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Meetings & Events
Support Meetings 139 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 8 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 7 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.
Family Support Meeting - VIC - Ringwood
Enquiries: Cadence 0493 683 860 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
Online Family Support Meeting - QLD - Statewide Daytime
** Please note today's meeting has an updated zoom link for this meeting only**
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: Sophie 0490 782 560 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
Stepping Forward - QLD - Ipswich
Stockland Providence Sales & Community Hub
6 Amity Wy, South Ripley QLDFamily Support Meeting - QLD - Ipswich
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 - Sutherland
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
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 - SA - Elizabeth
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
Family Support Meeting - NSW - Burwood
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: Lucinda 0490 789 357 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
Family Support Meeting - QLD - Rockhampton - Daytime
** CANCELLED for this month **
3rd Tuesday of the month
(10.30 am - 12.30 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.
Light refreshments provided.
Venue: Lives Lived Well, Binbi Yadubay Rehabilitation Centre, 12 Nuttal Street, Rockhampton
Enquiries: Head Office (02) 4782 9222
Family Support Meeting - NSW - Hornsby
3rd 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: St Peters Anglican Church, 207 Peats Ferry Road, Hornsby
Enquiries: Kylie 0490 783 571 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
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