LifeForce

The LifeForce Memorial Day Service was held at the Sydney Opera House, on Thursday 16 August 2007. Find out more below:

• LifeForce Memorial Service 2007 Report and Images
• LifeForce Memorial Service 2006 Report and Images
• What is LifeForce Memorial Day?
• Need someone to talk to?

What is LifeForce Memorial Day?

Lifeforce is a suicide prevention program dedicated to helping reduce the high rate of suicide in Australia.  In this work we talk to many people bereaved by suicide.  We offer this memorial service so that those who have been touched by suicide have a place to come together in the spirit of comfort and hope.

Conducted in an atmosphere of peace and serenity, the service is an opportunity to reflect and to remember loved ones.  During the ceremony you will have an opportunity to cast a sunflower into Sydney Harbour as a gesture of love and remembrance.

If you would like to talk, counsellors and ministers will be available for you.
if you don’t, your silence and privacy will be respected. if you would prefer to watch from a distance or simply walk past, participation is at your discretion.
Losing a loved one to suicide is a sorrow unlike any other, but you are not alone.  We hope you will join us and others who understand something of your journey.

Need to talk to someone?

Trained counsellors are available to listen and assist you.  Do not hesitate to call one of the specialist help lines below:

• Lifeline: 131 114
• Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800
• Parent Line: 132 055

For Suicide Prevention programs call LifeForce: (02) 9874 2111 or 1800 100 024 (Please note: LifeForce is not a counselling service).

Wesley LifeForce gratefully acknowledges our sponsors.