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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

 

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
Dec
2024

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Cairns

10-12-2024 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 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.
 
Enquiries: Shammah 0490 799 180 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
 
Venue: Stratford Community Hall
                  15 Kamerunga Road,  Stratford
 
10
Dec
2024

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Rockhampton - Evening

10-12-2024 5:30 pm -7:30 pm
Free

** CANCELLED for this month **

2nd Tuesday of the month
(5.30 pm - 7.30 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: FDS Rockhampton,  110-114 Campbell Street, Rockhampton


Enquiries:  Head Office (02) 4782 9222

10
Dec
2024

Stepping Forward - QLD - Toowoomba

10-12-2024 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free
Modules:
  Session 2 –  Effective Communication
                         
Venue:  Middle Ridge Uniting Church, 264 Stenner Street, Centenary Heights, QLD 4350.
 
Bookings & Enquiries:  Please contact Edgar 0484 002 178 to make your booking or click on the link below to make your booking directly through Eventbrite.
10
Dec
2024

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Toowoomba

10-12-2024 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 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: Middle Ridge Uniting Church, 264 Stenner Street, Centenary Heights.


Enquiries: Edgar 0484 002 178 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

10
Dec
2024

Family Support Meeting - SA - Willunga

10-12-2024 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 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: Willunga Community Hub, 1 St Peters Terrace, Willunga
Enquiries: Vicky 0492 821 081 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

10
Dec
2024

Online Family Support Meeting - QLD - Statewide Evening

10-12-2024 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

2nd  Tuesday 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 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.

Enquiries: Sophie 0490 782 560 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

10
Dec
2024

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Nambour

10-12-2024 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

** Last group for 2024, please note this will change to running monthly as of 2025 **

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

10
Dec
2024

Family Support Meeting - SA - Willunga (3)

10-12-2024 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 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: Willunga Community Hub, 1 St Peters Terrace, Willunga
Enquiries: Vicky 0492 821 081 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

10
Dec
2024

Family Support Meeting - VIC - Corio (Geelong Area)

10-12-2024 6:15 pm -8:15 pm
Free
Tuesday every fortnight
(6.00 pm - 8.00 pm)
 
** No Support Group tonight only: End of year dinner - please contact Cadence for details and to RSVP **
 
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.
 

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

11
Dec
2024

Stepping Forward - QLD - Rockhampton

11-12-2024 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Free
** POSTPONED New Dates TBA **
 
Module:
Session 7 – Families & Ice 
                         
Venue: FDS Rockhampton, 110-114 Campbell Street, Rockhampton 
 
Enquiries and Bookings:  Please contact 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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