We first met Trish six years ago, when she was enrolled in our parenting program (now known as Parent Pathways). At the time, the mother of seven had just walked away from a toxic relationship, and with the support of her Employment Plus mentor, had created her own business. With her children by her, Trish wasn’t just standing on her own two feet, she was soaring.
When we last spoke to her, life was great.
And then it wasn’t.
With one phone call, Trish’s world crumbled. But in the aftermath of losing her son Alex, Trish found a new purpose. In this episode, she shares with us stories of the great compassion that drove Alex’s need to help others, and how she is carrying on the work that he dedicated his short life to. In a time when there seems to be a growing divide in our communities, Trish and Alex’s story reassures us that compassion still abounds.

*PLEASE NOTE: This episode includes mentions of suicide and the loss of a child.

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Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Salvation Army Employment Plus.

The Salvation Army Employment Plus acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land and waters we have recorded this audio series on, the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.