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September 22, 2025
Shopping centre to host event to remember those who have died by suicide
The charity event aims to bring people together to remember those who have died by suicide.
Local shopping centre, The Grand Arcade, will transform into a space of remembrance and support this Saturday as it hosts a special event dedicated to remembering individuals lost to suicide. Organised by a local charity dedicated to suicide prevention and mental health support, the event aims to provide a safe and comforting environment for the community to come together, share memories, and find solace in shared experiences.
The event, scheduled to run from 10 am to 4 pm, promises a day of quiet reflection and connection. Organisers have planned a series of activities designed to foster healing and remembrance. A central memorial display will feature candles and spaces for attendees to write messages of remembrance to their loved ones. These messages will be collected and respectfully displayed throughout the day, creating a powerful visual representation of the lives touched by suicide.
Beyond the memorial, the event will offer opportunities for informal support and conversation. Trained volunteers from the charity will be present throughout the day, offering a listening ear and providing information about local mental health resources. The aim is to break down the stigma surrounding suicide and encourage open dialogue about mental health challenges.
"It's crucial that we create spaces where people feel comfortable talking about suicide and mental health," said a spokesperson for the charity. "This event is about remembering those we've lost, but it's also about offering hope and support to those who are struggling and letting them know they are not alone."
The Grand Arcade management has expressed its full support for the event, providing the space free of charge and assisting with logistical arrangements. They see it as an important opportunity to contribute to the well-being of the local community.
Attendees can expect a respectful and sensitive atmosphere. The event is free to attend, and all are welcome, regardless of whether they have personally experienced loss to suicide. The organisers hope that by bringing people together, the event will not only honour the memory of those who have died but also strengthen the community's commitment to suicide prevention and mental health support. It is a chance to remember, reflect, and find strength in unity.
The event, scheduled to run from 10 am to 4 pm, promises a day of quiet reflection and connection. Organisers have planned a series of activities designed to foster healing and remembrance. A central memorial display will feature candles and spaces for attendees to write messages of remembrance to their loved ones. These messages will be collected and respectfully displayed throughout the day, creating a powerful visual representation of the lives touched by suicide.
Beyond the memorial, the event will offer opportunities for informal support and conversation. Trained volunteers from the charity will be present throughout the day, offering a listening ear and providing information about local mental health resources. The aim is to break down the stigma surrounding suicide and encourage open dialogue about mental health challenges.
"It's crucial that we create spaces where people feel comfortable talking about suicide and mental health," said a spokesperson for the charity. "This event is about remembering those we've lost, but it's also about offering hope and support to those who are struggling and letting them know they are not alone."
The Grand Arcade management has expressed its full support for the event, providing the space free of charge and assisting with logistical arrangements. They see it as an important opportunity to contribute to the well-being of the local community.
Attendees can expect a respectful and sensitive atmosphere. The event is free to attend, and all are welcome, regardless of whether they have personally experienced loss to suicide. The organisers hope that by bringing people together, the event will not only honour the memory of those who have died but also strengthen the community's commitment to suicide prevention and mental health support. It is a chance to remember, reflect, and find strength in unity.
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