Families want change in drug policy. They are smart, informed and impatient for a health-based response. There is strong support for a reform agenda around drug policy which better reflects the knowledge and work of families in supporting their loved ones. At this month’s forum, Family Drug Support’s (FDS) Chloe Span presents on the findings
Since 2015, BreakThrough: Families understanding addiction has helped family members across Victoria better understand drug use, improve communication and wellbeing, and access appropriate support networks. BreakThrough offers practical strategies and support, and provides an opportunity for family members to connect and learn from each other.
Dear Colleagues, VAADA is delighted to announce we will be hosting a series of forums facilitated by former ABC radio presenter Jon Faine. Each of the three forums will feature Victorian State MPs (or their representatives) detailing their vision and priorities for AOD, followed by a facilitated Q&A session and informal afternoon tea with the
Family Drug Support’s flagship and award winning Stepping Stones program is specifically designed for family and carers of AOD dependents. The 2 x weekend course (25th, 26th of June & 2nd, 3rd of July) brings people together to share common challenges and strategies. Stepping Stones aims to increase family’s confidence and competence in managing complex
You are invited to an exclusive AOD double feature at the iconic Astor Theatre to celebrate Support. Don't Punish day on Saturday 25th June. In conjunction with other leading AOD organisations, Drug Policy Australia is screening a double feature of The Fix, and Elvis a classic Australian film starring Health Ledger and Geoffrey Rush in
VAADA is delighted to be hosting a series of forums facilitated by former ABC radio presenter Jon Faine. Each of the three forums will feature Victorian State MPs (or their representatives) detailing their vision and priorities for AOD followed by a facilitated Q&A session and informal afternoon tea with the sector. The second session will
Tuesday November 8th 2022 10:00am-3:30pm (fully catered) Latrobe City Campus, 360 Collins Street, Melbourne (and streamed online via ZOOM) Click here to register Join us for an informative and entertaining forum covering a diverse set of topics including: The only way out is in: Addictions, Trauma, and Psychedelics Kamini vidrawan ras: Emergence and implications of
This community forum is for families and friends impacted by someone's drug and/or gambling use. It will support you to get the facts, develop strategies and find out where to access help and support
Dear Sector colleagues and partners To conclude our week of events marking International Overdose Awareness Day, the Department of Health's #IOAD2023 Committee are delighted to host a 60 minute learning session with special guests Assoc Prof Jennifer Schumann and intensive care paramedic Richard Armour. Jenn Schumann (Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine; Monash University) will be presenting the
Since 2015, this unique program has helped family members across Victoria better understand addictive behaviors, improve communication and wellbeing, and access appropriate support networks. BreakThrough offers practical strategies and support, and provides an opportunity for family/friends/partners of people with addictive behaviors to connect and learn from each other. This session includes information about models of
