Family Support Meetings - Important Information

If you require support please call our Support Line: 24/7 Telephone Line: 1300 368 186 or book a 1 on 1 support session with an FDS worker

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
  • Non-religious, open meetings for family members affected by drugs and alcohol. 
  • Providing opportunity to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental, safe environment.
  • Family Support Meetings are generally face to face, as well as some online options for those that cannot attend in-person.

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

10
Jun
2025

Family Support Meeting - VIC - Corio (Geelong Area)

10-06-2025 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free
Tuesday every fortnight
(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: Cloverdale Community Centre, 167-169 Purnell Road, Corio 3214
 

Enquiries:  Cadence 0493 683 860 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222 

11
Jun
2025

Family Support Meeting - NSW - Chatswood

11-06-2025 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

2nd Wednesday 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: Chatswood Youth Centre, 64 Albert Avenue, Chatswood
Enquiries: Kylie 0490 783 571 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

11
Jun
2025

Family Support Meeting - SA - Warradale

11-06-2025 6:00 pm -9:00 pm
Free

** Special Event  **

This week includes an information session on Effective Communication - please contact facilitator to register

NB earlier start and later finish time for today only

Wednesday every fortnight

(6.00 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: The Corner Uniting Church,  93 Oaklands Road,  Warradale, SA, 5046
Enquiries: Erica 0492 821 081 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

11
Jun
2025

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Mitchelton

11-06-2025 6:30 pm -8:30 pm
Free

2nd Wednesday of the month
(6.30 pm - 8.30 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: Picabeen Community Centre (entry via side door), 22 Hoben Street, Mitchelton
Enquiries:  Sophie 0490 782 560 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

11
Jun
2025

Online Family Support Meeting - Statewide

11-06-2025 7:00 pm -9:00 pm
Free
Wednesday every week
(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.
 

This group runs online  - Please click here to register

** Your privacy matters. We strongly recommend joining online groups and workshops from a secure, private space. If that's not possible, please consider alternative service options by contacting Chloe. **

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

11
Jun
2025

Family Support Meeting - SA - Leabrook

11-06-2025 7:00 pm -9:00 pm
Free

Wednesday every fortnight
(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: Knightsbridge Baptist Church meeting room, 455 Glynburn Road, Leabrook


Enquiries: Lindi 0428 271 743 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

12
Jun
2025

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Logan

12-06-2025 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

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

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: Twin Rivers Centre, 104 River Hills Road, Eagleby
Enquiries: Jascinta 0490 788 382 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

12
Jun
2025

Family Support Meeting - SA - Barossa

12-06-2025 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

2nd Thursday 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: Christian Community Hub - 83 Murray Street, Tanunda SA

Enquiries: Catherine 0457 030 805 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222



16
Jun
2025

Online Family Support Meeting - QLD - Statewide Daytime

16-06-2025 9:30 am -11:30 am
Free

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

16
Jun
2025

Family Support Meeting - NSW - Sutherland

16-06-2025 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

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


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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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