Cath Hewson

My walk is dedicated to the memory of my son, Eddie Jenkins

Cath Hewson

A tribute for My son Eddie

I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.

Total Raised

$7,218

Total Distance

179km

Distance Goal

100km

Support My Walk for Mental Health Research

Did you know that 1 in 5 Australians experience a mental illness each year?

This October, I’m taking part in One Foot Forward to help Australians impacted by mental illness and suicide.

I'm walking to raise funds for Black Dog Institute to put ground-breaking new mental health treatment, education, and digital services into the hands of the people who need them most.

It would mean so much to me if you donated to support my walk.

Together, we can create better mental health for all Australians.

My Updates

Day 31

And that’s a wrap! A heap of supporters & members of Team Shredward gathered at Lake Burley Griffin for our last lap… I’m so proud & grateful of the support & team efforts. For Eddie 💕

Day 30

A day outside today enjoying Spring!

Day 27

An afternoon walk through the burbs, while visiting my Mum. 💕 loving the girls’ new haircuts❣️🌻

Day 22

A wonderful family day with a 3km walk together around the ‘burbs. Four ‘adults’, my two new grandies & two dogs - day by day, step by step. Warm but overcast to Lee the temperature down along our walk.

Day 20

Finally felt ok enough to go back to my volunteering work this morning. Beautiful, gentle people made it so much easier. ❤️🌻

Day 19

Keeping moving outside in the Spring sunshine…

Day 18

Quiet time alone today reclaiming my neglected garden. Enjoying watching all the blooms coming out, especially the banksia rose Eddie pruned back hard last year. I feel him with me here, he loved nature too.

Day 17

I stayed home on my piece of paradise today. I needed to ground myself after a hectic week. A little gardening therapy with my feathered & four legged friends was needed. so rewarding in so many ways!

Day 16

I have the best workplace. 💕

Day 15

Today was super productive at home. Caring for Eddie’s dog, Sonny, post surgery tonight. 💕

Day 14

We’ve been feeling the sadness this week, so more family time was the aim today🥰 I’m so blessed to have two new grandbabies & older grandies to hold today. Followed by an afternoon walk with Sonny & Inga certainly lifted the mood.

Day 13

Sadness sat with me today. I stayed outside as much as possible imursed in nature - it’s my happy place. ❤️

Day 13

A sad day today with tears throughout. Made the most of getting outdoors & walking my 2 dogs.

Day 12

Today was tough with lack of motivation all round. Tomorrow is another day…

Day 10

A social morning & chillaxed afternoon at home.

Day 9

Flying solo today - apart from my four legged friends, Sonny, the Wonderdawg & Inga💕

Day 8

Great afternoon walk with my fam & 4 four leggeds💕

Day 7

Keeping moving…

Day 6

Day by day…

Day 5

A stunner sunrise bringing in a new day.💕

Day 4

Beautiful sunny day spent with family & friends. Wonderful to watch the NRL grand final with the fam. Eddie would e been so happy his beloved Roosters won❣️

Day 3

Late afternoon walk after a day of storms & beautiful rain. Supported by my daughter, baby grandson, Eddie’s dog & mine. 🥰

Day 2

Wet & cool today, so Team Shredward couldn’t get out & about much. Tomorrow is a new day.

Day 1

A 5 hour drive home didn’t do too much to help my step count! So..met the fam for a little warm up session at Lake Burley Griffin with my travel buddies - Sonny & Inga❣️

Our eddie/shredward

Losing a child to suicide is shockingly sad. Sad that there was such hopelessness felt. Sad that there were so many more good times to be had - we thought. We grieve together for Eddie. Forever 35 years young. 💔

My impact over 3 years

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My Achievements

Thank you to my Sponsors

$520

Mike Strachan

Sending all my love to you and the Hewson family. Smash the walk. Eddie is always in our heart.....Mike

$269.13

Anne & Kev Jenkins

$269.13

Safety Mate Matched Contribution

$269.13

Marion Stanton

All strength to you Cath - I am so so sorry for your loss x

$269.13

Dianne Stockbridge

$216.50

Anonymous

$216.50

Rob & Jen

Much love 🥰

$112.09

Ursula Alexander

My condolences to you Cath, Phoebe, Elliot and family on the sad passing of you Edward. Love and best wishes Ursula ❤️

$112.09

Andrew And Julie Erratt

Thinking of you.

$112.09

Pete Mcdonald

$112.09

Deborah Jordan

Thinking of you Cath. You are amazing.

$112.09

Safety Mate Matched Contribution

$112.09

Mara Eversons

Good on you MFC.

$112.09

Ann And Ali

Thinking of you and Eddie xx

$112.09

Sally-anne Fairley

$112.09

Anonymous

$112.09

John & Lisa Sewell

Great initiative for a great cause Cath , good on you x

$112.09

Safety Mate Matched Contribution

$112.09

Laurel

💛

$112.09

Marie Hewson

You are in my heart Cath.

$112.09

Robert Powrie

Go girl!

$112.09

Dale

Thinking of you ♥️

$112.09

Paddianne

Delighted and proud to be supporting an amazing women and such a valued cause

$112.09

Alaine

Dearest Cath. The world is a better place because of you. 🥰

$112.09

Tania Milohis

Well done Cath, Harry and I are with you every step x

$112.09

Catriona Maurice

$106.75

Jo And Matt Malone

Cath, I'm proud to support you as you take on this challenge in Eddie's memory. May every step remind you how loved he is and how many people are walking beside you in spirit. With love, Jo & Matt ❤️

$106.75

Louise Hewson

$106.75

Granny Ga

$106.75

Anonymous

$106.75

Safety Mate Matched Contribution

$106.75

Sam Caldwell

$106.75

Sally Marchini

$100

Sheb&ufuk Gezer

Sheb&Ufuk

$66.73

Josey

🤍 thinking of you, the fam and Eddie, every step of the way 🍁

$66.73

Anonymous

$66.73

Natalie Dakin

❤️

$66.73

Safety Mate Matched Contribution

$66.73

Jude D

You are so strong Cath. Sending love

$66.73

Jan

Every day brave Cath - sending love

$66.73

Karen Cartwright

$66.73

Dzintra B

In memory of Eddie Jenkins

$66.73

Chelsea & Dylan Rech

We are all behind you and the family and are sending our love and support ❤️ thinking of Eddie always 🪽❤️ xx

$66.73

Chris Fawcett

$66.73

Edwina Pichler

A beautiful man gone too soon. 💔💔💔💔

$66.73

Kirsten Clayton

$66.73

Maryanne

A wonderful thing to do, walking for Eddie and so many others. Thank you for your gift

$66.73

Leslea Gruber

Well with your head held high!!

$66.73

Deb Parish

We are with you and the family all the way. Eddie will be forever in our heat.

$66.73

Carl Croft

$66.73

Ant Strachan

You are amazing Cath!! We are all very proud

$60

Coralie Tarlinton

$55.95

Mish M

$55.95

Di & Tim

$55.95

Sinclair

Here’s to Eddie, Cous. Xx

$55.95

Annie Storey

Hi Cath, if you ever need someone to walk along side you I’d be more than happy to. XxxX Annie

$55.95

Kerry Muir

Wishing you every success on your 100km walk and sincere condolences on the loss of Eddie

$55.95

Sue Jamieson

💔

$50

Tess H

love ya ♥️

$50

Deb L

Keep up your strength, hope and courage alongside the tears. Eddie would be proud of you. Love the photos of you both.

$45.30

Lisa Parker

Walking with you in spirit my darling friend 💓 xx

$45.30

Angela Druery

Walking with you all the way Cath

$45.30

Peta

In loving memory of Eddie. Cath, your strength, grace, and dedication to turning this pain into advocacy for others is a true reflection of the incredible person you are. Sending all my love, support, and strength to you and your family as you continue this vital awareness.

$45.30

Wendy Brooks

❤️

$45.30

Amanda Bulow

Love and hugs xx

$45.30

Jennifer Stevenson

We're with you all the way!

$45.30

Tracey Goddard

$45.30

Benita Beer

$40

Linley

I love you my friend. X

$40

Melissa Kama

In memory of Eddie. Sending love to you Cath ❤️

$23.81

Anne Bracey

$23.81

Kirra Beeby

$23.81

Rachael & Sebastian

Much love to you and your family Cath x

$23.81

Magrot

$23.81

Sue Cooper

$20

Daniel Ralston

For Eddie!

Thank you to my supporters

$269.13

Marion Stanton

All strength to you Cath - I am so so sorry for your loss x

$269.13

Dianne Stockbridge

$216.50

Anonymous

$216.50

Rob & Jen

Much love 🥰

$112.09

Ursula Alexander

My condolences to you Cath, Phoebe, Elliot and family on the sad passing of you Edward. Love and best wishes Ursula ❤️

$112.09

Andrew And Julie Erratt

Thinking of you.

$112.09

Pete Mcdonald

$112.09

Deborah Jordan

Thinking of you Cath. You are amazing.

$112.09

Safety Mate Matched Contribution

$112.09

Mara Eversons

Good on you MFC.

$112.09

Ann And Ali

Thinking of you and Eddie xx

$112.09

Sally-anne Fairley

$112.09

Anonymous

$112.09

John & Lisa Sewell

Great initiative for a great cause Cath , good on you x

$112.09

Safety Mate Matched Contribution

$112.09

Laurel

💛

$112.09

Marie Hewson

You are in my heart Cath.

$112.09

Robert Powrie

Go girl!

$112.09

Dale

Thinking of you ♥️

$112.09

Paddianne

Delighted and proud to be supporting an amazing women and such a valued cause

$112.09

Alaine

Dearest Cath. The world is a better place because of you. 🥰

$112.09

Tania Milohis

Well done Cath, Harry and I are with you every step x

$112.09

Catriona Maurice

$106.75

Jo And Matt Malone

Cath, I'm proud to support you as you take on this challenge in Eddie's memory. May every step remind you how loved he is and how many people are walking beside you in spirit. With love, Jo & Matt ❤️

$106.75

Louise Hewson

$106.75

Granny Ga

$106.75

Anonymous

$106.75

Safety Mate Matched Contribution

$106.75

Sam Caldwell

$106.75

Sally Marchini

$100

Sheb&ufuk Gezer

Sheb&Ufuk

$66.73

Josey

🤍 thinking of you, the fam and Eddie, every step of the way 🍁

$66.73

Anonymous

$66.73

Natalie Dakin

❤️

$66.73

Safety Mate Matched Contribution

$66.73

Jude D

You are so strong Cath. Sending love

$66.73

Jan

Every day brave Cath - sending love

$66.73

Karen Cartwright

$66.73

Dzintra B

In memory of Eddie Jenkins

$66.73

Chelsea & Dylan Rech

We are all behind you and the family and are sending our love and support ❤️ thinking of Eddie always 🪽❤️ xx

$66.73

Chris Fawcett

$66.73

Edwina Pichler

A beautiful man gone too soon. 💔💔💔💔

$66.73

Kirsten Clayton

$66.73

Maryanne

A wonderful thing to do, walking for Eddie and so many others. Thank you for your gift

$66.73

Leslea Gruber

Well with your head held high!!

$66.73

Deb Parish

We are with you and the family all the way. Eddie will be forever in our heat.

$66.73

Carl Croft

$66.73

Ant Strachan

You are amazing Cath!! We are all very proud

$60

Coralie Tarlinton

$55.95

Mish M

$55.95

Di & Tim

$55.95

Sinclair

Here’s to Eddie, Cous. Xx

$55.95

Annie Storey

Hi Cath, if you ever need someone to walk along side you I’d be more than happy to. XxxX Annie

$55.95

Kerry Muir

Wishing you every success on your 100km walk and sincere condolences on the loss of Eddie

$55.95

Sue Jamieson

💔

$50

Tess H

love ya ♥️

$50

Deb L

Keep up your strength, hope and courage alongside the tears. Eddie would be proud of you. Love the photos of you both.

$45.30

Lisa Parker

Walking with you in spirit my darling friend 💓 xx

$45.30

Angela Druery

Walking with you all the way Cath

$45.30

Peta

In loving memory of Eddie. Cath, your strength, grace, and dedication to turning this pain into advocacy for others is a true reflection of the incredible person you are. Sending all my love, support, and strength to you and your family as you continue this vital awareness.

$45.30

Wendy Brooks

❤️

$45.30

Amanda Bulow

Love and hugs xx

$45.30

Jennifer Stevenson

We're with you all the way!

$45.30

Tracey Goddard

$45.30

Benita Beer

$40

Linley

I love you my friend. X

$40

Melissa Kama

In memory of Eddie. Sending love to you Cath ❤️

$23.81

Anne Bracey

$23.81

Kirra Beeby

$23.81

Rachael & Sebastian

Much love to you and your family Cath x

$23.81

Magrot

$23.81

Sue Cooper

$20

Daniel Ralston

For Eddie!