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Meetings & Events
Support Meetings 152 Events
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
Stepping Stones 10 Events
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 Forward 20 Events
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.
Online Family Support Meeting - QLD - Statewide Daytime
* * cancelled due to public holiday * *
3rd Monday of the month
(9.30 am - 11.30 am)
Non-religious, open meetings for family members and friends impacted by the use of drugs and/or alcohol by others. Open to anyone and providing opportunities to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental, safe environment.
To register in advance for this meeting - click here
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Enquiries: Belinda 0490 536 976 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
Family Support Meeting - NSW - Sutherland
* * Cancelled due to public holiday * *
3rd Monday of the month
(6.00 pm - 8.00 pm)
Non-religious, open meetings for family members and friends impacted by the use of drugs and/or alcohol by others. Open to anyone and providing opportunities to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental, safe environment.
Venue: Sutherland Uniting Church, Cnr Flora & Merton Street, Sutherland
Enquiries: Beth 0416 078 209 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
Family Support Meeting - QLD - Gold Coast / Nerang
* * No meeting due to Public Holiday * *
3rd Monday of the month
(6.00 pm - 8.00 pm)
Non-religious, open meetings for family members and friends impacted by the use of drugs and/or alcohol by others. Open to anyone and providing opportunities to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental, safe environment.
Venue: Nerang Neighbourhood Centre, 29 Martin Street, Nerang
Enquiries: Jascinta 0490 788 382 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
Family Support Meeting - QLD - Ipswich
* * Cancelled due to public holiday * *
3rd Monday of the month
(6.00 pm - 8.00 pm)
Non-religious, open meetings for family members and friends impacted by the use of drugs and/or alcohol by others. Open to anyone and providing opportunities to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental, safe environment.
Venue: Stockland Providence Sales & Community Hub, 6 Amity Wy, South Ripley QLD
Enquiries: Edgar 0484 002 178 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
Family Support Meeting - NSW - Burwood
* * Cancelled due to public holiday * *
Every Monday
(7.00 pm - 9.00 pm)
Non-religious, open meetings for family members and friends impacted by the use of drugs and/or alcohol by others. Open to anyone and providing opportunities to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental, safe environment.
Venue: Burwood-Croydon Uniting Church, 134A Burwood Rd, Burwood, NSW, 2134
Enquiries: Lucinda 0490 789 357 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
Family Support Meeting - NSW - Manly
4th Tuesday of the month
(6.00 pm - 8.00 pm)
Non-religious, open meetings for family members and friends impacted by the use of drugs and/or alcohol by others. Open to anyone and providing opportunities to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental, safe environment.
Venue: Community Northern Beaches, 52 Raglan Street, Manly
Enquiries: Kylie 0490 783 571 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
Family Support Meeting - QLD - Cairns
Family Support Meeting - VIC - Frankston
Venue: Peninsula Health: Frankston Integrated Health Centre, Building L, Level 2, Group Room 2, 2 Hastings Rd Frankston Hospital, Frankston VIC
** Due to hospital security, the facilitator must grant access to the building, and access is not possible once the group has started. If you believe you might be late, please get in touch with the facilitator before the beginning of the group. If you arrive late without notice, you may be unable to access the building. **
Enquiries: Cadence 0493 683 860 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
Online Family Support Meeting - NSW - Statewide (incorporating New England/North West NSW)
Online Family Support Meeting - Statewide
This group runs online - Please click here to register
Enquiries: Tina 0490 801 609 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
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