Over 250 people attended the Bowen Neighbourhood Centre’s R U OK? Day where the local organisation spread the message of meaningfully connecting and lending support.
The event on Thursday, September 8, was by far the largest ever held at the centre, with attendance no doubt bolstered by a fantastic array of vintage cars on display proving a popular drawcard.
Whitsunday Neighbourhood Centre Coordinator, Stephanie Cora said alongside the cars were free giveaways.
“For those who came along there was free coffee and cupcakes, a free sausage sizzle, free raffles, and a lot of free resources and promotional items with details on where to find help if needed,” Ms Cora said.
“The services that attended all promote good mental health within our community and this event provided an opportunity for them to create greater awareness and promotion of the support which they can provide.”
Ms Cora thanked Whitsunday Regional Council for their sponsorship, which she said had made it possible for the centre to host this extremely successful R U Ok day event.
Organisations that attended on the day included representatives from Whitsunday Counselling and Support and Real Mates Talk, who contributed to the success in raising awareness for mental health issues.
They were flanked by stalls from Feros Care and Ideal Placements – both of which celebrate diverse and unique clients with disabilities.
Backed by the R U OK? harm prevention charity, the event was a major success for the community group, who hope to continue growing awareness and local participation.
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