australian Amateur Premiere
Mountview Theatre 56 Smith Street, Macedon, VIC, AustraliaThe Mount Players present The Australian Amateur Premiere of LITTLE GEM by Elaine Murphy.
One Irish Family, Three Generations of Women, One Extraordinary Year.
Topics Around Grief
via Zoom , AustraliaHave you ever wanted to discuss a particular aspect of grief?
Maybe you want to work out what’s happening to you?
Maybe you want to find out how others are dealing with that issue?
Commencing in March 2017, TOPICS AROUND GRIEF is a workshop series designed for all members of TCFV.
Suicide Awareness Walk – SPAN Inc
Dai Gum San Chinese Precinct 1-11 Bridge Street, Bendigo, VIC, AustraliaThe Bendigo Suicide Prevention Awareness Network walk on Sunday, March 19, allows people touched by suicide (and those who want to show support for them) to remember loved ones, friends, work or school mates and to raise more public awareness of the issue of suicide across the Central Victorian community.
*Please note: This is not a Compassionate Friends Victoria organised event. For any questions about the walk, please contact Alannah McGregor on 0408 541 082 or email alannah.m.15@gmail.com
The Compassionate Friends Walk 2 Remember
To be ConfirmedThe Compassionate Friends Walk 2 Remember is an opportunity to connect with other bereaved families and talk freely about your child, brother or sister in a safe, relaxed environment.
Trivia Night
Richmond Union Bowls Club 2 Gleadell St, Richmond, VIC, AustraliaJoin us for a night of testing your brain power, connecting with friends, bid on fantastic silent auction items and great prizes with 100% of proceeds going to support bereaved parents and siblings.
Insights on Grief – Tools for the Shepparton Community
FamilyCare 19 Welsford Street, Shepparton, VIC, AustraliaAre you wanting to improve your interactions with bereaved people?
Want to know what to say and how to care?
Interested in hearing people’s personal stories of loss and grief?