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Stepping Stones: Support for families and carers of people who use drugs and alcohol. Family Drug Support education and support program for families effected by drug and alcohol use

Harm Reduction Victoria 299-305 Victoria Street, Brunswick, Victoria, Australia

Family Drug Support’s flagship and award winning Stepping Stones program is specifically designed for family and carers of people who use Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD).  The 2 x weekend course –  4 x full days – brings people together to share common challenges and strategies.  Stepping Stones aims to increase family’s confidence and competence in managing complex

$70

Depression and alcohol or other drug use: what clinicians need to know

Online webinar

Presented by: Dr. Vicki Giannopoulos (Senior Clinical Psychologist, Sydney Local Health District Drug Health Services, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital) This webinar will provide participants with an understanding of: How to identify comorbid depression in patients with substance use disorder The current evidence-based practice for treating comorbid depression and substance use disorders Practical treatment strategies for

Free

BreakThrough – Addiction and Mental Health

Online

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

Free

Rethinking the governance of ‘young people’ and drugs

RMIT University, Building 8, Level 4, Room 11 Megaflex 1 Swanston Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

VSURF quarterly in-person seminar, hosted by Social Equity Research Centre, RMIT, Swanston St, Melbourne. When: Friday 16th August, 4-5pm, followed by drinks/networking Where: This is a hybrid event. Register here for in-person or online attendance: https://events.humanitix.com/the-victorian-substance-use-research-forum-vsurf-quarterly-seminar What: A talk followed by Q&A Title: Rethinking the governance of ‘young people’ and drugs Abstract: This talk, based

Free

Tuesdays with Nexus 20 August 2024

Online

Topic: Harm Reduction Victoria and the role of their Peer Workforce Presenters: Jane Dicka and Brit Chapman Peer Workers, Harm Reduction Victoria Tuesdays with Nexus is a monthly interactive online session. It is an invitation to connect professionally and share information. Register for Tuesdays at Nexus at the link below.

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Standard Mental Health First Aid – 2 Day Course (Windana Moorabbin) Tuesday 20th August & Tuesday 27th August 2024 (9:00AM-4:30PM)

15-16/ 8 Tuck Street Moorabbin, 3189 Tuck Street, Moorabbin, Victoria, Australia

Learn how to assist adults who are developing a mental health problem, experiencing a worsening of an existing mental health problem or in a mental health crisis. Demonstrate your mental health first aid skills by becoming an Accredited Mental Health First Aider. You will need to complete an online assessment after the course to become

$275

Drug checking: What can Australia’s Victoria learn from Canada’s Victoria?

RMIT University, Kaleide Theatre, Building 8, 360 Swanston Street, Melbourne Swanston Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Drug checking: What can Australia's Victoria learn from Canada's Victoria? Hosted by Social Equity Research Centre, RMIT, Swanston St, Melbourne. Co-hosted by the Students for Sensible Drug Policy, Harm Reduction Victoria, Victorian Alcohol and Drug Association, Yarra Drug and Health Forum and the Victorian Substance Use Research Forum When: Tuesday 20th August, 4-5:30pm, followed by

Free

Talking Point – MOXY:  An open label pilot study of oxytocin for methamphetamine withdrawal in women

Zoom webinar

Talking Point - 21st August 2024, 1pm - 2pm - ONLINE MOXY:  An open label pilot study of oxytocin for methamphetamine withdrawal in women, presented by Dr Sarah Catchlove, Research Fellow, Turning Point & A/Prof Shalini Arunogiri, Clinical Director, Turning Point Statewide Services.  This presentation will provide an overview of the results of a recently completed

Free

BreakThrough – Grieving the Loss in Addiction

Online

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

Free
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Online Family Support Meeting

Online via Zoom

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

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