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Meetings & 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

 

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.

22
Aug
2024

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Cairns Northern Beaches

22-08-2024 5:30 pm -7:30 pm
Free
4th Thursday of the month
(5.30 pm - 7.30 pm)
 
** This Meeting will be run online temporarily** 
 
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: Online - Click here to register
Enquiries: Mona 0491 091 630 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
22
Aug
2024

Family Support Meeting - VIC - Ringwood

22-08-2024 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free
Thursday 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: Eastern Volunteers - Suite 1a, 36 New Street,  Ringwood, VIC
 

Enquiries:  Andrea 0493 683 856 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

23
Aug
2024

Stepping Forward - QLD - Rockhampton

23-08-2024 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Free
Modules:
 Session 3 – Alcohol and Other Drugs Information
                         
Venue: FDS Rockhampton, 110-114 Campbell Street, Rockhampton 
Bookings & Enquiries:  Please contact Belinda 0490 536 976 by 17 August to make your booking.
 
26
Aug
2024

Family Support Meeting - SA - Elizabeth

26-08-2024 6:30 pm -8:30 pm
Free

Monday every fortnight
(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: Headspace Training Room, 2 Peachey Road, Edinburgh North
Enquiries: Catherine 0457 030 805 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

26
Aug
2024

Family Support Meeting - NSW - Burwood

26-08-2024 7:00 pm -9:00 pm
Free

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

27
Aug
2024

Bereavement Support Meeting - SA - Thebarton

27-08-2024 5:30 pm -7:30 pm
Free

New - Bereavement Group

4th Tuesday of the month
(5.30 pm - 7.30 pm)

Non-religious, open meeting for family members and friends impacted by the loss of someone who was using drugs and/or alcohol. Join us to talk or just listen in a safe space with people who care.

Venue: Family Drug Support Office, 42 Anderson Street, Thebarton
Enquiries: Angela 0428 271 743 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Head Office (02) 4782 9222

27
Aug
2024

Family Support Meeting - VIC - Frankston

27-08-2024 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:  Peninsula Health: Frankston Integrated Health Centre, Building L, Level 2, Group Room 2, 2 Hastings Rd Frankston Hospital, Frankston VIC

Enquiries: Andrea 0493 683 856  or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

27
Aug
2024

Stepping Forward - ACT - Braddon

27-08-2024 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free
Modules:     Session 6 – Dealing with Conflict
 
Venue:  Salvation Army, Braddon Church, 1 Elder St, Braddon ACT.
                         
Bookings & Enquiries:  Please contact Katelyn 0490 801 609  by 22 August to make your booking or click on the link below to book directly through Eventbrite.
 
27
Aug
2024

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Nambour

27-08-2024 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

Every Tuesday 
(6.00 pm - 8.00 pm)

*** New Meeting***

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: WHOS Nambour - Entrance through 14 Bury Lane, Nambour, QLD
Enquiries:  Mona 0491 091 630 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

27
Aug
2024

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Mount Gravatt

27-08-2024 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

Last 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: Mount Gravatt Community Centre, 1693 Logan Road, Upper Mount Gravatt
Enquiries: Sophie 0490 782 560 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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