Lantern walk to remember those lost to suicide in Bexleyheath

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 12 Oct, 11:30 · Archive

A lantern walk in Bexleyheath on 21 November will remember loved ones lost to suicide and raise funds for a bereavement charity.

A lantern walk is being held in Bexleyheath on Saturday, 21 November to remember loved ones lost to suicide and raise funds for a bereavement charity. The event, called Lights for Loved Ones, marks International Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide Loss Day and is open to families, friends and individuals affected by suicide.

The walk has been organised by Cathy Devincenzi, who lost her father to suicide 23 years ago. She hopes to raise awareness and vital funds for Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide (SoBS), which supported her family following her father's death. The charity provides support to people bereaved by suicide, helping them navigate grief and connect with others who have experienced similar losses.

The event will begin at 5.30pm at The Wellbeing Within Space in Lion Road, Bexleyheath. Participants will take part in a peaceful, guided 2km lantern walk around Bexleyheath, carrying LED lanterns in memory of loved ones. The walk is described as accessible and open to adults, families and children, with the lanterns intended to create a moving display symbolising love, hope and remembrance.

Following the walk, participants will return to the venue for a special remembrance gathering. The evening will include readings, personal dedications and gentle music performed by a live singer, along with refreshments. Attendees will have the opportunity to share memories of loved ones or to listen and reflect in a supportive environment.

How it is being reported

• Bexleyheath lantern walk to remember loved ones lost to suicide and raise fundsBexleyheath’s Lights for Loved Ones lantern walk on November 21 will remember loved ones lost to suicide and raise funds for Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide.News Shopper · 12 Oct, 10:51
• Lantern walk to remember loved ones lost to suicide coming to BexleyheathA special lantern walk is being held in Bexleyheath to remember loved ones lost to suicide and raise money for a charity supporting bereaved families.This Is Local London · 12 Oct, 10:48

In this story: Cathy Devincenzi · Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide · Bexleyheath · The Wellbeing Within Space

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