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Ellie’s Forever Friends Conversation Club: Gatto Lounge Pontypridd

🌟 Join Ellie as she hosts the Forever Friends Pontypridd Conversation Club 🌈

📅 When? Wednesday, 7th Feb


🕡 Time: 18:30-20:00


📍 Where? Downstairs Gatto LoungeAddress: 3 Gas Rd, Taff St, Pontypridd CF37 4TH

Ellie is honoured to have Lisa-Marie Norris sharing her heartfelt story about her close friend Liam, who tragically took his own life. Additionally, we’ll hear from Gay Men’s Walks in Nature, introducing their new support group.

The Conversation Club is a safe haven for open discussions. Whether you’re facing challenges or want to share your joys, this space is for you. Join for a comforting chat—no topic is off-limits. Ellie, too, is there to listen and share.

Please remember, Ellie is not a professional, just a friendly ear hoping to make you feel heard. Sharing is optional; you can simply listen. There’s no pressure.

The beauty of this group lies in the support and advice offered by others. You’re not alone.

Feeling nervous? Message Ellie, and she will meet you beforehand. 🤝

Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/ellieroxanne.johnson

Free tea, coffee, water, and cake will be provided. ☕🍰

Let’s come together and support one another. 🌬️♥️

#suicide #speakout #reachout #help #safespace #nojudgment #ForeverFriendsPontypridd”

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