The First Light Widowed Support Luncheons are a unique event that empower attendees to navigate their grief and take the first steps in rebuilding healthy, successful and fulfilling lives after the death of their partner or spouse.

Designed to improve mental wellbeing, resilience and community connection, our luncheons bring widowed people together in a positive atmosphere to:

• grow their peer-support network
• access informed resources
• and offer the hope and inspiration that will enable them to take steps forward through their grief.

One of the features that makes these events so unique is that the organisers, facilitators, speakers and volunteers are all widowed themselves.

The events are hosted by widowed people, for widowed people – attendees are surrounded by those with a lived experience of grief – something that can only be understood and validated by others who share this life experience.

Your ticket includes:

• Buffet lunch
• Experienced speakers who will deliver messages of hope and inspiration
• Community-building opportunities through a facilitated session to connect with others who share similar experiences and circumstances
• Information about resources and programs available to provide continued support after the event
• A take home information pack 
• (Optional) Being connected to another attendee prior to the official start of the event
• A supportive and positive atmosphere, where the focus is not on ‘death’, but on rebuilding a life after loss.

*inclusions are subject to change
*travel, accommodation and incidentals are NOT included in the ticket price

Parking
We encourage use of public transport and carpooling if this is an option.

Parmelia Hilton Perth offers valet parking for a flat fee of $60. Other options include:

Perth Convention Exhibition Centre (located about 250m from the venue)
Hourly rate - $7.00
Day rate (6am - 5.59pm) - $25

Wilson Parking - Westralia Square
View their website for various rates including prepay online and drive up hourly rates.

Parking prices are subject to change without notice. All parking is subject to availability.

Accommodation
If you are considering staying at the venue, Parmelia Hilton Perth have kindly offered us a 20% discount. Non-discounted rates can be viewed on their web. The discount code will be included in the email sent following ticket purchase.

A full list of frequently asked questions can be found on our website.

The cancellation and event change information is avaialble in the FAQ section on our website.

https://www.firstlight.org.au/widowed-support-luncheons/

Location

Amora Hotel Riverwalk Melbourne
649 Bridge Road, Richmond Vic 3121

Contact Details

Contact Event Organiser