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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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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

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.

05
Jun
2023

Family Support Meeting - SA - Thebarton

05-06-2023 1:00 pm -3:00 pm
Free

1st Monday of the month
(1.00 pm - 3.00 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: Family Drug Support Office, 42 Anderson Street, Thebarton
Enquiries: Angela 0428 271 743 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

05
Jun
2023

Family Support Meeting - SA - Elizabeth

05-06-2023 6:30 pm -8:30 pm
Free

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

05
Jun
2023

Stepping Forward - NSW - Online

05-06-2023 6:30 pm -8:30 pm
Free
ONLINE event
 
Modules:  Session 2 - Effective Communication
                       
Bookings & Enquiries:  Please contact Heidi 0490 789 357 by  1 June to make your booking or click on the link below to book directly through Eventbrite.
 
05
Jun
2023

Family Support Meeting - NSW - Burwood

05-06-2023 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: Tracey 0457 260 079  or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

06
Jun
2023

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Nundah

06-06-2023
Free

1st & 3rd 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: Family Drug Support, 3 Robinson Road, Nundah
Enquiries: Sophie 0490 782 560 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

06
Jun
2023

Family Support Meeting - NSW - Blacktown / Quakers Hill

06-06-2023 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

1st 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: Blacktown Area Community Centre, Marayong House, 64 Falmouth Road, Quakers Hill
Enquiries: Heidi 0490 789 357 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

06
Jun
2023

Online Family Support Meeting - SA - Statewide

06-06-2023 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

1st Tuesday of the month
(6.00 pm - 8.00 pm)

Please call the group facilitator to register - Diana 0490 759 649

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

06
Jun
2023

Online Family Support Meeting - NSW - New England / North West NSW

06-06-2023 6:30 pm -8:30 pm
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. 
 
Please click on this link to register for this group: Online Family Support Meeting - NSW - New England - North West NSW
 
Enquiries: Cigdem 0490 781 927 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
07
Jun
2023

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Gladstone

07-06-2023 5:30 pm -7:30 pm
Free

1st 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: Gladstone City Library, Meeting Room, 39 Goondoon Street, Gladstone Central.
Enquiries: Belinda 0490 536 976 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

07
Jun
2023

Online Family Support Meeting - QLD - Statewide Evening

07-06-2023 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

1st Wednesday 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


Family Drug Support Australia

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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