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Non-religious, open meetings for family members affected by drugs and alcohol. Open to anyone and providing opportunities to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental, safe environment. General enquiries: FDS Head Office (02) 4782 9222

NOTE:  MEETINGS ARE NOT HELD ON PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

No support meetings in your area? Check out the new FDS Online video resource here: http://www.fdsonline.org.au

 

Unless indicated, the Stepping Stones course runs over 2 consecutive weekends

Contact the facilitator (listed below) OR Head Office for more information Ph: (02) 4782 9222

Stepping Stones - Expression of Interest

Stepping Forward

Education and interactive sessions for families, friends and workers providing information and support relating to alcohol and other drugs.

Session 1 – Families Stages of Change
Session 2 – Effective Communication
Session 3 – Alcohol and Other Drugs Information
Session 4 – Drug and Alcohol Treatment Options
Session 5 – Setting Workable Boundaries
Session 6 – Dealing with Conflict
Session 7 – Families and Ice

Each session runs for approximately 2 hours and is open to the public.

Bookings are essential.

For bookings or to make enquiries, please phone the facilitator listed in each event below.

 

Stepping Forward Topic Preview – Stages of Change for Families

This video explains the work of Family Drug Support and discusses the Stages of Change for Families model.  This model can be helpful for families to understand where they are at on their journey and start to learn how to cope depending on what stage they may be at.

07
Dec
2023

Online Family Support Meeting - VIC - Ferntree Gully

07-12-2023 7:00 pm -9:00 pm
Free
Thursday every fortnight
(7.00 pm - 9.00 pm)
 
Non-religious, open meetings for family members affected by drugs and alcohol. Open to anyone and providing opportunities to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental, safe environment. 
 

This group is online temporarily - Please call Chloe 0448 177 083 to register

Enquiries:  Chloe 0448 177 083 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

11
Dec
2023

Family Support Meeting - NSW - Burwood

11-12-2023 7:00 pm -9:00 pm
Free

Every Monday
(7.00 pm - 9.00 pm)

Non-religious, open meetings for family members affected by drugs and alcohol. Open to anyone and providing opportunities to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental, safe environment.

Venue: Jackett Room, Woodstock Community Centre, 22 Church Street, Burwood
Enquiries: Kylie 0490 783 571  or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

11
Dec
2023

Family Support Meeting - SA - Brompton

11-12-2023 7:00 pm -9:00 pm
Free

Monday every fortnight
(7.00 pm - 9.00 pm)

Non-religious, open meetings for family members affected by drugs and alcohol. Open to anyone and providing opportunities to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental, safe environment. 

Venue: '19 On Green' Community Centre, Industry Room, 19 Green Street, Brompton
Enquiries: Emma 0490 785 175 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

12
Dec
2023

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Rockhampton - Evening

12-12-2023 5:30 pm -7:30 pm
Free

2nd Tuesday of the month
(5.30 pm - 7.30 pm)

Non-religious, open meetings for family members affected by drugs and alcohol. Open to anyone and providing opportunities to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental, safe environment. 

Venue: Family Drug Support, Rockhampton Business Centre, 110-114 Campbell Street, Rockhampton.
Enquiries: Belinda 0490 536 976 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

12
Dec
2023

Family Support Meeting - NSW - Central Coast

12-12-2023 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

2nd Tuesday of the month
(6.00 pm - 8.00 pm)

Non-religious, open meetings for family members affected by drugs and alcohol. Open to anyone and providing opportunities to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental, safe environment.

Venue: The Entrance Community Centre, Training Room 2 - Building E, Cnr Battley Avenue & Oakland Avenue, The Entrance
Enquiries: Heidi 0490 789 357 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

12
Dec
2023

Family Support Meeting - SA - Willunga

12-12-2023 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

2nd Tuesday of the month
(6.00 pm - 8.00 pm)

Non-religious, open meetings for family members affected by drugs and alcohol. Open to anyone and providing opportunities to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental, safe environment. 

Venue: Willunga Community Hub, 1 St Peters Terrace, Willunga
Enquiries: Diana 0490 759 649 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

12
Dec
2023

Online Family Support Meeting - QLD - Statewide Evening

12-12-2023 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

2nd  Tuesday of the month
(6.00 pm - 8.00 pm)

Please click on this link to register for this group: Online Family Support Meeting - QLD - Statewide evening

Non-religious, open meetings for family members affected by drugs and alcohol. Open to anyone and providing opportunities to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental, safe environment. 

Enquiries: Sophie 0490 782 560 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

12
Dec
2023

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Toowoomba

12-12-2023 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

2nd Tuesday of the month
(6.00 pm - 8.00 pm)

Non-religious, open meetings for family members affected by drugs and alcohol. Open to anyone and providing opportunities to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental, safe environment. 

Venue: Middle Ridge Uniting Church, 264 Stenner Street, Centenary Heights, QLD
Enquiries: Anna 0490 536 931 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

12
Dec
2023

Stepping Forward - QLD - Toowoomba

12-12-2023 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free
Modules:
Session 1 - Families Stages of Change
Session 2 - Effective Communication
                         
Venue:  Middle Ridge Uniting Church, 264 Stenner Street, Centenary Heights, QLD.
 
Bookings & Enquiries:  Please contact Edgar 0484 002 178 by 11 December to make your booking or click on the link below to book directly through Eventbrite.
 
12
Dec
2023

Family Support Meeting - SA - Glandore

Free

Tuesday every fortnight
(6.30 pm - 8.30 pm)

Non-religious, open meetings for family members affected by drugs and alcohol. Open to anyone and providing opportunities to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental, safe environment. 

Venue: Glandore Community Centre, Slade Training Room, 25 Naldera Street, Glandore.
Enquiries: Emma 0490 785 175 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222


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Supporting families and friends of people who use substances as well as bereaved families in Australia.

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Phone: 1300 368 186


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