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SUMMARY:Food for Thought: Dinner\, Learning and Connection for Families and Carers of People Using Alcohol and/or Drugs (Ringwood)
DESCRIPTION:Join Family Drug Support during Carers Week for an evening of dinner\, practical learning and connection with other families and carers impacted by someone else’s alcohol or other drug use. \nA catered dinner is included\, followed by an interactive Stepping Forward: Setting Workable Boundaries session. \nSetting boundaries can be difficult when you care about someone using alcohol or other drugs. Families can find themselves caught between wanting to help\, trying to prevent harm\, and protecting their own wellbeing. \nDuring the session\, we will explore: Why setting boundaries can be difficult\nHow to set realistic boundaries that protect your wellbeing\nTips for communicating your boundaries\nRespond when boundaries are challenged\nMaintain connection with your person while changing how you respond to their substance useThe session is practical and designed specifically for families and carers. You can participate in discussion and reflection without any expectation to share personal details. \nYou will also have a chance to connect with other families and carers who understand the experience and learn more about the Ringwood Family Drug Support Group and ongoing support available from Family Drug Support. \nThis event is for family members and carers of people using alcohol and/or other drugs. Your person does not need to be in treatment\, seeking help or making changes for you to attend. \nPlaces are limited. Please register via Eventbrite by COB Friday 9th October. \nFor more information\, please contact Cadence: 0493 683 860 | cadence@fds.org.au \nThis event is supported by Carers Victoria.
URL:https://www.carersvictoria.org.au/event/food-for-thought-dinner-learning-and-connection-for-families-and-carers-of-people-using-alcohol-and-or-drugs-ringwood/2026-10-15/1/
LOCATION:Eastern Volunteers\, 1a/36 New Street\, Ringwood\, Victoria\, 3134\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Food for Thought: Dinner\, Learning and Connection for Families and Carers of People Using Alcohol and/or Drugs (Ringwood)
DESCRIPTION:Join Family Drug Support during Carers Week for an evening of dinner\, practical learning and connection with other families and carers impacted by someone else’s alcohol or other drug use. \nA catered dinner is included\, followed by an interactive Stepping Forward: Setting Workable Boundaries session. \nSetting boundaries can be difficult when you care about someone using alcohol or other drugs. Families can find themselves caught between wanting to help\, trying to prevent harm\, and protecting their own wellbeing. \nDuring the session\, we will explore: Why setting boundaries can be difficult\nHow to set realistic boundaries that protect your wellbeing\nTips for communicating your boundaries\nRespond when boundaries are challenged\nMaintain connection with your person while changing how you respond to their substance useThe session is practical and designed specifically for families and carers. You can participate in discussion and reflection without any expectation to share personal details. \nYou will also have a chance to connect with other families and carers who understand the experience and learn more about the Ringwood Family Drug Support Group and ongoing support available from Family Drug Support. \nThis event is for family members and carers of people using alcohol and/or other drugs. Your person does not need to be in treatment\, seeking help or making changes for you to attend. \nPlaces are limited. Please register via Eventbrite by COB Friday 9th October. \nFor more information\, please contact Cadence: 0493 683 860 | cadence@fds.org.au \nThis event is supported by Carers Victoria.
URL:https://www.carersvictoria.org.au/event/food-for-thought-dinner-learning-and-connection-for-families-and-carers-of-people-using-alcohol-and-or-drugs-ringwood/2026-10-15/2/
LOCATION:Eastern Volunteers\, 1a/36 New Street\, Ringwood\, Victoria\, 3134\, Australia
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