Thank you for your ongoing membership and support of Arafmi. You are cordially invited to attend Arafmi’s Annual General Meeting (AGM)Join us for our 2024 AGM as we speak about the highlights and challenges of the2023 -2024 financial year and look to the opportunities ahead.
Creating and Maintaining Healthy Personal Boundaries and Communicating Effectively for family and carers.Join us for a Boundaries Workshop for mental health carers on the Gold CoastThe workshop is a partnership between Arafmi and Mental Health & Specialist Services, Lived Experience (Peer) Workforce, Southport Gold Coast Health. This workshop is designed specifically for people who care for a friend or family member experiencing mental ill-health.In this workshop we will look at what boundaries are and how and when to practice steps to set personal boundaries.This workshop is offered free of charge to those caring for a friend or family member experiencing mental ill-health.Southport Health Precinct, Level 3 Safe Space,16-30 High Street, Southport QLD 4215
Kayak, connect, and enjoy activities for young carers, ages 18-25. Free kayaking event, morning tea and lunch provided.Join us for an awesome day of kayaking and activities along the Brisbane River!When: Thursday 12 December, 9:30am-3:00pmThis event is just for young carers (18-25) who support someone experiencing mental ill-health. Whether you're up for some kayaking action or just want to relax with new friends under the gazebo, there's something fun for everyone.We get that being a young carer can feel tough and isolating. This event is all about giving you a break, connecting with others who get it, and having a good time in a relaxed, supportive space. Plus, we've got morning tea and lunch covered!About the adventureAdventure at RiverlifeGet ready to explore the Brisbane River in a whole new way! The Day Kayak Adventure lets you soak up the sunshine and take in stunning city views from the water. With the guidance of friendly, fully-qualified instructors, you'll feel at ease as you learn new kayaking skills and enjoy a scenic adventure.Depending on tide times, we’ll head towards the iconic Story Bridge or the vibrant South Bank. Either way, there will be plenty of picturesque sights and perfect photo opportunities along...
When applying for NDIS funding, a statement from a carer can provide valuable information to assist someone to successfully gain access.Developing a Carer Statement session will cover useful information to include in a carer statement and different formats that can used.This information session is designed specifically for people who care for a friend or family member with mental health needs.
Our Chermside Carer Support Group offers a supportive environment where people have the opportunity to talk about their experiences, help explore alternative ways of coping, offer support to other group members, or to simply listen and observe. Support groups are also a valuable means of informing carers of Arafmi services and resources that are available to assist their caring role.
Second Saturday of each month from 10am. Our Cleveland Carer Support Group offers a supportive environment where people have the opportunity to talk about their experiences, help explore alternative ways of coping, offer support to other group members, or to simply listen and observe. Support groups are also a valuable means of informing carers of Arafmi services and resources that are available to assist their caring role.
Our Caloundra Carer Support Group offers a supportive environment where people have the opportunity to talk about their feelings, help explore alternative ways of coping, offer support to other group members, or to simply listen and observe. Support groups are also a valuable means of informing carers of Arafmi services and resources that are available to assist their caring role.
The workshop will help you gain a greater understanding of what self-care is for you and develop your own self-care plan.
Caring for a loved one with a Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can bring with it some unique challenges. This support group has been created specifically to support the carers of those with a BPD and is a result of recent feedback from our carers.
In this workshop, we will look at how skills adapted from motivational interviewing can support us in having supportive interactions.Communicating with our loved ones, supporting them through their struggles and on their recovery journey can be very challenging. Motivational interviewing is a communication strategy used by health professional to support people in making healthy changes. In this workshop, we will look at skills adapted from motivational interviewing that we can use to support our loved ones on their journey.This information session is designed specifically for people who care for a friend or family member with mental health needs.
Join us for Coffee Connect on the third Friday of the month in Townsville. All carers supporting family or friends experiencing mental ill-health are welcome.
Third Friday of each month from 10am. Our Redcliffe Carer Support Group offers a supportive environment where people have the opportunity to talk about their feelings, help explore alternative ways of coping, offer support to other group members, or to simply listen and observe. Support groups are also a valuable means of informing carers of Arafmi services and resources that are available to assist their caring role.
Arafmi acknowledges Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Nations peoples of Australia and recognises their continuing connection to country, waters, kin, and communities. We pay our respect to Elders past, present and future and are committed to ensuring that Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples voices are heard and respected across Queensland.
