Presentations and Workshops
Melanie is available to present to your group or facilitate workshops across Melbourne, Victoria. Whether you're part of a community group, healthcare organisation, neighbourhood house, service club or aged care provider, Melanie can deliver gentle, insightful and practical sessions on end-of-life topics.
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Join a warm and supportive conversation about the importance of planning ahead in a non-judgmental and safe space. This session offers a simple, compassionate introduction to the documents that can help ensure your wishes are known and honored. Whether you're just beginning to think about these topics or looking to feel more prepared, this is a safe space to learn, ask questions, and take the first steps - at your own pace.
Available for sale on the day will be a comprehensive End of Life Wishes Planning and Wishes Form. Also available for sale will be a “Keep Calm and Prepare Kit” - a gentle and practical introduction (a great ice-breaker) to end-of-life planning.
Date: Wednesday 12 November 2025
Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Location: Vermont South Neighbourhood House, 1 Karobran Drive, Vermont South, VIC 3133
Cost: $50.00Book your place:
📞 Call (03) 9803 2335 or click here to book online.Places are limited.
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"How intentional preparation and compassion shape lasting impact."
Join us for an insightful and deeply meaningful Leave a Legacy conversation with Jobby Mathew, Founder of LegacyX.
In this compassionate and thought-provoking session, we will discuss how intentional end-of-life planning brings clarity, comfort, and peace—not just to those nearing life’s end, but to their loved ones as well.
We will discuss how I can assist families to navigate difficult conversations to creating personal rituals and bucket lists—to help families embrace the sacredness of saying goodbye with dignity and love.
Discover how death literacy and thoughtful preparation can become one of the greatest gifts we leave behind—a true legacy of peace.
Date: Wednesday 12 November 2025
Time: 7.00pm
Location: On-line via ZoomCost: Free to attendRead more and REGISTER: Here
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A gentle four-part workshop series exploring what matters most — including your end-of-life wishes.
Give yourself and your loved ones the gift of clarity. In this four-part series, you’ll learn how to reflect on your values, share your story, and make end-of-life planning simple, clear, and compassionate.
Available for sale on the day will be a comprehensive End of Life Wishes Planning and Wishes Form. Also available for sale will be a “Keep Calm and Prepare Kit” - a gentle and practical introduction (a great ice-breaker) to end-of-life planning.
Date: Tuesday 18 & 25 November; Tuesday 02 & 09 December 2025
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am
Location: Vermont South Neighbourhood House, 1 Karobran Drive, Vermont South, VIC 3133
Cost: $70.00 including materialsBook your place:
📞 Call (03) 9803 2335 or click here to book online.
Places are limited. -
Join a warm and supportive conversation about the importance of planning ahead in a non-judgmental and safe space. This session offers a simple, compassionate introduction to the documents that can help ensure your wishes are known and honored. Whether you're just beginning to think about these topics or looking to feel more prepared, this is a safe space to learn, ask questions, and take the first steps - at your own pace.
Available for sale on the day will be a comprehensive End of Life Wishes Planning and Wishes Form. Also available for sale will be a “Keep Calm and Prepare Kit” - a gentle and practical introduction (a great ice-breaker) to end-of-life planning.
Date: Thursday 27 November 2025
Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Location: Godfrey Street Community House, 9 Godfrey Street, Bentleigh, VIC 3204Cost: $40.00
Book your place:
📞 Call (03) 9557 9037 or click here to book online.
Places are limited.Book your place:
📞 CallPlaces are limited.
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A gentle four-part workshop series exploring what matters most — including your end-of-life wishes.
Give yourself and your loved ones the gift of clarity. In this four-part series, you’ll learn how to reflect on your values, share your story, and make end-of-life planning simple, clear, and compassionate.
Available for sale on the day will be a comprehensive End of Life Wishes Planning and Wishes Form. Also available for sale will be a “Keep Calm and Prepare Kit” - a gentle and practical introduction (a great ice-breaker) to end-of-life planning.
Date: Tuesday 03, 10, 17 and 24 February 2026
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am
Location: Vermont South Neighbourhood House, 1 Karobran Drive, Vermont South, VIC 3133
Cost: $70.00 including materialsBook your place:
📞 Call (03) 9803 2335Places are limited.
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Presentations & workshops tailored to your audience
Each session is thoughtfully tailored to suit the needs and interests of your group.
Popular topics include:
What does an End-of-Life Doula do?
Advance Care Planning: A gentle introduction
What Matters Most: Values-based conversations about ageing and dying
Supporting families through sudden death
To discuss a tailored presentation or workshop, please contact Melanie or call 0406 622 091.
Previous events:
Melanie has exhibited and presented at a wide range of venues throughout Melbourne, including:
Care Expo 2025 – Exhibitor at Care Expo
Godfrey Street Community House – Dying to Know Day - come and ask your questions
U3A Hawthorn – “What does an End of Life Doula do?”
Vermont South Neighbourhood House – Advance Care Plan Workshops
BlueCross Livingstone Gardens – “What Matters to You Most” Workshop for residents, families and staff
Wheelers Hill Lions Club – Community Presentation
Vermont South Library – Public information session on end-of-life planning
🌟 See feedback from past participants on the Testimonials page.
BlueCross Livingstone Gardens - 2024
Outside the U3A Hawthorn in January 2025 - thanks for welcoming me!
Photos from Care Expo 2025:
The Care Expo presented a fabulous opportunity to talk to so many people about services that can be provided to reduce burden and overwhelm!
If you're interested in hosting a workshop or presentation, get in touch with Melanie - she'd love to chat about how she can support your group.