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.

Free kayaking event, morning tea and lunch provided You are invited to join us for kayaking along the Brisbane River with morning tea and lunch provided. This event is specifically for young carers (16 – 25 years) who care for or about somebody with a mental health illness. We will also be joined by Carers Queensland who will help us facilitate the activity. At Arafmi we understand that caring for loved ones with a mental health illness is something that not everybody understands. We have created this event to provide a safe and supportive space for young carers to engage with each other and find support. About the adventure At Riverlife, the Day Kayak Adventure will have you soaking up sunshine and city views seeing Brisbane from a new perspective. The fully-qualified and fantastic guides will make you comfortable and well-informed throughout your experience. Depending on the tide times, we are going to head towards the Story Bridge or South Bank on our kayaking journey. As a result of this we always kayak with the tide on our side for the home stretch. Don’t worry, there are awesome sights and photo spots each way! After checking-in, the session starts with...

In this session you will explore what a Stay Well Plan and Committee are, the benefits of developing one for you and the person you support. This information session is designed specifically for people who care for a friend or family member with mental health needs.

This session will explore the avenue service users, carers, family members and friends have at their disposal The Complaints about a Health Services session will explore the avenue service users, carers, family members and friends have at their disposal. This information session is designed specifically for people who care for a friend or family member with mental health needs.