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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.

15
Apr
2025

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Rockhampton - Daytime

15-04-2025 10:30 am -12:30 pm
Free

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

15
Apr
2025

Family Support Meeting - SA - Mount Gambier

15-04-2025 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

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: The Boardroom, Mount Gambier Community RSL, 16 Sturt Street, MOUNT GAMBIER


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

15
Apr
2025

Family Support Meeting - NSW - Hornsby

15-04-2025 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

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

 
15
Apr
2025

Family Support Meeting - QLD - Nundah

15-04-2025 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free

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

15
Apr
2025

Family Support Meeting - VIC - Corio (Geelong Area)

15-04-2025 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 

15
Apr
2025

Stepping Forward - VIC - Online

15-04-2025 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free
Modules:
Session 1 - Families Stages of Change
        
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.
 
15
Apr
2025

Stepping Forward - ACT - Online

15-04-2025 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
Free
Modules:
Session 1 - Families Stages of Change
        
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.
 
16
Apr
2025

Stepping Forward - SA - Mount Gambier

16-04-2025 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Free
Modules: 
Session 2 – Effective Communication
                         
Venue:  Mount Gambier Library,
6 Watson Terrace Mount Gambier, SA 5290
 
 
Bookings & Enquiries:  Please contact  Jan 0490 759 649  by 14 April to make your booking or click on the link below to book directly through Eventbrite.
 
16
Apr
2025

Stepping Forward - QLD - Mossman

16-04-2025 1:00 pm -3:00 pm
Free
Modules: 
Families Stages of Change (QAIHC)
                         
Venue: Mossman Support Services, 20 Mill Street Mossman, QLD 4873
 
Bookings & Enquiries:  Please contact Shammah on 0490 799 180 to make your booking
 
or click on the link below to book directly via Eventbrite
 
16
Apr
2025

Stepping Forward - QLD - Warwick

16-04-2025 4:00 pm -6:30 pm
Free
Modules:
Session 1 – Families Stages of Change
Session 2 –  Effective Communication
                          
Venue: Williams Hall, 37 Guy Street, Warwick QLD 4370

Bookings & Enquiries: Please contact Edgar 0484 002 178 to make your booking or click on the link below to book directly via Eventbrite

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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