Events

NDRI WEBINAR: The challenges regulating, reducing, and measuring alcohol-related harm in the Northern Territory

The social costs and harms of alcohol consumption in the Northern Territory (NT) equate to $1.38 billion annually. The NT has the highest rates of alcohol consumption in Australia, and accordingly experiences the highest levels of alcohol-related harm. These harms are experienced across some of Australia’s most remote and disadvantaged communities. Consequently, a wide array

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BreakThrough : Emotional Impact of 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

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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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SHARC Peer Worker Training – October 2024

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:

Webinar | Bridging the gap: Effective opioid pharmacotherapy for co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns

Online via Zoom

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

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Family Support Meeting – Ringwood

EasternVolunteers 1a/36 New St, Ringwood VIC 3134

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

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Recurring

LYFT Up Your Family Group

Online

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

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SHARC Peer Worker Training – October 2024

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:

Recurring

SHARC Peer Worker Training – October 2024

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:

Recurring

SHARC Peer Worker Training – October 2024

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: