Collie Family Centre

13/10/2026

Supporting someone after su***de loss...

When a life is lost to su***de, it can be difficult to know how to help or offer the right kind of support for those impacted. Thankfully, there are resources that can help - see below:

Conversations Matter when Talking with Someone Bereaved by Su***de
https://cdn.lifeinmind.org.au/assets/src/uploads/Conversations-matter/Conversations-matter-_-A-guide-for-talking-with-someone-bereaved-by-su***de.pdf

StandBy Support After Su***de Resources (including children and young people)
https://standbysupport.com.au/resources/

Sane - quick facts if someone close to you is bereaved by su***de
https://www.sane.org/information-and-resources/facts-and-guides/is-someone-close-to-you-bereaved-by-su***de

Mindframe guide for communicating safely about su***de on social media:
https://cdn.mindframe.org.au/assets/src/uploads/Mindframe_Social_media_Guidelines_Quick_Ref_07_FINAL.pdf

12/10/2026

10/10/2026

The StandBy program is focused on supporting anyone who has been bereaved or impacted by su***de at any stage in their life, including:

🔹 Individuals, families and friends
🔹 Witnesses
🔹 First Responders
🔹 Service Providers

StandBy is accessible seven days a week, providing free face-to face and/or telephone support at a time and place that is best for each individual.

Call 1300 727 247 for access to free phone support to connect you to services across Australia, or visit https://standbysupport.com.au/

If you need immediate assistance contact:

Lifeline on 13 11 14
Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636
QLife on 1800 184 527
13 Yarn on 13 92 76

If you or someone you are with is in need of immediate support please call 000 (Triple Zero.)

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10/10/2026

06/10/2026

☕ Got questions about aged care? Have a Natter with Nat!
Navigating aged care can sometimes feel confusing, especially when you're just starting to explore the options or you're not sure what the next step might be.

Dovida's “Natter with Nat” is an opportunity to have a friendly, informal chat about aged care and ask the questions that matter to you.

No jargon. No pressure. Just friendly, helpful advice.

📅 Friday 16 October
⏰ From 11:00am
📍 Railway Cafe, 86 Throssell Street, Collie
☕ Light snack included

Whether you're looking into aged care for yourself, helping a family member, or simply want to better understand what's available, come along and have a chat with Nat.

For more information, contact Dovida on (08) 6310 0410.

Please feel free to share this with anyone in the Collie community who might find it helpful.

05/10/2026

🌿 Making Scents – FREE Workshop in Collie
Looking for something a little different to do?

Join us at the Collie Family Centre for Making Scents, a free workshop presented through the WA Recovery College Alliance.
Explore essential oils and crystals and have the opportunity to create your own unique blend of scents to take home.

📅 Saturday 7 November
⏰ 10:00am – 12:00pm
📍 Collie Family Centre / Collie Community House
5 Forrest Street, Collie

💙 The workshop is FREE
👥 Everyone aged 18+ is welcome

Bookings are required and can be made through the WA Recovery College Alliance:

👉 View courses and enrol online: https://www.warecoverycollege.org.au/coursedetails?recordId=recHXYW8YoSWQXSsa

For more information, contact the WA Recovery College Alliance on 1300 285 751 or [email protected]

Come along, try something new and enjoy a relaxed morning of learning and creating. 🌿

Places may be limited, so register early if you'd like to attend!

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05/10/2026

🌿 Making Scents – FREE Workshop in Collie

Looking for something a little different to do?

Join us at the Collie Family Centre for Making Scents, a free workshop presented through the WA Recovery College Alliance.
Explore essential oils and crystals and have the opportunity to create your own unique blend of scents to take home.

📅 Saturday 7 November
⏰ 10:00am – 12:00pm
📍 Collie Family Centre / Collie Community House
5 Forrest Street, Collie

💙 The workshop is FREE

👥 Everyone aged 18+ is welcome

Bookings are required and can be made through the WA Recovery College Alliance:

👉 View courses and enroll online: https://www.warecoverycollege.org.au/coursedetails?recordId=recHXYW8YoSWQXSsa

For more information, contact the WA Recovery College Alliance on 1300 285 751 or [email protected]

Come along, try something new and enjoy a relaxed morning of learning and creating. 🌿

Places may be limited, so register early if you'd like to attend!