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Mental Health illness - the hidden battle
Following the recent news on the sad loss of Ricky Hatton we are reminded that it doesn’t matter if someone looks like they have it all together or a great life, mental health illness can still remain hidden. There are many celebrities that suffer with depression, anxiety and PTSD, Robin Williams, Lady Gaga, Adele, Dwayne Johnson and Ariana Grande to name but a few proving the point that you are not alone and that mental health illness does not discriminate. There is so much
edwardmackenzie2
Oct 181 min read


Supporting veterans’ mental health through woodworking and community connection
A newly formed charity dedicated to supporting military craftsmanship centres on empowering veterans through craftsmanship initiatives...
edwardmackenzie2
Sep 291 min read


Shining a Light: Raising Awareness of Suicide
Suicide is a topic that too often lingers in silence, tightly wrapped in stigma and misunderstanding. Yet, it is a reality that touches...
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Sep 31 min read


Take the first step
The loss of another friend recently has reminded me of the importance of a memorial to those who have lost their lives to suicide. The...
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Jun 132 min read


VE Day celebrations & invisible wounds
As the weekend draws to a close we say goodbye to a Nation coming together over the last 4 days to mark VE Day 80 years on. From the...
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May 111 min read


Making it even easier to donate.
Text cost £5 or £10 plus your normal standard rate. You must be 16 or over and have bill payers permission. Justgiving.com for full...
edwardmackenzie2
Apr 261 min read


April is all about celebrating
In April 2025, several other faiths celebrate key religious holidays. Key dates include the Memorial of Jesus' Death (Jehovah's...
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Apr 161 min read


Thank you to all generous donors
Thank you to everyone who has donated through JustGiving. Donations, no matter how big or small are equally appreciated and with the...
edwardmackenzie2
Apr 111 min read


At your side. Suicide Bereavement Guides
Suicide Bereavement UK have developed a series of At Your Side guides for those bereaved by suicide in the Armed Forces community. ...
edwardmackenzie2
Apr 81 min read


National Call A Friend Day
Situated in that lull between Christmas and New Year’s, National Call a Friend Day is meant to be a time between these two big days to...
edwardmackenzie2
Dec 27, 20241 min read


Where have you seen an Elysium Memorial Foundation logo?
Ed has been in Tignes, France with 2 SCOTS and taking the opportunity to spread the word with stickers and merchandise. Getting the...
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Dec 14, 20241 min read


3 C's - Coffee, Cake & Chat
Sunday 29th September is National Starbucks day. Whilst this may be celebrated more in USA it does highlight an opportunity for people...
edwardmackenzie2
Sep 29, 20241 min read
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