7 events found.
Week of Events
Monday, June 15, 2026
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June 15, 2026 -Arafmi Carer Online Carer Coaching Group – Sunshine Coast
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June 15, 2026 -Arafmi Carer Online Carer Coaching Group
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June 15, 2026 -The NDIS: What we know (Online)
Arafmi Carer Online Carer Coaching Group – Sunshine Coast
Do you support someone with mental health needs? Are you interested in connecting with other carers and learning new skills? You are invited to join our Carer Coach Sue Hopkins for a series of 9 online workshops designed to assist carers. The workshops will: Assist you to build practical skills for navigating the caring role Support you to learn strategies to for your own wellbeing Connect you with other carers who “get it” Provide access local support options and resources Offer tools and insights to help lighten the load and strengthen your confidence Each week a different topic will be covered including: Understanding the Carer Journey What makes for good support Understanding Inclusion and Advocacy Planning Ahead for Yourself Post Crisis and more…. These supportive workshops will give you time to reflect on your caring role and build strategies to allow you to care more sustainably for the person you support and look after you. If you are interested reserve a spot on the link and we will be in contact to finalise your registration. You don’t need to be registered with Carer Gateway or Arafmi to reserve a spot. We can assist you with this. Each Monday, from 20...
Arafmi Carer Online Carer Coaching Group
Do you support someone with mental health needs? Are you interested in connecting with other carers and learning new skills? You are invited to join our Carer Coach Tracey-Lee for a series of 9 online workshops designed to assist carers. The workshops will: Assist you to build practical skills for navigating the caring role Support you to learn strategies to for your own wellbeing Connect you with other carers who “get it” Provide access local support options and resources Offer tools and insights to help lighten the load and strengthen your confidence Each week a different topic will be covered including: Understanding the Carer Journey What makes for good support Understanding Inclusion and Advocacy Planning Ahead for Yourself Post Crisis and more…. These supportive workshops will give you time to reflect on your caring role and build strategies to allow you to care more sustainably for the person you support and look after you. If you are interested reserve a spot on the link and we will be in contact to finalise your registration. You don’t need to be registered with Carer Gateway or Arafmi to reserve a spot. We can assist you with this. 📅 Each Monday, from 20...
The NDIS: What we know (Online)
Are you providing care for someone who has an NDIS plan to support their mental health? The NDIS: What We Know Are you looking for accurate information about the future of the NDIS? Then this special Arafmi event may be for you. Online Event Monday 15 June 5.30pm - 6.30pm Online - Via teams meeting Arafmi is here to support carers through the uncertainty of the future of the NDIS. In this event, we will outline the facts of what is on the public record about the changes. Therefore, this session is specifically for people providing care to someone who experiences mental health challenges, and receives an NDIS plan. 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...
Free
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
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June 16, 2026 -Self-Care for Carers
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June 16, 2026 -Caloundra Carer Support Group
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June 16, 2026 -Culture Care Carer Support Group – Upper Mount Gravatt
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June 16, 2026 -Arafmi Online In Person Peer Support Group for Mental Health Carers – Sunshine Coast
Self-Care for Carers
Your wellbeing can take second place in a caring role–join this workshop to explore self-care strategies and make a plan that works for you.2-hour, free workshop for mental health carers.Often your own wellbeing takes second place when caring for someone. But looking after yourself is just as important.In this free workshop, we’ll explore what self-care really means, why it matters and how to build simple habits that fit into your life. You’ll reflect on what works for you and what gets in the way of looking after yourself. We help you to create a self-care plan to support your wellbeing.You’ll walk away with:an understanding of what self-care looks like for youpractical ways to reduce stress and rechargea self-care plan you can start usinguseful resources and strategies to make self-care a regular habit.Join us to explore simple ways to prioritise your own wellbeing—because caring for yourself helps you keep caring for others.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.
Free
Caloundra Carer Support Group
Our Caloundra 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.
Culture Care Carer Support Group – Upper Mount Gravatt
Do you care for a family member, partner, or friend who is feeling stressed, sad or experiencing mental health challenges? Are you feeling overwhelmed?
You may be a carer, even if you don’t call yourself one. Join our safe and welcoming group for adults from multicultural communities.
Arafmi Online In Person Peer Support Group for Mental Health Carers – Sunshine Coast
Supporting someone with mental health needs? Connect online with others and make positive changes. Caring for someone with mental health challenges can be difficult and challenging at times but you don’t need to do this alone. You are invited to join our Carer Facilitator Sue for a series of 6 in online support groups designed specifically for mental health carers. Over 6 weeks you will: Connect with other carers who “get it” Reflect on your caring role and what you need Explore changes that could be made Build hope and a sense of community Be supported in your caring role and more… These groups will give you an opportunity to have some time out for you, reflect on your caring role and your needs and build connection and confidence. If you are interested reserve a spot on the link and we will be in contact to finalise your registration. You don’t need to be registered with Carer Gateway or Arafmi to reserve a spot. We can assist you with this. 📅 Date: Starts Tuesday 26 May ⏰ Time: 6.00pm - 7.30pm 📍 Location: Online If you have trouble registering for this session or have any questions please contact our team...
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
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June 17, 2026 -Living Well Sessions. Gentle Spaces for Carers to Pause, Connect & Recharge
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June 17, 2026 -Motivational Interviewing: A New Approach for Carers to Communicate
Living Well Sessions. Gentle Spaces for Carers to Pause, Connect & Recharge
Caring for someone can often mean putting your own needs aside for long periods of time. Living Well Sessions have been created to offer carers supporting someone experiencing mental health challenges a chance to step away from the everyday pressures of caring and reconnect with themselves, others, and the community around them. Across June, we’ll be offering a range of relaxed, small-group wellbeing days designed to feel welcoming, calming, and easy to engage with. These sessions focus on simple moments of connection, reflection, creativity, movement, and rest - without pressure or expectation. Whether you feel like getting outdoors, having a conversation, enjoying a peaceful activity, or simply taking a few hours for yourself, we’d love to welcome you along. To register your interest, simply submit an EOI (Expression of Interest) for one session day. Please note this is not a confirmed booking. Before attending, we’ll arrange a short wellbeing conversation to help find the session that best suits you and support a safe, welcoming experience for everyone. The Living Well Sessions will take place in locations across the greater Brisbane area. Each session offers a gentle space to pause, reconnect, and take some time for yourself. Carers are invited to...
Motivational Interviewing: A New Approach for Carers to Communicate
In this workshop, learn a proven approach to help the person you care for feel understood and confident to take steps for lasting change.A 2–hour, free workshop for mental health carers.Want to help the person you care for make positive and lasting changes but not sure how? Maybe you’ve tried everything, but nothing seems to work.This session will introduce a simple, proven approach to having supportive conversations that can actually help.You'll walk away with:easy ways to talk about change without pressuresimple techniques to help the person you care for feel heard and understoodpractical tools to encourage them to take positive steps.Join us to learn practical skills that can make a real difference.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.
Free
Thursday, June 18, 2026
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June 18, 2026 -Cooroy Mental Health Carer Connection Group
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June 18, 2026 -Caring for a Spouse or Partner Support Group (Online)
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June 18, 2026 -Supporting Mental Health Recovery: Tools for Carers
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June 18, 2026 -Borderline Personality Disorder Support Group (Online)
Cooroy Mental Health Carer Connection Group
Our Cooroy 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.
Caring for a Spouse or Partner Support Group (Online)
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.
Supporting Mental Health Recovery: Tools for Carers
Learn practical tools for carers to support the mental health recovery of the person you care for, while navigating the ups and downs.A 2–hour, free workshop for mental health carers.Mental health recovery has its ups and downs. So how do you help your person without feeling overwhelmed?This session will give you simple, practical tools to feel more confident in supporting the person you care for on their recovery journey – to regain some wellbeing.You’ll walk away with:a clearer understanding of what mental health recovery meanssimple ways to navigate setbacks.Join us to learn how to support recovery while taking care of your own wellbeing.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.
Free
Borderline Personality Disorder Support Group (Online)
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.
Friday, June 19, 2026
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June 19, 2026 -Townsville Coffee Connect
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June 19, 2026 -Living Well Sessions. Gentle Spaces for Carers to Pause, Connect & Recharge
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June 19, 2026 -Redcliffe Carer Support Group
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June 19, 2026 -Arafmi Carer In-Person Carer Coaching Group – Upper Mount Gravatt
Townsville Coffee Connect
Join us for Coffee Connect on the third Friday of the month in Townsville. 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.
Living Well Sessions. Gentle Spaces for Carers to Pause, Connect & Recharge
Caring for someone can often mean putting your own needs aside for long periods of time. Living Well Sessions have been created to offer carers supporting someone experiencing mental health challenges a chance to step away from the everyday pressures of caring and reconnect with themselves, others, and the community around them. Across June, we’ll be offering a range of relaxed, small-group wellbeing days designed to feel welcoming, calming, and easy to engage with. These sessions focus on simple moments of connection, reflection, creativity, movement, and rest - without pressure or expectation. Whether you feel like getting outdoors, having a conversation, enjoying a peaceful activity, or simply taking a few hours for yourself, we’d love to welcome you along. To register your interest, simply submit an EOI (Expression of Interest) for one session day. Please note this is not a confirmed booking. Before attending, we’ll arrange a short wellbeing conversation to help find the session that best suits you and support a safe, welcoming experience for everyone. The Living Well Sessions will take place in locations across the greater Brisbane area. Each session offers a gentle space to pause, reconnect, and take some time for yourself. Carers are invited to...
Redcliffe Carer Support Group
Our Redcliffe 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.
Arafmi Carer In-Person Carer Coaching Group – Upper Mount Gravatt
Do you support someone with mental health needs? Are you interested in connecting with other carers and learning new skills? You are invited to join our Carer Coach Tracey-Lee for a series of 9 in person workshops designed to assist carers. The workshops will: Assist you to build practical skills for navigating the caring role Support you to learn strategies to for your own wellbeing Connect you with other carers who “get it” Provide access local support options and resources Offer tools and insights to help lighten the load and strengthen your confidence Each week a different topic will be covered including: Understanding the Carer Journey What makes for good support Understanding Inclusion and Advocacy Planning Ahead for Yourself Post Crisis and more…. These supportive workshops will give you time to reflect on your caring role and build strategies to allow you to care more sustainably for the person you support and look after you. If you are interested reserve a spot on the link and we will be in contact to finalise your registration. You don’t need to be registered with Carer Gateway or Arafmi to reserve a spot. We can assist you with this. 📅 Each Friday 24...
Saturday, June 20, 2026
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June 20, 2026 -Bayside Carer Support Group
Bayside Carer Support Group
Our Bayside 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.
Sunday, June 21, 2026
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