A free community barbecue lunch will be held in Echuca on October 14 by the R U OK? Conversation Convoy to promote mental health awareness and support.
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A free community barbecue lunch will be held in Echuca, hosted by the R U OK? Conversation Convoy.
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As part of the conversation convoy national tour to promote mental health awareness and support, the lunch will be held in Echuca from 11am to 2pm on Tuesday, October 14, at Hopwood Gardens.
The event aims to bring community members together while providing resources and guidance on supporting friends, family and colleagues through difficult times.
“The R U OK? Conversation Convoy is a chance for people to come together, have a chat and learn how to look after themselves and those around them,” R U OK? Conversation Convoy manager Billy Cheeseman said.
“We want to help people understand the important role they can play in checking in with friends, family and colleagues any day of the year.”
The family-friendly event will feature games such as chess, jenga and cornhole, alongside free mental health resources.
Local service provider Headspace will be in attendance, with organisers welcoming other local services to participate.
“We’ll be chatting with locals, listening to their stories and sharing free resources and tips to help equip people to provide practical support to their friends, family and colleagues through life’s ups and downs,” Mr Cheeseman said.
The event aims to bring people together, provide resources and offer guidance on supporting friends, family and colleagues during tough times.
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This marks the convoy’s first visit to Echuca, as organisers aim to reach more regional and remote communities across Australia.
Research shows that nine in 10 people feel grateful and supported when someone asks if they’re okay.
“You never truly know what someone may be going through. Many people face difficult times but don’t always show it, or reach out to ask for help,” Mr Cheeseman said.
“Asking ‘R U OK?’ and genuinely listening to them can make a huge difference.”
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