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
It's important to note that BreakThrough is an education program and while each session includes group discussion about a particular topic or theme, people requiring more intensive support in relation to their own circumstances are strongly encouraged to contact Family Drug and Gambling Help on 1300 660 068 to speak to a trained volunteer with
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. This group runs online, please enquire to register for this group. Enquiries: Cadence 0493 683 860 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
Introducing the Alcohol and Other Drug Essentials for Mental Health Workers series Comorbidity is the norm rather than the exception in mental health. In this new series of half day interactive online workshops designed specifically for the mental health sector, we cover what you need to know about alcohol and other drug presentations in your
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
Are you interested in developing the knowledge, skills and principles required to work across sectors, including, Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD), child protection, mental health, family violence and criminal/youth justice? Dr Tejaswini Patil and industry experts from AOD, child and family services, criminal justice and drug policy have co-developed this unique, affordable and innovative short
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
Online BreakThrough sessions go for 1 hour and cover topics relevant to families who are dealing with a loved one's drug use. Some content will be specific to substance misuse, other material will cover addictive behaviours more broadly. It's important to note that BreakThrough is an education program and while each session includes group discussion
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. This group runs online, please enquire to register for this group. Enquiries: Cadence 0493 683 860 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
Overview HEPReady Essentials Online is designed for health and community workers who want a basic overview of viral hepatitis and liver health, or would like to refresh their knowledge. This training is delivered regularly throughout the year, with sessions delivered fully online. It covers new treatments, stigma and discrimination, a lived experience perspective, as well
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
The Victorian Substance Use Research Forum (VSURF) are pleased to invite you to our *online* October webinar where Dr Kasun Rathnayake from the Burnet Institute will be presenting work examining changes in the price and purity of methamphetamine and heroin in Melbourne, Victoria between 2009 and 2020. Please email vicsubstanceuseresearchforum@gmail.com to be added to the
Topic: MIND Mental Health & Wellbeing Hub Abbotsford: providing psychosocial supports for people experiencing mental health concerns and life stressors including substance use. Presenter: Callum Fleming, Lead Practitioner, Mental Health & Wellbeing Hubs, Mind Australia Tuesdays with Nexus is a monthly interactive online session. It is an invitation to connect professionally and share information. Register for Tuesdays
Introducing the Alcohol and Other Drug Essentials for Mental Health Workers series Comorbidity is the norm rather than the exception in mental health. In this new series of half day interactive online workshops designed specifically for the mental health sector, we cover what you need to know about alcohol and other drug presentations in your
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
This 1-day symposium is for anyone supporting women with substance use issues. Women’s experiences with substance use and support services are often shaped by distinct factors, such as societal expectations and caregiving roles amongst others. These factors can influence their reasons for using substances, create unique barriers to seeking help, and affect their recovery journey. Additionally, women often encounter
Duration: Half Day Number of DHHS funded courses run each financial year: 8 Maximum number of attendees: 15 Forensic Fundamentals Summary Forensic Fundamentals is a half-day online forensic clinical training session for Victorian Alcohol and other Drug Workers. Learning Outcomes The Forensic Fundamentals training session will provide attendees with information and clinical skills for
Peer Projects, a program of SHARC are thrilled to announce registrations are now open for the next round of SHARC Peer Worker Training. Details as follows: Eligibility: This training is free for AOD Peer Workers in state-funded services in Victoria. Duration: 5 days, 9:30am - 4:00pm each day. Dates: 16th,17th,18th, 21st, and 22nd of October 2024 Where:
Peer Projects, a program of SHARC are thrilled to announce registrations are now open for the next round of SHARC Peer Worker Training. Details as follows: Eligibility: This training is free for AOD Peer Workers in state-funded services in Victoria. Duration: 5 days, 9:30am - 4:00pm each day. Dates: 16th,17th,18th, 21st, and 22nd of October 2024 Where:
Presented by Alice Frank, Senior Pharmacist at the Hamilton Centre. This presentation will provide an overview of opioid pharmacotherapy prescribed for people with co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns. Thursday, 17 October 2024 - 10:00am – 11:00am. This is an online event via Zoom. This webinar is suitable for workers in the AOD and
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
Peer Projects, a program of SHARC are thrilled to announce registrations are now open for the next round of SHARC Peer Worker Training. Details as follows: Eligibility: This training is free for AOD Peer Workers in state-funded services in Victoria. Duration: 5 days, 9:30am - 4:00pm each day. Dates: 16th,17th,18th, 21st, and 22nd of October 2024 Where:
Peer Projects, a program of SHARC are thrilled to announce registrations are now open for the next round of SHARC Peer Worker Training. Details as follows: Eligibility: This training is free for AOD Peer Workers in state-funded services in Victoria. Duration: 5 days, 9:30am - 4:00pm each day. Dates: 16th,17th,18th, 21st, and 22nd of October 2024 Where:
Peer Projects, a program of SHARC are thrilled to announce registrations are now open for the next round of SHARC Peer Worker Training. Details as follows: Eligibility: This training is free for AOD Peer Workers in state-funded services in Victoria. Duration: 5 days, 9:30am - 4:00pm each day. Dates: 16th,17th,18th, 21st, and 22nd of October 2024 Where:
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
Join the authors of OPIATE NATION, Jude DiMeglio Trang and John M Trang, as they discuss their book with Jack Nagle (Real Drug Talk) and answer questions about addiction and recovery. After losing their son to a heroin overdose in Arizona, the Trang's wrote their book as a way to deal with their loss and
Online BreakThrough sessions go for 1 hour and cover topics relevant to families who are dealing with a loved one's drug use. Some content will be specific to substance misuse, other material will cover addictive behaviours more broadly. It's important to note that BreakThrough is an education program and while each session includes group discussion
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. This group runs online, please enquire to register for this group. Enquiries: Cadence 0493 683 860 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
Learn how to identify and resolve roadblocks to ensure treatment stays on track If you’ve ever experienced a rupture in treatment, you’ll know how important developing and maintaining good therapeutic relationships is. What can you do when things go wrong? Therapeutic impasses can not only be frustrating and difficult to resolve but can also impact
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
Lift Up Your Family (LUYF) Group is being offered for term 4! LUYF is a group for parents and caregivers who are supporting a young person who uses substances. This group provides opportunity to learn about substance use, recovery and to connect with other parents/caregivers who are having similar experiences. Catchment: Frankston/Mornington Peninsula When: Thursday
This training is for AOD workers who would like to develop their skills in working with trans and gender diverse (TGD) communities. Key topics covered: Overview of basic concepts regarding TGD people (sexuality =/= gender; pronouns; definitions) Data and statistics for different TGD populations relating to AOD, mental health and access to support Minority stress
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
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. This group runs online, please enquire to register for this group. Enquiries: Cadence 0493 683 860 or Head Office (02) 4782 9222
Develop an in depth understanding of sleep People with alcohol and other drug issues and mental health issues are up to 10 times more likely to experience sleep problems. We now know that poor sleep contributes to a range of other physical and mental health problems, as well as low resilience and low motivation. Some
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
Lift Up Your Family (LUYF) Group is being offered for term 4! LUYF is a group for parents and caregivers who are supporting a young person who uses substances. This group provides opportunity to learn about substance use, recovery and to connect with other parents/caregivers who are having similar experiences. Catchment: Frankston/Mornington Peninsula When: Thursday