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If you require support please call our Support Line: 24/7 Telephone Line: 1300 368 186 or book an online 1 to 1 with a FDS worker through Sage.fm

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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

Support The Family – Improve The Outcome

Support the Family385Workshop Objectives:

  • Gain knowledge of successful 'Models of Change' for supporting families affected by someone’s drug issues.
  • Identify the 5 stages that families experience and effective ways to respond.
  • Learn how to communicate more effectively with families in a work and/or professional situation.
  • Develop understanding and gain skills to assist families to build resilience and improve the outcome for both the person who uses the drug and the family.
  • Recognise the importance of psycho-social education for a family, in relation to the significant barriers they may face.

Bookings are essential.

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

 

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.

10
Jun
2023

Stepping Stones - QLD - Brisbane (10-11 & 17-18 June 2023)

10-06-2023 9:30 am - 18-06-2023 4:30 pm
QLD

This course runs over two consecutive weekends 

Dates:        10-11 June  &  17-18 June 2023
Time:          9.30 am - 4.30 pm 

Venue: Family Drug Support, 3 Robinson Road, Nundah
Enquiries: Anna 0490 536 931 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

Registration is now open. RSVP: 31 May 2023

 

12
Jun
2023

Family Support Meeting - NSW - Burwood

12-06-2023 7:00 pm -9:00 pm
Free

PUBLIC HOLIDAY - No meeting

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: Tracey 0457 260 079  or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

12
Jun
2023

Family Support Meeting - SA - Brompton

12-06-2023 7:00 pm -9:00 pm
Free

PUBLIC HOLIDAY - No Meeting

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: Diana 0490 759 649 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

13
Jun
2023

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Rockhampton

13-06-2023 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

13
Jun
2023

Family Support Meeting - NSW - Central Coast

13-06-2023 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: Kylie 0490 783 571 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

13
Jun
2023

Family Support Meeting - SA - Willunga

13-06-2023 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

13
Jun
2023

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Toowoomba

13-06-2023 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

13
Jun
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

14
Jun
2023

Support the Family - Improve the Outcome - Port Lincoln - SA

14-06-2023 9:30 am -1:00 pm
Free
Date:     Wednesday, 14 June 2023
 
Time:     9.30 am - 1.00 pm
 
Venue:  Youth Hub, 1/7 Mortlock Terrace (Behind the cinema Tolmer Lane), Port Lincoln, SA.
 
Bookings & Enquiries:  Please contact Angela 0428 271 743 or Emma 0490 785 175 by 12 June to make your booking or click on the link below to book directly through Eventbrite.
 
14
Jun
2023

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Cairns

14-06-2023 5:30 pm -7:30 pm
Free
New Group
 
2nd Wednesday 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: Cairns City Library Meeting Room, 151 Abbott Street, Cairns City.
Enquiries: Belinda 0490 536 976 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.

SUPPORT LINE (24 Hours - 7 Days)
Phone: 1300 368 186


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