Supporting an NDIS application or plan review? Learn to write a carer statement that highlights your role and your person’s support needs. 1-hour, free, online information session for mental health carers. A well-written carer statement can make a big difference. In this free 1-hour session, you'll learn what to include, how to describe the support you provide, and the best way to structure and strengthen your carer statement. You’ll walk away with: a clear understanding of what a carer statement is and why it matters practical tips on how to write one effectively examples of different formats you can use. Join us to gain skills in writing a strong carer statement and help the person you support access the services they need. This information session is designed specifically for family members, kin, young carers, friends and other individuals who support someone experiencing mental ill-health. We are a Queensland-based service. This session will be held on Microsoft Teams. You’ll get a confirmation email with the link and step-by-step instructions. Please check your inbox and junk folder. Before the session: You'll need to download the free Microsoft Teams app on your device (phone, tablet or computer) to join this session. 👉 Click here to download...

Our Online Support Groups provide a safe and supportive environment where participants can share their experiences, explore alternative coping strategies, support other group members, or simply listen and observe.

Our Online Support Groups provide a safe and supportive environment where participants can share their experiences, explore alternative coping strategies, support other group members, or simply listen and observe.

Join us for a relaxed and meaningful day for the fellas!Men’s Day Retreat Join us for a relaxed and meaningful day for the fellas!We’ll start the morning with a workshop at the Hub, a discussion about our caring roles, followed by a BBQ lunch where you can unwind and connect with others.In the afternoon, we’ll head over to the New Farm Bowls Club for a friendly game of lawn bowls from 1:00–3:00pm.It’s a great opportunity to take a break, share a few laughs, and focus on wellbeing — plus, everyone will receive a goodie bag to take home.

Join us for Coffee Connect on the Fourth Tuesday of the month in Atherton. Drop in, have a chat and catch up with Arafmi and other carers. All mental health carers supporting family members, kin or friends experiencing mental ill-health are welcome.

Our online support groups provide a safe and supportive environment where participants can share their experiences, explore alternative coping strategies, support other group members, or simply listen and observe.

Money worries can add extra stress to your caring role, but support is available. Learn more about where to get the best help. 1–hour, free information session for mental health carers. Caring for someone with mental ill-health can come with financial challenges, but support is available. In this free 1-hour session, we’ll break down the financial support available to carers, including free financial services, emergency assistance and crisis payments. Please note that as Arafmi is a Queensland-based service, the information provided will focus on supports available in Queensland. Join us to get the info you need to access support and make things a little easier. This information session is designed specifically for family members, kin, young carers, friends and other individuals who support someone experiencing mental ill-health. We are a Queensland-based service. This session will be held on Microsoft Teams. You’ll get a confirmation email with the link and step-by-step instructions. Please check your inbox and junk folder. Before the session: You'll need to download the free Microsoft Teams app on your device (phone, tablet or computer) to join this session. 👉 Click here to download the Teams app For more information about how to register for and join the online session, please...

This workshop shares practical tips to help support ourselves and others through the often stressful end-of-year period. The end of the year can be a stressful and emotional time. This workshop involves sharing stories, tips and tricks and exploring situations together to support ourselves and others through this time. This session is designed specifically for family members, kin, young carers, friends and other individuals who support someone experiencing mental ill-health. We are a Queensland-based service. This session will be held on Microsoft Teams. You’ll get a confirmation email with the link and step-by-step instructions. Please check your inbox and junk folder. Before the session: You'll need to download the free Microsoft Teams app on your device (phone, tablet or computer) to join this session. 👉 Click here to download the Teams app For more information about how to register for and join the online session, please see the Carer Information Sheet on Education Events. If you need help joining, call our Carer Support Team on 1300 554 660 or 1800 351 881 (Regional QLD).  

Supporting positive wellbeing Create and Connect is a monthly group where carers experience a range of creative activities like journalling to support positive wellbeing.

Our Gold Coast Carer Support Group provides a safe and supportive environment where participants can share their experiences, explore alternative coping strategies, support other group members, or simply listen and observe.

Join us for Coffee Connect on the last Thursday of the month in Toowoomba. Drop in, have a chat and catch up with Arafmi and other carers.
All mental health carers supporting family members, kin or friends experiencing mental ill-health are welcome.

Our Inner Brisbane Carer Support Group provides a safe and supportive environment where participants can share their experiences, explore alternative coping strategies, support other group members, or simply listen and observe.

Our Inner Brisbane Carer Support Group provides a safe and supportive environment where participants can share their experiences, explore alternative coping strategies, support other group members, or simply listen and observe.