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The Silver Linings Charitable Trust was founded by Dr Mrin Nayagam, who works at the Village Clinic in Mount Eliza, Victoria. Dr Mrin Nayagam also resides in this picturesque Australian seaside town, located in the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria.

This is a charitable trust registered with the Australian Charitable and Not for profit Commission (ACNC) .

This trust was founded by Dr Nayagam with the intention that all of its funds will be diverted to benefit financially disadvantaged people in the local community. It is named after Dr Nayagam’s book "SILVER LININGS- True stories of resilience from a General Practice" first published in July, 2017. All profits from the sale of this  book will be donated to the SLCT.

The funds will be distributed through donations to other organisations with a DGR (deductible gift recipient) status like the Community Support Frankston.

The trustee of the SLCT is the Silver Linings Charity Limited, the directors of which are Dr Mrin Nayagam and her family members, Dr Prakash Nayagam (husband) and her adult sons David and Romy.

There will be no administration fees for the trust, thus 100% of SLCT's funds will be used to assist the financially disadvantaged.

Reader's Comments

“I feel like I’m there with those people and can feel their emotions very clearly…”

"I just want you to know that I love your book. When I am reading it, I feel like I'm there with those people and...

Lorraine Rogers. Sussex U.K.

2018-03-03T13:07:25+00:00

Lorraine Rogers. Sussex U.K.

"I just want you to know that I love your book. When I am reading it, I feel like I'm there with those people and can feel their emotions clearly. It's fabulous and it also gives me a good understanding of the various illnesses but with a very human approach. I love the way you have made these incidents into proper stories and the people so real. You have a gift and are definitely a very talented writer. Thank you so much for sharing"

“Highly recommended…

Highly recommended

Arlene Pererdo

2018-01-15T14:50:57+00:00

Arlene Pererdo

Highly recommended

“Still had my mum in tears…”

Congratulations again on a brilliant launch and wonderful book. Still had my mum in tears.

Steve Phillips - Manager | Community Support Frankston

2018-01-15T14:50:03+00:00

Steve Phillips - Manager | Community Support Frankston

Congratulations again on a brilliant launch and wonderful book. Still had my mum in tears.

“Its stories show the individual burdens that humans have to endure and ultimately conquer…”

Silver Linings Is written by Dr Mrin Nayagam with empathy and wisdom. Its stories show the individual burdens that humans have to endure and ultimately...

Jan

2018-01-15T14:59:12+00:00

Jan

Silver Linings Is written by Dr Mrin Nayagam with empathy and wisdom. Its stories show the individual burdens that humans have to endure and ultimately conquer. Many of the readers will be able to relate their own struggles with illness and disability. Through these journeys can feel confident that we have the true support and boundless knowledge of our GP’s Thank you, Dr Mrin Nayagam for your comfort and wise words during my own journey over the years.

“l encourage my friends and colleagues to purchase a copy…”

Thank you Mrin Nayagam for writing this passionate and beautiful book… thank you for embracing and sharing Harry’s journey. l encourage my friends and colleagues...

Gail - Harry’s Mother

2018-01-15T14:41:01+00:00

Gail - Harry’s Mother

Thank you Mrin Nayagam for writing this passionate and beautiful book… thank you for embracing and sharing Harry’s journey. l encourage my friends and colleagues to purchase a copy to support this wonderful cause and to understand how these difficult times in our lives can be so challenging … However, we get to see the compassion and empathy of others in full flight 💙 thank you for the privilege to be a part of this xxoo

“I wish you much success in the money raised and the lives helped…”

I was very pleased to attend the launch of your book ‘Silver Linings’ and I wish you much success in the money raised and the...

Cr Steve Toms - Frankston City Deputy Mayor

2018-01-15T14:48:51+00:00

Cr Steve Toms - Frankston City Deputy Mayor

I was very pleased to attend the launch of your book ‘Silver Linings’ and I wish you much success in the money raised and the lives helped. I admire your work greatly. Kind regards.

“I feel the warmth and caring of her within the stories…”

I very much enjoy the way Mrin write, it keeps me engaged and interested. I feel the warmth and caring of her within the stories...

Tina Dorrington-Brighton - Sussex, UK

2018-01-15T14:42:13+00:00

Tina Dorrington-Brighton - Sussex, UK

I very much enjoy the way Mrin write, it keeps me engaged and interested. I feel the warmth and caring of her within the stories and this is what makes then individual and ‘magical’. From my perspective, I feel these stories are written from the heart.

“I read your book after hearing you speak at an AMA meeting…”

"Mrin, I recently read your book after hearing you speak at an AMA meeting. I thought it was great. I would recommend it especially for...

Dr Courtney Gardner

BMBS, MPH,DCH,FRACGP
General Practitioner/Geelong, Victoria

2018-03-03T13:21:46+00:00

Dr Courtney Gardner

BMBS, MPH,DCH,FRACGP
General Practitioner/Geelong, Victoria

"Mrin, I recently read your book after hearing you speak at an AMA meeting. I thought it was great. I would recommend it especially for people who might be considering General Practice, so they can appreciate the challenges and the joys that come with the speciality. Well Done!"

“Mrin, you did a wonderful job writing…”

It is an interesting and easy book to read. Mrin, you did a wonderful job writing. Bravo!!

Rita

2018-01-15T14:45:51+00:00

Rita

It is an interesting and easy book to read. Mrin, you did a wonderful job writing. Bravo!!

“Congratulations Mrin…”

Congratulations Mrin. Thank you. Looking forward to reading your book.

Shamala Jones

2018-01-15T14:55:45+00:00

Shamala Jones

Congratulations Mrin. Thank you. Looking forward to reading your book.

Congratulations on this terrific book, what a marvellous achievement.

“Dear Mrin, I already knew of this wonderful book from when I was a patient so it was very exciting to finally hold it in...

Samantha Wood- Author

2018-10-05T14:32:00+00:00

Samantha Wood- Author

“Dear Mrin, I already knew of this wonderful book from when I was a patient so it was very exciting to finally hold it in my hands! I ended up reading it in two days, and it was such a powerful testament to love and family, the strength of the human spirit. What really impressed me the most was doctor-patient relationships that came across so beautifully in each story. Congratulations on this terrific book, what a marvellous achievement.”  

“What an inspirational woman…”

Mrin Nayagam is my GP and I have had the privilege of seeing her go from just the idea about the book to writing it,...

Sarah

2018-01-15T14:56:46+00:00

Sarah

Mrin Nayagam is my GP and I have had the privilege of seeing her go from just the idea about the book to writing it, having it published, and launching it. So fabulous. What an inspirational woman.

“Your family must be very proud…”

It was a great day. Your family must be very proud.

Rob

2018-01-15T14:46:42+00:00

Rob

It was a great day. Your family must be very proud.

“Congratulations Mrin…”

Congratulations Mrin The book is fantastic. Well done! Ben and Hanny
2018-04-29T21:47:23+00:00
Congratulations Mrin The book is fantastic. Well done! Ben and Hanny

“Every story was a heartfelt one…”

Congratulations again on your book launch! I finished reading your book last weekend. Every story was a heartfelt one, and oh my goodness, I couldn’t...

Marie

2018-01-15T14:58:20+00:00

Marie

Congratulations again on your book launch! I finished reading your book last weekend. Every story was a heartfelt one, and oh my goodness, I couldn’t keep reading it without tissue box besides me! We all go through ups and downs, and these people have been through so much through their sickness, but they all somehow find their happiness, glimpse of hopes and courage to get through it, the light side of the tunnel. I wept so much. We never know what struggles people have been through behind their smiles, don’t we.? Life is very individual and lots of ups and downs regardless small or big. Your patients’ stories definitely gave me some courage and I felt very compassionate to all those people. However, the most importantly I admire you so much for your purpose of publishing the book!! I’m hoping maybe you would consider writing silver linings 2!!

“It was a great occasion, and very well attended…”

Thank-you for hosting such a terrific event Dr Nayagam. It was a great occasion, and very well attended. Have a great day and congratulations.

Sam Davies - Mornington Foot Clinic

2018-01-15T14:47:51+00:00

Sam Davies - Mornington Foot Clinic

Thank-you for hosting such a terrific event Dr Nayagam. It was a great occasion, and very well attended. Have a great day and congratulations.

“Well done on a really professional event…”

Well Done on a really professional event. (book launch) I started to read the book this morning. Fingers crossed for lots of sales.

Claire Harrison - Senior Lecturer/Department of General Practice - Monash University

2018-01-15T14:44:50+00:00

Claire Harrison - Senior Lecturer/Department of General Practice - Monash University

Well Done on a really professional event. (book launch) I started to read the book this morning. Fingers crossed for lots of sales.