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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

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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.

28
Apr
2025

Family Support Meeting - SA - Brompton

28-04-2025 7:00 pm -9:00 pm
Free

Monday 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: '19 On Green' Community Centre, Industry Room, 19 Green Street, Brompton
Enquiries: Jan 0490 759 649 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

28
Apr
2025

Family Support Meeting - NSW - Burwood

28-04-2025 7:00 pm -9:00 pm
Free

* * NEW VENUE  * *

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:   Burwood-Croydon Uniting Church, 134A Burwood Rd, Burwood, NSW, 2134 
Enquiries: Lucinda 0490 789 357 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

29
Apr
2025

Bereavement Support Meeting - SA - Thebarton

29-04-2025 5:30 pm -7:30 pm
Free

Bereavement Group

Last 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: Arneen 0490 785 175 or call Head Office (02) 4782 9222

29
Apr
2025

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Mount Gravatt

29-04-2025 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

29
Apr
2025

Family Support Meeting - VIC - Corio (Geelong Area)

29-04-2025 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 

29
Apr
2025

Stepping Forward - ACT - Online

29-04-2025 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free
Modules:
Stages of Behaviour Change for Drug Use
        
Venue:  online
 
Bookings & Enquiries:  Please contact Tina  0490 801 609  to make your booking or click on the link below to book directly through Eventbrite.
 
29
Apr
2025

Stepping Forward - VIC - Online

29-04-2025 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free
Modules:
Stages of Behaviour Change for Drug Use
        
Venue:  online
 
Bookings & Enquiries:  Please contact Chloe 0448 177 083  to make your booking or click on the link below to book directly through Eventbrite.
 
29
Apr
2025

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Noosa

29-04-2025 6:30 pm -8:30 pm
Free

Last Tuesday 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: The J - The Banksia Room, Level 1/60 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads 
Enquiries:  Mona 0491 091 630 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222

30
Apr
2025

Stepping Forward - QLD - Rockhampton

30-04-2025 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Free
 Module:    Session 4 – Drug and Alcohol Treatment Options
                         
Venue: FDS Rockhampton, Rockhampton Business Centre,  110-114 Campbell Street, Rockhampton 4701
 
Enquiries and Bookings:  Please contact Belinda 0490 536 976 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
 
or click on the link below to book directly via Eventbrite
30
Apr
2025

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Bayside

30-04-2025 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

Last 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: Salvation Army Bayside Community Church, Cnr Macarthur Street & McDonald Road, Alexandra Hills.
Enquiries: Jascinta 0490 788 382 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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