The Compassionate Friends Victoria

Virtual Walk to Remember
2020-05-08 - 2020-05-10
Due to the Coronavirus situation we are currently living in extremely difficult circumstances and as such we were not able to hold our normal Walk To Remember earlier in the year.
Instead, we have decided to hold a Virtual Walk to Remember over the Mother’s Day weekend of 8th to 10th May.
Over this weekend we invite you to put on your W2R T-shirts (for those of you that have them), go out for a walk in a local park, around the block, or wherever you are able, you may also like to carry a photo of your loved one, wear their favourite colour or carry something that was special to them.
**Please remember while you are out walking to make sure you social distancing yourself from other members of the public. 1.5 meters away from others**
You will be able to access the TCF Virtual Walk To Remember Event on our FB page, https://www.facebook.com/events/182751376098931/ on this page. You will also be able to invite family and friends to join you on your virtual walk.
Post on the page to let us know you are going to take part in the walk. After the walk, we invite you to post photos on the Event page to share your walk with everyone. We look forward to seeing everyone’s photos!
You can even add a fundraiser for TCFV too if you would like, it is easy to do!

Just click on the fifth icon, the coin with a heart, then type in The Compassionate Friends Vic and we will come up, click on it and you have added a fundraiser to your walk.
Family and friends can also be invited to donate in memory of your loved one.
We hope that you and maybe your family and friends are able to join us over the Mother’s Day weekend for our Virtual W2R.

Differences & Commonalities in Grief (Topics Around Grief Workshop)
2020-05-23 14:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Online, Australia
In this online discussion workshop, we look at the great amount we have in common and the huge range of differences between us. Where does it intersect with other types of grief? What can make us less likely/more likely to connect with others who have a different set of grief experiences?
The classes can be accessed via an app on your computer, phone or tablet. The classes are conducted using Zoom Meetings video conferencing with online chat.
Maximum attendance is 10 people.
You need to register by filling out the filling out the fields below. (When you register, we will send you a confirmation email, which includes instructions on how to join the Zoom classes.)
IMPORTANT NOTE: Topics Around Grief sessions are different from TCFV support group meetings, focussing on a particular topic, rather than “where we are at in our grief”. If you are new to TCFV and the experience of discussing your grief, we highly recommend you first contact our 24/7 telephone support-line – 9888 4944 / 1300 064 068 – as Topics Around Grief sessions have a singular focus and cannot meet all needs.
The Facilitator: ANDREW WEATHERHEAD is the bereaved father of MAX and bereaved brother of CAROLINE. He served as TCFV President from 2015 to 2019, has helped drive the organisation’s community education program, and has facilitated a broad range of information sessions for TCFV.

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At present, they are only available to TCF members.
If you'd like to know more please give us a call on 1300 064 068. DateNumber of People*

How has COVID-19 Coloured Our Grief? (A 'Topics Around Grief' Workshop)
2020-06-20 14:30 - 16:00 | Online, Australia
A discussion workshop in which we explore as a group how COVID-19 has coloured our existing grief for our children, siblings and grandchildren. This workshop is conducted using Zoom Meetings video conferencing.
When you register, we will send you a confirmation email, which includes instructions on how to join the Zoom classes.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Topics Around Grief sessions are different from TCFV support group meetings, focussing on a particular topic, rather than “where we are at in our grief”. If you are new to TCFV and the experience of discussing your grief, we highly recommend you first contact our 24/7 telephone support-line – 9888 4944 / 1300 064 068 – as Topics Around Grief sessions have a singular focus and cannot meet all needs.
The Facilitator: ANDREW WEATHERHEAD is the bereaved father of MAX and bereaved brother of CAROLINE. He served as TCFV President from 2016 to 2019, has helped drive the organisation’s community education program, and has facilitated a broad range of information sessions for TCFV.

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At present, they are only available to TCF members.
If you'd like to know more please give us a call on 1300 064 068. DateNumber of People*

Parent Grief / Sibling Grief: Similarities and Differences
2020-08-22 14:30 - 16:00 | Online, Australia
In this “Topics Around Grief” discussion workshop, the facilitators will draw upon their own bereavement experiences to open group discussion on where parent and sibling grief are similar, where parental grief and sibling grief are unique from one another, and how parents and siblings can support one another.
The workshop will be a great opportunity for all attending to share thoughts and experiences on the subject, as well as extend our knowledge, gain new insights, and even find some comfort and opportunities for growth.
The facilitator is JAN McNESS, bereaved mother of Jeremy and bereaved sister of Mike. She is the author of THE THIRTEENTH NIGHT and PAINT MY FACE BLACK.

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THINKING ABOUT TERMINOLOGY Discussion Workshop Copy
2020-10-17 14:30 - 16:00 | Online, Australia
We invite you to join and contribute to this Topics Around Grief workshop. Here, we will identify and discuss the terminology commonly used to describe experiences of grief and bereavement (e.g. normal grief, complicated / uncomplicated grief, passed away, completed suicide, etc.). What do we think of the terms that we hear? Which terminology do we feel particularly captures and properly represents our experiences of grief? Are there some we feel would benefit from review? Are there some that are definitely not ok with you?

The Facilitator: ANDREW WEATHERHEAD is the bereaved father of MAX and bereaved brother of CAROLINE. He served as TCFV President from 2016 to 2019, has helped drive the organisation’s community education program, and has facilitated a broad range of information sessions for TCFV.

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At present, they are only available to TCF members.
If you'd like to know more please give us a call on 1300 064 068. DateNumber of People*

THINKING ABOUT TERMINOLOGY Discussion Workshop
2020-10-17 14:30 - 16:00 | Online, Australia
We invite you to join and contribute to this Topics Around Grief workshop. Here, we will identify and discuss the terminology commonly used to describe experiences of grief and bereavement (e.g. normal grief, complicated / uncomplicated grief, passed away, completed suicide, etc.). What do we think of the terms that we hear? Which terminology do we feel particularly captures and properly represents our experiences of grief? Are there some we feel would benefit from review? Are there some that are definitely not ok with you?

The Facilitator: ANDREW WEATHERHEAD is the bereaved father of MAX and bereaved brother of CAROLINE. He served as TCFV President from 2016 to 2019, has helped drive the organisation’s community education program, and has facilitated a broad range of information sessions for TCFV.

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Thank you for your interest in the Online Art Therapy session.
At present, they are only available to TCF members.
If you'd like to know more please give us a call on 1300 064 068. DateNumber of People*

What Does Ideal Support Look Like? A DISCUSSION WORKSHOP
2020-11-14 14:30 - 16:00 | Online, Australia
We invite you to join and contribute to this Topics Around Grief workshop where we will identify valuable forms of grief support we have received from friends, family, professionals, and colleagues.

The Facilitator: ANDREW WEATHERHEAD is the bereaved father of MAX and bereaved brother of CAROLINE. He served as TCFV President from 2016 to 2019, has helped drive the organisation’s community education program, and has facilitated a broad range of information sessions for TCFV.

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Thank you for your interest in the Online Art Therapy session.
At present, they are only available to TCF members.
If you'd like to know more please give us a call on 1300 064 068. DateNumber of People*

Coping with the Festive Season and Anniversaries
2020-12-12 14:30 - 16:00
As we approach the festive season, anxiety and sadness is often felt. In this discussion workshop, we will reflect upon how we have coped with Christmas and other big anniversaries in the past and how we might cope in this season. We will learn from others and how they have coped and we may find new strategies that appeal to us.
The Facilitator: ANDREW WEATHERHEAD was the President of TCFV. He is the bereaved father of MAX and bereaved brother of CAROLINE.
Feel welcome to arrive any time after 2pm to settle in, have a coffee and chat. We will commence the session at 2:30pm sharp.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Topics Around Grief sessions are different from TCFV support group meetings, focussing on a particular topic, rather than “where we are at in our grief”. If you are new to TCFV and the experience of discussing your grief, we highly recommend you first attend group meetings for a period of time, as Topics Around Grief sessions have a singular focus and cannot meet all needs.
For group meeting details, please feel welcome to call us on 9888 4944 / 1300 064 068

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At present, they are only available to TCF members.
If you'd like to know more please give us a call on 1300 064 068. DateNumber of People*

Worldwide Candle Lighting Service 2020
2020-12-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Online Zoom event
Join us for our first online Candle Lighting Service.
Worldwide Candle Lighting Service, is the largest mass candle lighting on the globe to honour the memories of our children, siblings and grandchildren.
Even though we can’t get together in person this year, we can still remember our loved ones in a special online Candlelight memorial.
Highlights: Guest speaker, poems and readings, candle lighting including the reading of names, slideshow of photos, sharing time, virtual hugs, tears and laughter.
Slideshow: Please provide a photo of your child, sibling or grandchild in the registration form below.
As this is an online event, bookings are essential. Please RSVP by Friday, December 4 to ensure your child/sibling/grandchild’s photo is included in the memorial slideshow. Any questions please email sheryls@tcfv.org.au
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Getting Over it? (A 'Topics Around Grief' Discussion Workshop)
2021-02-27 11:00 - 12:30
We invite your participation in a discussion which looks at how we manage in a culture that tends to classifies grief in finite terms (e.g. 3 days compassionate leave, expectations that grief has closure). Plus, how we feel cultural expectations tally with our lived experience of grief.
This session will be held online via Zoom. We email the Zoom link to you 2-3 days prior to the session.
The Facilitator: ANDREW WEATHERHEAD served as President of TCFV from 2016 to 2019, and has been a central driver in TCFV’s community education program. He is the bereaved father of MAX and bereaved brother of CAROLINE.
Please join any time after 10:50am to settle in. We will then commence the session at 11am.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Topics Around Grief sessions are different from TCFV support group meetings, focussing on a particular topic. If you are new to TCFV and the experience of discussing your grief, we highly recommend you first attend group meetings for a period of time, as Topics Around Grief sessions have a singular focus and cannot meet all needs.For group meeting details, please feel welcome to call us on 9888 4944 / 1300 064 068

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Thank you for your interest in the Online Art Therapy session.
At present, they are only available to TCF members.
If you'd like to know more please give us a call on 1300 064 068. DateNumber of People*

Express Yourself Through Art AT TCFV CENTRE
2021-03-15 19:00 - 21:00, 2021-08-16 19:00 - 21:00 | The Compassionate Friends Victoria Centre, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, 3126, Australia
Service for all members
Express your feelings via art
No skills required! No judgements made!
Fun and learning to be had by all

What does it involve?
Using the creative process of arts making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional well-being of individuals.
Our classes are based on the belief that the creative process involved in artistic self-expression helps people to resolve conflicts and problems, develop interpersonal skills, manage behaviour, reduce stress, increase self-esteem and self-awareness, to achieve insight.
The “Express Yourself through Art” class will enable participants to express feelings and thoughts that they may not be able to articulate, want to speak about or share. This is in a completely safe and non-judging environment.
Held on the 3rd Monday of the month. 7pm to 9pm.
It is also a great way to get to know others, be part of a community environment and have a bit of fun!!

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The Power of Words (An Online 'Topics Around Grief' Discussion Workshop)
2021-04-10 02:30 - 16:00
“Words have the power to transform one’s day from happy to sad or vice versa…”
Please join us in a relaxed and welcoming environment to reflect upon times when the words of others have (words, a sentence, a story, or an act) left us feeling hurt, even devastated … or, alternately, deeply grateful. Bereavement is a time when the power of words can seem especially strong.
We will carefully explore what it was about the words, the sentence, the context in which it was said, etc. that had its power in helping or hindering. Perhaps it wasn’t the words themselves, but the tone, that made the difference.
Unlike the famous saying, our words and the words of others can hurt, but equally they can enliven and enrich.
This session will be held online via Zoom. We email the Zoom link to you 2-3 days prior to the session.
Please join any time after 2:20pm to settle in. We will then commence the session at 2:30pm.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Topics Around Grief sessions are different from TCFV support group meetings, focussing on a particular topic. If you are new to TCFV and the experience of discussing your grief, we highly recommend you first attend group meetings for a period of time, as Topics Around Grief sessions have a singular focus and cannot meet all needs.For group meeting details, please feel welcome to call us on 9888 4944 / 1300 064 068

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If you'd like to know more please give us a call on 1300 064 068. DateNumber of People*

Online Support Group for Regional Suicide-Bereaved (15 April Meeting)
2021-04-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Online, Australia
This welcoming and friendly online environment provides bi-monthly – Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct, Dec – peer support to regional Victoria-based suicide-bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents. An opportunity for us to speak openly – in an environment of peers – about our grief, bereavement-related challenges we are facing, our lost loved ones, and where we find meaning or comfort.
Places are limited and you can register to attend below. Please be aware, too, other venue-based support options can be found here and online art therapy here.
And please always use our telephone support line to speak with another bereaved parent, sibling or grandparent: 1300 064 068.
To register, please start with the check-box below…

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Express Yourself Through Art AT TCFV CENTRE
2021-04-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2021-06-21 19:00 - 21:00 | The Compassionate Friends Victoria Centre, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, 3126, Australia
Service for all members
Express your feelings via art
No skills required! No judgements made!
Fun and learning to be had by all

What does it involve?
Using the creative process of arts making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional well-being of individuals.
Our classes are based on the belief that the creative process involved in artistic self-expression helps people to resolve conflicts and problems, develop interpersonal skills, manage behaviour, reduce stress, increase self-esteem and self-awareness, to achieve insight.
The “Express Yourself through Art” class will enable participants to express feelings and thoughts that they may not be able to articulate, want to speak about or share. This is in a completely safe and non-judging environment.
Held on the 3rd Monday of the month. 7pm to 9pm.
It is also a great way to get to know others, be part of a community environment and have a bit of fun!!

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High Tea 2021
2021-05-05 11:00 - 15:00 | Bass Care, 2 Rochester Road, Canterbury, VIC, 3126, Australia
We would like to invite all Grandmothers and Mothers to High Tea

This is a hard time of year for all bereaved mothers and grandmothers, so come along and enjoy lunch with others who have experienced the same loss, but who would love to have a chat.
It is a special afternoon filled with cakes, sandwiches, scones and a warm welcome. Registrations are now closed.

Bereavement Stress and Family Estrangement: Easing a Difficult Journey through Narrative Therapy
2021-05-15 02:30 - 16:30 | via Zoom, Australia
The impact of bereavement can create such stress that it can lead to estrangement from family members and friends. This session explores a therapeutic approach called Narrative Therapy, in particular its tools such as letter writing or “storying” an event. These tools can be especially healing when people have experienced estrangement, and this session will demonstrate why.
The Facilitator: Barbara Kessel is a Retired Family Therapist and Grief and Loss Counsellor. She is a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers. She has been a member of TCFV for twenty-nine years and is bereaved of three adult sons.

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If you'd like to know more please give us a call on 1300 064 068. DateNumber of People*

Express Yourself Through Art AT TCFV CENTRE
2021-05-17 19:00 - 21:00 | The Compassionate Friends Victoria Centre, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, 3126, Australia
Service for all members
Express your feelings via art
No skills required! No judgements made!
Fun and learning to be had by all

What does it involve?
Using the creative process of arts making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional well-being of individuals.
Our classes are based on the belief that the creative process involved in artistic self-expression helps people to resolve conflicts and problems, develop interpersonal skills, manage behaviour, reduce stress, increase self-esteem and self-awareness, to achieve insight.
The “Express Yourself through Art” class will enable participants to express feelings and thoughts that they may not be able to articulate, want to speak about or share. This is in a completely safe and non-judging environment.
Held on the 3rd Monday of the month. 7pm to 9pm.
It is also a great way to get to know others, be part of a community environment and have a bit of fun!!

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ONLINE SUPPORT GROUP for Regional Victorians bereaved through suicide of a child, sibling or grandchild (17 June)
2021-06-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Online, Australia
This welcoming and friendly online envrionment provides bi-monthly – Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct, Dec – peer support to regionally-based suicide bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents. (Feb, April, June, August, October, December). An opportunity for us to speak openly – in an environment of peers – about our grief, bereavement-related challenges we are facing, our lost loved ones, and where we find meaning or comfort.
Places are limited and you can register to attend below. Please be aware, too, other venue-based support options can be found here and online art therapy here.
And please always use our telephone support line to speak with another bereaved parent, sibling or grandparent: 1300 064 068.
To register, please start with the check-box below…

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ONLINE SUPPORT GROUP for Regional Victorians bereaved through suicide of a child, sibling or grandchild (19 Aug)
2021-08-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Online, Australia
This welcoming and friendly online envrionment provides bi-monthly – Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct, Dec – peer support to regionally-based suicide bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents. (Feb, April, June, August, October, December). An opportunity for us to speak openly – in an environment of peers – about our grief, bereavement-related challenges we are facing, our lost loved ones, and where we find meaning or comfort.
Places are limited and you can register to attend below. Please be aware, too, other venue-based support options can be found here and online art therapy here.
And please always use our telephone support line to speak with another bereaved parent, sibling or grandparent: 1300 064 068.
To register, please start with the check-box below…

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Self-Care During COVID-19
2021-09-01 19:00 - 20:30 | Online – Zoom event
We would like to invite you to take part in our welcoming and supportive online discussion. In this session, we will explore self-care strategies and how we can support ourselves and each other during difficult times.

Self-Care & Lockdown - Online Session

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Annual General Meeting 2021
2021-09-19 14:00 - 17:00 | via Zoom, Australia
Notice of Annual General Meeting
Sunday, 19th September 2021 at 2.00 pm (online registration is below)
The AGM is an opportunity to connect with other members and to be updated with what is happening within the organisation. All members and their families are welcome!
The Rhys Harmer Award will be presented and we hope to have a guest speaker.
Reports will be accepted at the meeting and in the event that there are vacant board positions, an election will take place.
Board member nomination forms are available from the Centre for any member who is interested in being on the Board of Management*.
For further information please email: tcfceo@compassionatefriendsvictoria.org.au or contact the office on: 9888 4034.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87977424323 (Meeting ID:879 7742 4323)
Please note this is not a grief sharing event.
Lisa Gelbart,
Secretary.
*Nominations close 3 pm, 27th August, 2021.

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ONLINE SUPPORT GROUP for Regional Victorians bereaved through suicide of a child, sibling or grandchild (28 Oct)
2021-10-28 19:00 - 20:30 | Online, Australia
Please note: these meetings are usually held the 3rd Thursday evening bi-monthly. For October, the meeting will be held on the 4th Thursday.

This welcoming and friendly online environment provides bi-monthly – Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct, Dec – peer support to regionally-based suicide bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents. (Feb, April, June, August, October, December). An opportunity for us to speak openly – in an environment of peers – about our grief, bereavement-related challenges we are facing, our lost loved ones, and where we find meaning or comfort.
Places are limited and you can register to attend below. Please be aware, too, other venue-based support options can be found here and online art therapy here.
And please always use our telephone support line to speak with another bereaved parent, sibling or grandparent: 1300 064 068.
To register, please start with the check-box below…

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Dia de los Muertos 2021 (Due to COVID restrictions this will be a Zoom event)
2021-10-29 19:00 - 20:30 | via Zoom, Australia
Originating in Mexico, Día de los Muertos is a ritual dating back 3000 years. It is a two-day festival for family and friends to come together to honour and celebrate the lives of their loved ones who have passed away. Their belief is that at midnight on October 31, the spirits of loved ones can come down to enjoy the festivities that are prepared especially for them.
One of the biggest traditions of the festival is creating an offering of the favourite foods of their loved ones. The key purpose of this custom is a reminder of good memories and to show their loved ones that they are not forgotten.
This social evening viz Zoom is a chance for us to come together and share stories about our loved ones, the stories that made us laugh, the things that drove us crazy and everything in between.
It is a chance to celebrate the things that made each of them special, with people who truly understand the joy in being able to talk about our children, our brothers and sisters and our grandchildren.
Have a photo that can be shared on screen.
Think of a plate of food to talk about that is the one thing you think of when you think of your child’s, sibling’s or grandchild’s favourite food.
Last year, we had such a variety of food including sushi, lemon meringue tarts, pizza, chips, cookies and cream ice-cream just to list a few!
All family and friends welcome! Please register your attendance by completing the form below: a Zoom link will be sent to you before the event:

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Watercolour Workshop - “Flowers” with Chris Hermans
2021-12-04 09:30 - 15:00 | The Compassionate Friends Victoria Centre, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, 3126, Australia
We are very lucky to have Chris Hermans to facilitate a watercolour workshop for us this year. Chris is a very talented artist who has previously facilitated many greatly appreciated watercolour workshops. Watercolour is unique in that it creates it’s own picture, with only a little bit of help from the ‘artist’ within us all. This workshop is entitled ’Flowers’. Please note: (1) there are limited places for this workshop; (2) you need to be fully vaccinated to attend a TCFV event/group. Many thanks for your assistance.
9.30am for a 10am start. Finishes at 3pm.
TCFV Centre, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury
REGISTRATION

Watercolour Workshop

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Thank you for your interest in this online support group.
At present, it is only available to TCF members.
If you'd like to know more, please give us a call on 1300 064 068. Name*Phone*Email*

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Long time Bereaved Morning Tea
2021-12-09 10:00 - 12:00 | The Compassionate Friends Victoria Centre, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, 3126, Australia
We would like to invite all our long time bereaved members to Morning Tea with Jo Knoll and Judy Dowling
This is open to anyone the would like to come but it is more for those who don’t go to support group any more and would like to catch up with other long time members and volunteers who they may have not seen in awhile.
(Long time bereaved is 15 plus years)
RSPV: By Mon 6th December
As per Department of Health requirements, please note the necessity to be fully vaccinated to attend.

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Long time Bereaved Morning Tea
2022-03-09 10:00 - 12:00 | The Compassionate Friends Victoria Centre, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, 3126, Australia
We would like to invite all our long time bereaved members to Morning Tea with Jo Knoll and Judy Dowling
This is open to anyone the would like to come but it is more for those who don’t go to support group any more and would like to catch up with other long time members and volunteers who they may have not seen in awhile.
(Long time bereaved is 15 plus years)
RSPV: By Friday 9th March

Bereaved Grandparents Morning Tea

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ONLINE Express Yourself Through Art, with Lauren Foster
2022-03-23 13:30
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 the bereaved mother of Rex – runs “Express Yourself Through Art” online for bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents who are members of TCFV.
The classes enable participants to express feelings and thoughts that they may not be able to articulate, want to speak about or share. This is in a completely safe and non-judging environment. Just bring along your own art materials to the session (pen and paper, for instance, would be fine). It’s the opportunity to express that is important.
The classes can be accessed via an app on your computer, phone or tablet. The classes are conducted using Zoom Meetings video conferencing.
Please note: maximum class size is eight people.
You need to register by filling out the filling out the fields below. (When you register, we will send you a confirmation email, which includes instructions on how to join the Zoom classes.)

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If this is your first session of TCFV online art therapy, could you please provide us with:1. The name of your child/children, sibling/s, grandchild/grandchildren who died?
2. The date in which they died?
Thank you for this. This helps us guide the session towards participants' needs. Thank you for your interest in the Online Art Therapy session.
At present, they are only available to TCF members.
If you'd like to know more please give us a call on 1300 064 068. Please contact your state office to set up a membership. See https://tcfa.org.au/ for contact details.

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High Tea 2022
2022-05-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Bass Care, 2 Rochester Road, Canterbury, VIC, 3126, Australia
We would like to invite all Mothers and Grandmothers to a High Tea Luncheon

This is a hard time of year for all bereaved mothers and grandmothers, so come along and enjoy lunch with others who have experienced the same loss, but who would love to have a chat.
It is a special afternoon filled with cakes, sandwiches, scones and a warm welcome. Registrations are now closed.
