The Rapid Relief Team has served up almost 1700 meals at RUOK Day events around the country including at Warwick High School, where students and teachers took time to check in on each other on the National Day of Action for suicide prevention.
RRT Warwick volunteers had their signature burgers rolling off the grill as everyone talked about the importance of asking those close to them if they were okay.
RRT Director Mick Dunn said RUOK Day was an important reminder for everyone to reach out to family, friends, colleagues and others in their lives to check in on them.
“Through RUOK Day people are six times more likely to reach out to someone and sometimes lending a listening ear is all people who might be struggling need to help them cope,” Mick said.
“Connection is important now more than ever with the busy lives people lead and RUOK Day is a great reminder that simply asking someone if they’re okay can make a huge difference.
“We can all help by asking, listening and supporting one another. That’s why the RRT has loaded up on our burgers and bacon and egg rolls right around the country, including here in Warwick, to give people an opportunity to come together, connect and have a chat.
“Of course, one of the best ways to stay in touch is to share a meal with someone, and RRT is so happy to be able to put on a breakfast or lunch to support RUOK Day events.”
RUOK? is a national suicide prevention charity that encourages people to use their personal relationships and support networks to support family, friends and colleagues.
It encourages people to stay connected and have conversations that can help others through difficult times in their lives. For more information, visit www.ruok.org.au.
The Rapid Relief Team is the charitable arm of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church.
Established in 2013, the RRT has more than 14,500 volunteers around the world who provide support to the community through charitable donations and events, as well as assisting emergency services in times of disaster and crisis by providing meals and other support.
