Hello, my name is Bree. I am a mother to three amazing boys. Sadly, my eldest son Patryk passed away after a long battle with mental illness on 10/02/2023.
It breaks my heart to acknowledge that suicide is the leading cause of death among adolescents aged 14-25. What's even more heartbreaking is that adolescents with disabilities are at an even higher risk of taking their own lives. The obstacles they face, such as limited access to services, long wait times, and financial barriers often prevent them from getting the help they so desperately need. We must do everything in our power to break down these barriers and ensure that all individuals, regardless of their ability have the support and resources they need to thrive. Lives are at stake, and we cannot afford to let anyone else slip through the cracks.
On the 23rd of June, we will be hosting an event offering baked goods to share with the community and facilitating discussions on mental health awareness. The event will also feature a silent auction and raffles. There will also be craft stations, face painting, Lawn Bowls I invite you to join us in supporting this cause, spreading awareness, and celebrating my son on what would have been his 18th Birthday.
My Cause Gift Fund for Different Journeys Autism and Headspace Knox
Funds donated to the My Cause Gift Fund will be disbursed to Different Journeys Autism. The trustees will always disburse funds to the nominated cause, however in the case that that is not possible, the funds will be disbursed to a DGR charity at the trustees discretion.
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About Fundraiser
Briohny Lawson
HEATHMONT, VIC
Fri, 12 Jul 2024
Lo Stark
$ 250
Wed, 10 Jul 2024
Louise Berthelsen
$ 150
Bree, What a worthy cause.All my best wishes to youm
Wed, 10 Jul 2024
Anonymous
$ 50
Fri, 5 Jul 2024
Fiona York
$ 50
Thu, 4 Jul 2024
Anonymous
$ 20
Thu, 4 Jul 2024
Libby Heath
$ 20
Mon, 1 Jul 2024
Tim Lawson
$ 200
Fri, 28 Jun 2024
Eva Cutts
$ 30
Tue, 25 Jun 2024
Saki Elwes
$ 100
I admire your strength, Bree. No one should go through this but many of us struggle with mental health in fact. You are amazing for helping others even at your saddest times.
My Cause Gift Fund for Different Journeys Autism and Headspace Knox
Funds donated to the My Cause Gift Fund will be disbursed to Different Journeys Autism. The trustees will always disburse funds to the nominated cause, however in the case that that is not possible, the funds will be disbursed to a DGR charity at the trustees discretion.
Bree, What a worthy cause.All my best wishes to youm