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Metro North Mental Health
Recovery and Clinical Programs
Prospectus
January – June 2019
The front cover artwork was created by Carrie Davies.
“Serenity”
I love to express myself, portraits are fun, and lately landscapes like this been on the easel. This recent
landscape was inspired by reminiscing about my past, having once lived there overlooking the mountains.
My art has helped me feel better and improved my self-esteem, I also enjoy showing others how to paint and
develop their creative skills.
If you are interested in Carrie’s art or you would like to find out more information on art programs, check out
page 13 or contact Peta Mitchell on 3139 3205 or email recovery_support_services@health.qld.gov.au.
The Prospectus is compiled and created by
The Metro North Mental Health Resource Team
Chermside Community Health Centre
490 Hamilton Road, Chermside, 4034
Phone: (07) 3139 3205
Email: Recovery_Support_Services@health.qld.gov.au
Welcome to the Prospectus: January – July 2019
This booklet contains a wide range of recovery focused courses and programs aimed at supporting people to
deal with the mental health challenges they experience and achieve the things they want out of life. A
personally meaningful and satisfying life is possible despite mental health challenges.
The Prospectus is also available on the following website
www.mymentalhealth.org.au
This website contains information about other mental health services, as well as community services and
resources.
How do I register for a course?
Phoning the contact number to directly apply
OR
Fill in the form attached to the back of this prospectus and sending it via:
Email:
Recovery_Support_Services@health.qld.gov.au
Post:
Recovery and Clinical Programs Team
490 Hamilton Road, Chermside, Q 4032
OR
Fill in the form online at www.mymentalhealth.org.au
If you have general questions about registering or any content in the prospectus please call (07) 3139 3205
for more information.
Referral only Icon
Some items are marked with this icon.
These programs can only be accessed by referral.
This means you must be a consumer of the following Mental Health Services in order to be eligible.
• Royal Brisbane
• The Prince Charles
• Redcliffe or Caboolture
• Participating NGO service
If you are interested in accessing these services or would like to know more details, please speak to
your doctor or mental health clinician to discuss eligibility. Once a referral is made a staff member will
contact you directly with further details.
Are you Nervous about participating?
Or do you have any concerns about coming along to the programs?
Many participants are nervous about joining a program for the first time. Some
people find it difficult talking in a group or being in a group, due to factors like loss of
confidence. Some people find it difficult to concentrate because of the difficulties they
are experiencing and are worried that they won’t be able to follow the entire program.
It’s quite normal for participants to be nervous or worried about attending a course.
All program facilitators are there to support you.
If you would like extra support or to discuss your concerns, please contact the
Program co-coordinators on the numbers provided.
Course Contents Section 1: Understanding the experience of mental health challenges and their treatment These information courses are open to everybody: people experiencing mental health issues, carers and families, mental health workers and members of the community. The Benefits of Art Therapy – Herston 1 Sensory Approaches for Dealing with Trauma, Anxiety, Depression and Psychosis 1 Learn About the Mental Health Act and Meet the Independent Patient Rights Advisors 2 Why a Recovery Plan? 2 Forum: Managing Anxiety 3 Section 2: Peer programs and how to get involved in our service These courses and programs are open to people who are experiencing mental illness, who want to support each other on their journey, or get involved in the Companion and Volunteer Programs. Consumer and Carer Individual Support Services 4 Redcliffe-Caboolture 4 Royal Brisbane & Women’s Hospital 4 The Prince Charles Hospital 4 Peer Support and Participation Groups 4 Aftercare - Peer Support Group – Redcliffe 4 Eating Disorders Queensland (EDQ) Peer Mentor Program –Toowong 4 Footprints – Hearing Voices Peer Support 5 Grow Recovery Groups 5 Grow Support Groups 6 Metro North Mental Health Volunteer Program 6 Neami - Peer Support 7 RFQ Hearing Voices – Herston 7 The Connection Crew - Peer Support Group –Northlakes 7 The Connection Crew - Peer Support Group – Annerley 8 QLD Health - Caboolture Peer Support 8 QLD Health – Nundah Peer Support Group 9 QLD Health – Pine Rivers Peer Support Group 9
Research & Clinical Trials 9 Cadence Clinical Trial 9 Section 3: Carer Support Programs Arafmi Carer Support Groups 10 Arafmi Education Sessions and Workshops 11 Eating Disorders Queensland (EDQ) Carer Peer Mentor Program –Toowong 12 QLD Health and Carers QLD – Peer Support 12 Section 4: Rebuilding Your Life Art and Groups for Creative Expression 13 Footprints - Creative Arts 13 Metro North Creative Arts Program 13 RFQ - Art Group 13 Upbeat Arts - Absolutely Everybody Brisbane Choir 14 Upbeat Arts - Word on the Street – Creative Writing 14 Upbeat Arts - Rhythm of Life Music Theatre Group 15 Health Living Exercise and Lifestyle 15 Eat Plant Learn Program – Neami 15 Footprints -Thomas Street Community Gardening Health Growing 16 Footprints - Touch Football 16 Heal Program 16 NEXT STEPS – Neami 17 SNAP Fitness Action Group 17 Weekly Soccer Games 17 (See also activities in the Social Connection Section Starting on Page 32) Programs for the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse 18 Brita Futures Program – Brisbane Northside 18 Problem Management Plus – Brisbane Northside 19 QPASTT Homework Club 19 Programs for Older Persons STEPPING ON Building Confidence and Reducing Falls 20
Programs for Younger Persons 21 CYMHS COPMI KIDZ CLUB 20 Speak Teen! Being Successful 21 Speak Teen! Mindset Mood and Motivation 22 Speak Teen! Raising Successful Teens 22 Speak Teen! Starting Work 23 Speak Teen! Teen Camps 23 Speak Teen! Free Speak School Community Talks 23 Tedd Noffs Foundation - Street University Creative Workshops 24 LGBTI Friendly Programs 24 Aftercare - Peninsula Pride Support Group 24 Ted Noffs Foundation - Breakfree LGBTI Support Group 24 Recovery and Wellbeing Mentoring Programs 25 Eating Disorders Queensland (EDQ) Wellbeing Program 25 Eating Disorders Queensland (EDQ) Group Therapy 25 Footprints – WRAP 25 Flourish Australia - Transitional Recovery Program 26 Metro North Mental Health - The Creative Network 27 Neami - Flourish Express 27 Neami - Flourish Program 27 Neami - Optimal Health Program 28 Open Minds - Residential Services 28 Open Minds - Living Well Workshops 28 Open Minds - Lifestyle Support 29 Open Minds - Specialist Services 29 Open Minds – Personal Helpers and Mentors (PHaMs) 30 Open Minds - Community links in Caboolture (CLIC) 30 Open Minds - Partners In Recovery (PIR) 30 Sensory Modulation 31 Footprints – Comfort Box 31 RFQ – New Sensations 31 RFQ – Making Sense 31
Social Connection & Life Skills 32 Aftercare – Music and Coffee (MaC) 32 Footprints – Working It Out (Employment Skills 32 Footprints – Successful Living 33 Open Minds – Partners In Recovery (PIR) 33 RFQ – Wise Choices Series 2 – Relationships 34 RFQ – Redcliffe Recovery Centre 34 RFQ – Various Group/Individual Support Programs 34 RFQ – MI Hub Connect 35 RFQ – Caboolture Recovery Centre 35 Wesley Mission QLD – Group61 35 Volunteering Queensland 36 Substance Support (alcohol, drugs and tobacco) 36 Communify Queensland – Springboard 36 Lives Lived Well- Outpatient Medical Withdrawal Program 37 Lives Lived Well – Outpatient Day Rehabilitation 37 Lives Lived Well – Counselling and Case Management 37 Metro North Mental Health – Smoke Free “Kick Butts” Program 38 Symptom Management & Therapy-based Programs 38 Aftercare – Safe Space 38 Footprints – DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) Life Skills Group 39 Footprints – SMART Recovery West End 39 Footprints – SMART Recovery Strathpine 39 Footprints – Buried In Treasures 40 Footprints – Mind & Body Awareness 40 Footprints – Art Therapy 40 Neami – WISE CHOICES Series 1 41 RFQ – Safe Space 41 RFQ – Healthy Bodies Healthy Minds Wise Choices Series 1 41 RFQ – Wise Choices in Relationships Series 2 42 RFQ – MI Hub Connect Sandgate 42 RFQ – NewAccess 43 The Prince Charles Hospital – DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) 43 QuEDS Day Program for Eating Disorder Recovery 44
Page 1
Section 1: Understanding the experience of mental health challenges and their treatment
MNMH RBWH The Benefits of Art Therapy
Name Position Phone Email
Imani Gunasekara Consumer Consultant 3646 1183 mnmh.consumer.carer.services@
health.qld.gov.au
Date Time Venue
28/02/2019 1 pm – 3 pm RBWH Education Centre
Art as therapy? Find out how art, and in the process of using art materials, people can gain control and
confidence. For some the art becomes more about relaxation or a social link, for others they find an inner
passion and go on to pursue goals as emerging artists. Overall, it’s the process and the actual art that
provide a voice and allow expression and some find this therapeutic. So, art can be therapy.
Peta Mitchell is the artist in residence at Metro North Mental Health. She has been working with adults in
the community and on the wards for the last 11 years. She is passionate about Recovery and assisting
people to use art as their medium on their recovery journey.
How to Register Phone 3646 1183 and speak to a member of the Consumer and Carer
Services Team
MNMH RBWH Sensory Approaches for Dealing with Trauma, Anxiety, Depression and
Psychosis
Name Position Phone Email
Imani Gunasekara Consumer Consultant 3646 1183 mnmh.consumer.carer.services@
health.qld.gov.au
Date Time Venue
21/03/19 1 pm – 2 pm RBWH Education Centre
This presentation will explore how using sensory input in our everyday lives can be an effective way to
manage in times of stress & to improve our mood in the moment. By doing so, we can increase feelings of
confidence and the ability to participate in activities and routines that are importance to us, thereby
improving our quality of life.
The application of sensory approaches will be discussed with reference to a number of mental health
issues, including depression, anxiety, psychosis & the experience of stressful & traumatic events.
Sally Mercier is an Occupational Therapist. She has recently completed a five-month project on the acute
mental health wards at RBWH, to assist consumers in using sensory approaches to manage their
mood/stress. During the project, Sally also provided training to staff in sensory modulation.
Sally has been at Metro North Mental Health Royal Brisbane & Women’s Hospital since 2008. During this
time, she has had the opportunity to work with people in areas including community & inpatient clinical
services, psychoeducation, and supervision.
Sally is interested in the benefits of utilising sensory based interventions and techniques in all phases of
an individual’s recovery, and actively supports people to develop their knowledge and skills in this
inervention area.
Page 2
How to Register Call 3646 1183 and speak to a member of the Consumer and Carer Services
team
MNMH RBWH Learn About the Mental Health Act and Meet the Independent Patient Rights
Advisors
Name Position Phone Email
Imani Gunasekara Consumer 3646 1183 mnmh.consumer.carer.services@health.qld
Consultant .gov.au
Date Time Venue
18/04/19 1:00pm-2:30pm RBWH Education Centre
Learn About the New Mental Health Act
Major changes to the Mental Health Act (MHA) have occurred. Corey Fulcher will provide an update on
these changes. Corey has worked for Metro North Mental Health – RBWH for over 10 years as the MHA
Administrator Delegate. He has a vast acquired knowledge of the MHA and its application within the
service.
Meet the Independent Patient Rights Advisors (IPRAs)
Ruth and Jason currently work as Independent Patient Rights Advisers at the Mental Health Centre at the
Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. This is a new role which was initiated as a result of the Mental
Health Act 2016.
Ruth completed her social work training in the UK and has had many years’ experience working as a
social worker in mental health services, older adults and adults with disabilities. Ruth has worked within a
Community Care Unit located in Brisbane, using a recovery based framework.
Jason's background is in psychology and justice (criminology) research. Prior to becoming an Independent
Patient Rights Adviser, Jason completed a research project in collaboration with the Department of
Justice. This investigated capacity and consent for people with impaired decision-making capacity within
the Criminal Code 1899 (QLD).
The IPRAs will discuss:
1. Preparation and information related to the Mental Health Review Tribunal
2. The role and responsibilities of Nominated Support Persons, family, carers and other support
persons
3. The process for obtaining a second opinion for treatment and care
4. Facilitating communication with the treating team regarding the views, wishes and preferences of a
patient
5. Advance Health Directives
6. Creating links with other services
How to Register Call 3646 1183 and speak to the Consumer and Carer Services Team
MNMH RBWH Why a Recovery Plan?
Name Position Phone Email
Imani Gunasekara Consumer Consultant 3646 1183 mnmh.consumer.carer.services@
health.qld.gov.auPage 3
Date Time Venue
16/05/19 1pm-2pm RBWH Education Centre
Developing a recovery plan is an essential thing to do for anyone with a mental health challenge. A
recovery plan is about capturing in words the simple & practical things that contribute to living a healthy,
balanced, and meaningful life. It makes clear all of the things that need to happen on a daily basis to stay
well. It helps us to recognise our triggers and warning signs; and to develop tools that actually work when
dealing with challenges. It is also a plan of what needs to happen building up to a crisis and post crisis.
This session will explore the elements that make a useful recovery plan and will provide a springboard for
you to begin your own recovery plan.
How to Register Call 3646 1183 and speak to a member of the Consumer and Carer Services
team
MNMH RBWH Forum: Managing Anxiety
Name Position Phone Email
Imani Gunasekara Consumer 3646 1183 mnmh.consumer.carer.services@
Consultant health.qld.gov.au
Date Time Venue
27/06/19 1:00pm-4:30pm RBWH Education Centre
12:45 – 1:00 Registration
1:00 – 1:45 What is Anxiety? Presenter TBA
This session will help you to better understand your anxiety symptoms, their purpose,
their causes, and the role of thoughts, actions and physical/biological systems in the
development and maintenance of common anxiety disorders.
1:45 – 2:30 Practical strategies for coping with anxiety. Presented by Dr Lena Zhang
This session covers some hands-on, practical strategies that we can use to cope when
anxiety strikes. Lena is a mental health clinician with the RBWH. She has a doctorate in
Clinical Psychology and she is interested in evidence based treatments to deal with mood
and anxiety disorders.
2:30 – 2:55 Tea and coffee break
2:55 – 3:40 Challenging negative thinking. Presented by Mary Boles
This session will help you understand what negative thinking styles are, how
they can impact on your anxiety as well as ways of challenging these negative thoughts to
better manage anxiety. Mary is a psychologist and mental health clinician working in
community mental health. She has completed her Masters in Clinical Psychology and also
has an interest in evidence based treatments for the management of anxiety and mood
disorders.
3:40 – 4:25 Sensory approaches for managing anxiety. Presenter TBA
This session will introduce you to an emerging evidence-based intervention in mental
health -Sensory Approaches. Sensory Approaches can assist people to regulate their
feelings and ability to cope in challenging situations by providing alternatives for reducing
distress that focus on the senses.Page 4
4:25 – 4:30 Feedback
How to Register Call 3646 1183 and speak to a member of the Consumer and Carer
Services Team
Section 2: Peer programs and how to get involved in our service
Consumer and Carer Individual Support Services
Metro North Mental Health employs Consumer/Carer Consultants, Recovery Support Workers and
Consumer Companions who have a lived experience of recovery of mental illness or caring for someone
with a mental illness. The purpose of these roles is to provide professional peer support and promote
consumer, carer and family participation in the planning, delivery and evaluation of services.
For more information about Consumer and Carer Services and individual support please see contacts
below. Email: mnmh.consumer.carer.services@health.qld.gov
Redcliffe-Caboolture Ph. 5433 8775
Consumer/Carer Consultant
Royal Brisbane & Women’s Hospital Ph. 3114 0803
Consumer Consultants
Carer Consultant
The Prince Charles Hospital Ph. 3139 4561
Consumer/Carer Consultant
Peer Support and Participation Groups
Aftercare Peer Support Group
Name Position Phone Email
Adam Hoffmann Peer Support Worker 3448 7120 Admin.redcliffe@aftercare.com.au
Date Time Venue
Friday’s (excluding 10:00am- Aftercare Redcliffe
public holidays) 11:30am 5/180 Anzac Avenue, Kippa Ring
Aftercare Redcliffe invites you to attend our weekly Peer Support Group.
Peer support is about sharing stories and strategies to build a supportive, positive and recovery
focused network based on mutual respect and empowerment for people who identify as living with
mental health concerns.
How to Register No need to register. The group is open to community members.
Eating Disorders Peer Mentor Program for Eating Disorders
Queensland (EDQ)
Name Position Phone EmailPage 5
Emma Trappett Senior Eating Issues 3844 6055 snrprac@edq.org.au
Practitioner
Date Time Venue
TBA, 2019 89 Sherwood Road, Toowong, QLD, 4066
The EDQ Mentoring Program supports people who are recovering from an eating disorder by partnering
mentees with mentors who have recovered from an eating disorder. The program runs over a 6-month
timeframe and mentors undertake EDQ training to be involved in the program.
How to Register Please contact Eating Disorders Queensland on 07 3844 6055 or
admin@edq.org.au
Footprints in Hearing Voices
Brisbane
Date Time Venue
Tuesdays 10.30am – Footprints Downstairs Group Room
commencing 12pm 31 Thomas Street
08/01/19 West End
Runs every week
excluding public
holidays
The Hearing Voices Group is based on the Hearing Voices approach. The group is run by peers with lived
experience. Each week we come together to share our experiences of hearing voices to help, support and
learn from each other.
How to Register Phone: 07 3252 3488 Email: arc@footprintsinc.org.au
Grow Grow Recovery Groups
Name Position Phone Email
Irene Clelland QLD Manager 0422 123 029 Irene.Clelland@Grow.org.au
Date Time Venue
Mon-Thurs AM & PM Across Brisbane and QLD,
including Video Conferencing
Groups. See website for details
www.grow.org.au
Grow is a community-based organisation that has helped tens of thousands of Australians recover from
mental illness through a unique program of mutual support and personal development.
Grow Groups meet weekly and vary in size from three to over ten members, and are run by peers who
have taken a voluntary leadership role within the Group.
Over the course of each meeting, the group engages in a series of group discussions, interactions, and
readings that follow a structure and timetable to ensure everyone has an opportunity to participate, and
meetings finish on time.
Meetings usually last for 2 hours and can be face to face or via video conferencing.Page 6
In addition to weekly meetings, participants can connect with others through planned social activities,
personal development sessions and volunteer opportunities.
There is no cost to attend weekly groups.
How to Register Contact the Grow office or look online to find out where the closest group
meets. No referrals are necessary and all meetings respect participants
anonymity. https://www.grow.org.au/join-a-grow-group/
Grow Grow Support Group Meetings
Name Position Phone Email
Robyn Deakin Branch Secretary 3394 4344 qld@grow.org.au
Date Time Venue
Every Monday 6:30 pm Chermside-Kedron Community
Church, Cnr Gympie & Rode
Roads, Chermside
Every Thursday 10:00 am Church of the Resurrection, 30
Ridley Road, Bridgeman Downs
Every Monday 10:00 am Pine Rivers Neighbourhood
Centre
865 Gympie Road, Lawnton
Grow offers a unique 12 Step Program to improve and maintain your mental wellbeing. Grow provides
mutual help support groups, personal development using Grow literature, social activities, training,
community building activities and much more.
How to Register 07 3394 4344 or qld@grow.org.au
Metro North Mental Health- Mental Health Volunteer Program
TPCH
Name Position Phone Email
Jeff Owen Nurse Unit 3881 6500 Jeff.owen@health.qld.gov.au
Manager
Nathalie Batol Administration Nathalie.Batol@health.qld.gov.au
Officer
Date Time Venue
1 July 2018 – 30 June 2019 N/A Various
The Mental Health Volunteer Program has been an essential part of the service and well over 120 people
have been part of the program since its inception in 2005.Page 7
Our volunteers come from a variety of backgrounds. For example, people with a lived experience, carers,
professional students, and people who just want to help.
Volunteers are invited to be involved in many areas within the service primarily the Acute Inpatient Units,
the Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Units, and the Community Care Units. Volunteers visit usually
once or twice a week for a few hours, helping around the facilities, offering support and companionship to
consumers of the service.
To become a volunteer, you need to contact the above number or email for an application. Once we
receive your application we then contact you to organise an interview. If you are successful you are then
placed on a list for the next Volunteer orientation day. Once this is completed you can start. We generally
have two to three orientation days a year depending on demand.
How to Register Call the above numbers to obtain an application.
Neami National Peer Support Group
Date Time Venue
Wednesdays starting 1pm to 2pm TBC closer to the date
09/01/19 - 27/03/19
A weekly Support Group led by Peer Support Workers with lived experience. We offer a mutually
supportive and understanding environment where people can feel comfortable to talk through their
feelings and experiences, to help and support each other, to exchange information and to learn from each
other. There will be opportunities to explore different ways of managing and coping with mental health
issues, and access to information and resources to enhance the recovery journey. There is an opportunity
for this group to be self-managed by consumers.
How to Register Please contact the Neami National Outreach Team on 07 3205 6622 for further
information.
Richmond Fellowship Hearing Voices Group
Queensland
Name Position Phone Email
Tamarra Rosman Program Coordinator 3358 4424 tamarra.rosman@rfq.com.au
Date Time Venue
Every Monday 3:00pm-4:00pm Herston Hub
(excluding public 298 Gilchrist Avenue, Herston
holidays and selected
closures)
This is a confidential, safe space to explore the experience of hearing voices. The group is open to anyone
who hears voices or has other sensory experiences that other people do not.
How to Register No registration necessary. Please contact the Herston office if you would like
further information.
Open Minds The Connection Crew -Peer Support Group
Name Position Phone EmailPage 8
Liz Kakogiannis Peer Worker 0419 601 446 Elizabeth.kakogiannis@openmind
s.org.au
Date Time Venue
Every Second 12.30pm-2.30pm Northlakes Community Centre
Tuesday 10 The Corso
Commencing 12th
Northlakes
February 2019
Our peer support group is peer led and open to the community. Our aim is to bring together people who
experience mental distress with those that have similar challenges and diagnoses. You will have the
opportunity to share your journey in a safe and confidential space (should you choose too). As a group,
we will focus on different ways of coping with our mental health challenges whilst supporting each other
and building connections along the way.
No group during school / public holidays.
How to Register RSVP to Liz at participate@openminds.org.au
Open Minds The Connection Crew -Peer Support Group
Name Position Phone Email
Liz Kakogiannis Peer Worker 0419 601 446 Elizabeth.kakogiannis@openmind
s.org.au
Date Time Venue
The first and third 10.30am – 12pm Annerley Community Hall
Monday of every Waldheim St, Annerley
month.
Commencing Mon 4th
February 2019
Our peer support group is peer led and open to the community. Our aim is to bring together people who
experience mental distress with those that have similar challenges and diagnoses. You will have the
opportunity to share your journey in a safe and confidential space (should you choose too). As a group,
we will focus on different ways of coping with our mental health challenges whilst supporting each other
and building connections along the way.
No group during school / public holidays.
How to Register RSVP to Liz at participate@openminds.org.au
Qld Health Peer Support Group Caboolture
Name Position Phone Email
Consumer & Carer Consumer/Carer 54338775 Mnmh.consumer.carer.services@
Services Consultant health.qld.gov.au
Date Time Venue
Every Thursday 1:00pm – 2:30pm Connections, Suite 32, 8-22 King
St, CaboolturePage 9
A peer group run by consumers for consumers - Support is a must with recovery and time has shown that
peer support/groups work well in aiding recovery. Allowing time to recover is important. Anyone is
welcome to join our groups to support you in your recovery process.
How to Register Drop in OR phone Consumer and Carer Services on 5433 8775 for more
information OR email mnmh.consumer.carer.services@health.gld.gov.au
Qld Health Nundah Peer Support Group
Name Position Phone Email
Tricia Carter Consumer Carer 3139 4561 tricia.carter@health.qld.gov.au
Consultant
Date Time Venue
Every Thursday 9.30am -11.00am HELP Employment
(commencing 10 Nundah Central
January 2019) 1176 Sandgate Rd Nundah
A peer group run by consumers for consumers - Support is a must with recovery and time has shown that
peer support/groups work well in aiding recovery. Allowing time to recover is important. Anyone is
welcome to join our groups.
How to Register Drop in OR phone Consumer Carer Services on 31140803 for more
information.
Qld Health Pine Rivers Peer Support Group
Name Position Phone Email
Tricia Carter Consumer Carer 3139 4561 tricia.carter@health.qld.gov.au
Consultant
Date Time Venue
Every Tuesday 1pm – 2.30pm Pine Rivers Community Health
(commencing 8 Centre
January 2019) Room 103
568 Gympie Rd
Strathpine
A peer group run by consumers for consumers - Support is a must with recovery and time has shown that
peer support/groups work well in aiding recovery. Allowing time to recover is important. Anyone is
welcome to join our groups.
How to Register Drop in OR phone Consumer Carer Services on 31140803 for more
information.
Research & Clinical Trials
The Park Centre for Mental Health Cadence Clinical Trials (Cadence CoMET)
– Queensland Centre for Mental
Health Research
Name Position Phone EmailPage 10
Andrea Baker Research 0439088922 andrea_baker@qcmhr.uq.edu.au
Manager
Clare Gamble Research 3271 8661 c.gamble@qcmhr.uq.edu.au
Coordinator
Date Time Venue
2018 until 2021 Recruitment ongoing until 2021 Participants can be seen
wherever they feel most
comfortable (e.g. local Mental
Health Clinic or in their own home
environment
The Cadence Research Team is looking for better treatments for people with psychosis. We want
sustained recovery for everyone who experiences serious mental illness, with no harmful side
effects.
Cadence CoMET (metformin)
We are looking for volunteers to determine if receiving metformin medication on initiation of
clozapine treatment assists with minimising weight gain in people who experience
schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder.
Metformin is commonly used in the management of diabetes and has been shown to assist
with mild weight loss in people without diabetes.
The trial is a randomised placebo-controlled trial. The term randomised indicates that you will be selected
into either the metformin or placebo group completely by chance. A placebo is a medication with no
active ingredients. It looks like the real thing but is not. This clinical trial will randomise participants in a 1:1
design, which means there is an equal chance of being in either the metformin or the placebo group.
Study details:
• 24-week double blind clinical trial
• Physical health measures and assessment of adverse drug reactions will be conducted weekly for
the first 4 weeks whilst titration of trial medication occurs and then monthly for duration of trial
• Battery of validated clinical measures, physical health measures (blood pressure and BMI will be
conducted at baseline, weeks, 4 ,8,12 ,16,20 and 24)
• Mandatory blood collection x3 (baseline, week 12 and 24)
• All assessments completed by the Cadence Team, no on-going burden to clinicians
• Adjunct treatment; no restrictions / impact on current treatment regime
• Metformin / Placebo trial medication provided at no cost
• Reimbursement; $140 in Coles / Myer gift-cards ($20 at baseline, weeks 4,8,12,16,20 and week
24)
Inclusion Criteria
• Aged 18 - 64 years (inclusive)
• Effective use of contraception (females only)
• Diagnosis of schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder, based on the Diagnostic Interview for
Psychosis (DIP)
• Fasting Blood Glucose level ≤6.0 mmols
• About to start oral clozapine or have received clozapine for a period of no more than 2 weeks
• BMI ≥18 and ≤40
• Participant must have the capacity to consent and be able to follow the study instructions and
procedures
• Must be current clients of local public mental health servicesPage 11
How to Register Contact your Mental Health Clinician, your treating Psychiatrist or
directly to the research staff to register your interest in these trials
Section 3: Carer Support Programs
Arafmi Arafmi Carer Support Groups
Date Time Venue
Last Saturday of each month 10:00am-12:00pm New Farm: Arafmi House, 76 Merthyr
Rd, New Farm
First Thursday of each month 1:30pm-3:30pm Indooroopilly: Indooroopilly Library,
Westfield Shopping Centre
Third Friday of each month 10:00am-12:00pm Redcliffe: Encircle Redcliffe
Neighbourhood Centre, 1 Lamington
Drive, Redcliffe
These groups provide emotional support for carers/family and friends of people with mental illness and
helps them cope with demands and pressures of caregiving. Come along to connect with others who may
be experiencing similar issues and to learn from and support each other.
Contact details & Drop in to one of the groups or contact ph. 32541881 or email:
How to Register supportgroups@arafimiqld.org for more information.
Arafmi Arafmi Education Sessions and Workshops
Name of Date Time Venue
Program/Workshop/Course
Coping Skills for Carers Monday 14 January 9:30am-1:00pm Arafmi House,
76 Merthyr Rd,
Effective Communication Tuesday 22 January 9:30am-1:00pm
New Farm
The Power of Personal Boundaries Wednesday 30 January 9:30am-1:00pm
Dual Diagnosis Saturday 9 February 9:00am-
12:30pm
Grief and Beyond Tuesday 19 February 9:30am-1:00pm
Bouncing Back – Building Wednesday 27 February 9:30am-1:00pm
Resilience
Let’s Talk about Suicide Tuesday 5 March 9:00am-
12:30pm
Fit for Caring Monday 11 March 9:30am-
13:00pm
Understanding and Supporting Wednesday 20 March 9:30am-1:00pm
Recovery
Coping Skills for Carers Tuesday 2 April 9:30am-1:00pmPage 12
Effective Communication Monday 8 April 9:30am-1:00pm
The Power of Personal Boundaries Wednesday 17 April 9:00am-
12:30pm
Grief and Beyond Saturday 4 May 9:30am-1:00pm
Dual Diagnosis – Mental Illness Tuesday 14 May 9:30am-1:00pm
and Substance use
Bouncing Back – Building Monday 27 May 9:30am-1:00pm
Resilience
Let’s Talk about Suicide Tuesday 4 June 9:30am-
13:00pm
Fit for Caring Monday 10 June 9:30am-1:00pm
Understanding and Supporting Wednesday 19 June 9:30am-1:00pm
Recovery
There is a broad range of issues that are faced by family and friends who care for people with mental
illness. The Arafmi workshops provide practical and useful information to help cope with the demands of
caregiving. Carers are welcome to come to as many or as few of the workshops as they choose.
(Morning tea provided)
Contact Details & To RSVP or for more information: contact 3254 1881 or email
How to Register carereducation@arafmiqld.org
Eating Disorders Carer Peer Mentor Program (for carers, families and loved ones caring for
Queensland (EDQ) someone with an eating disorder)
Name Position Phone Email
Emma Trapoett Senior Eating Issues 3844 6055 snrprac@edq.org.au
Practitioner
Date Time Venue
TBA, 2019 89 Sherwood Road, Toowong, QLD, 4066
The EDQ Carer Peer Mentor Program connects Queensland carers to be mentored by carers who have
supported a loved one in their eating disorder recovery. All carer mentors are extensively trained to
provide non-clinical, additional support.
How to Register Please contact Eating Disorders Queensland on 07 3844 6055 or
admin@edq.org.au
Qld Health and Carers Carer Peer Support Group
Qld
Name Position Phone Email
Tricia Carter Consumer Carer 3139 4561 tricia.carter@health.qld.gov.au
ConsultantPage 13
Andrew Mayes Counsellor 3624 1700 amayes@carersqld.com.au
Date Time Venue
First Friday of each 10.00 – 12.00 Carers Qld - Lutwyche Office,
month (commencing Level 4, Lutwyche Shopping
Feb 2019) Centre, 543 Lutwyche Road,
Lutwyche
Carer peer support group with educational component. A supportive environment facilitated by Carers Qld
and Qld Health.
How to Register No registration required
Section 4: Rebuilding your life
Art and Groups for Creative Expression
Footprints in Creative Arts
Brisbane
Date Time Venue
Mondays 10am – Footprints Downstairs Group Room
commencing weekly 12pm 31 Thomas Street
from 04/03/19 1pm – 3pm West End
through to September
2019.
Creative Arts is a safe and supportive space where you can come and create! Footprints provides the
space and the materials, all you need to bring is yourself.
Artwork created will be displayed in the Footprints Annual Art Exhibition.
How to Register Phone: 07 3252 3488 Email: arc@footprintsinc.org.au
Metro North Mental Health Metro North Creative Arts Program
Name of Date Time Venue
Program/Workshop/Course
MIFQ/RFQ Wednesdays 10:00am– MIFQ – MI Hub, 298 Gilchrist Ave,
12:00pm Herston
Pine Rivers Art 4 Arts Sake Friday 10.30am– The Pine Rivers Art Gallery, 7/199 Gympie
(A4AS) 1:00pm Rd, Strathpine
Caboolture Community Arts Friday 1:00pm– Caboolture Neighbourhood Centre, 9
(CCA) 3:00pm George St, Caboolture
This weekly creative arts program aims to introduce art and an opportunity for clients to experience art
making and the creative outlet this can provide to allow expression, as well as social interaction and
inclusion. The sessions are perfect for those wanting to try art materials in a safe environment and can
assist participants to develop basic skills in a variety of media. Participants can also source and develop
connections to other community based art groups and programs that may assist them in further achieving
their goals in art.Page 14
Cost: Gold coin donation
Contact Details & Contact Peta Mitchell Ph: 3139 3205 or 0405 505 926 OR
How to Register Email: Recovery_Support_Services@health.qld.gov.au
Richmond Fellowship Art Group
Queensland
Name Position Phone Email
Tamarra Rosman Program Coordinator 3358 4424 tamarra.rosman@rfq.com.au
Date Time Venue
Every Wednesday 10:00am- Herston Hub
(excluding public 12:00pm 298 Gilchrist Avenue, Herston
holidays and selected
closures)
Our art group meets at MI Hub to get creative! No matter what your level of experience come along and
get arty.
Cost: Gold coin donation
How to Register Please contact the Herston office if you would like to register and for further
information.
Upbeat Arts (formerly Absolutely Everybody Brisbane Choir
School of Hard Knocks
Ltd)
Name Position Phone Email
Susan Gilmartin Operations Manager, 0417 075 053 Susan.gilmartin@upbeatarts.org.a
Qld u
Date Time Venue
Friday’s weekly – 4 10am – 1pm Common Ground Queensland,
terms per year South Brisbane
Commencing 1
February 2019
Upbeat Arts engages, educates and empowers marginalised communities via tailored arts and cultural
programs, creating pathways to well-being, education and employment.
The Absolutely Everybody Brisbane Choir provides an environment where participants may set and
achieve their own personal goals. It provides a new identity, new hope and a sense of achievement and
enhanced self-esteem.
Choir is the perfect opportunity to connect with the community, thereby breaking the cycles of social
exclusion and regaining independence.
How to Register Complete an online application at upbeatarts.org.au
Prior registration is required to confirm your placePage 15
Upbeat Arts (formerly Word on the Street – creative writing
School of Hard Knocks
Ltd)
Name Position Phone Email
Susan Gilmartin Operations Manager, 0417 075 053 Susan.gilmartin@upbeatarts.org.a
Qld u
Date Time Venue
Tuesday’s weekly 2 – 3:30pm State Library of Queensland,
4 terms per year South Brisbane
Commencing 29
January 2019
Upbeat Arts engages, educates and empowers marginalised communities via tailored arts and cultural
programs, creating pathways to well-being, education and employment.
Members have the opportunity to put pen to paper and learn new writing skills from a professional teacher.
Each weekly workshop, is an independent session designed to increase the skills of the individual writer.
How to Register Complete an online application at upbeatarts.org.au
Prior registration is required to confirm your place
Upbeat Arts (formerly Rhythm of Life – music theatre group
School of Hard Knocks
Ltd)
Name Position Phone Email
Susan Gilmartin Operations Manager, 0417 075 053 Susan.gilmartin@upbeatarts.org.a
Qld u
Date Time Venue
Friday’s weekly – 4 1 – 3pm Common Ground Queensland,
terms per year South Brisbane
Commencing 1
February 2019
Upbeat Arts engages, educates and empowers marginalised communities via tailored arts and cultural
programs, creating pathways to well-being, education and employment.
Rhythm of Life Music Theatre is where the singing, the movement and the drama all come together.
Music Theatre will assist in gaining greater confidence and self-esteem through workshops and
performance.
How to Register Complete an online application at upbeatarts.org.au
Prior registration is required to confirm your place
Healthy Living, Exercise and Lifestyle
Neami National Eat Plant Learn ProgramPage 16
Date Time Venue
Thursdays starting 10am to 12pm Venue: TBC closer to the date.
24/01/19 - 14/03/19
Thursdays starting 10am to 12pm Venue: TBC closer to the date.
28/03/19 – 23/05/19
A program about gardening and healthy eating for wellbeing
Eat Plant Learn offers people affordable ways to improve their health, wellbeing and social inclusion
through supportive workshops on topics including:
Healthy and seasonal eating; meal planning; eating well on a budget; healthy cooking sessions and
making mini home gardens to increase access to fresh food.
How to Register Please contact the Neami National Outreach Team on 07 3205 6622 for further
information.
Footprints in Thomas Street Community Gardening
Brisbane ‘Healthy Growing’
Date Time Venue
Tuesdays 9am – 11pm Footprints Downstairs Group Room
commencing 31 Thomas Street
08/01/19 West End
Runs every week
excluding public
holidays
Thomas St Community Gardening is run from the Bunyapa Park at West End, bringing together a passion
for gardening and caring for the local environment. Come along for a cup of tea, chat and getting your
hands in the dirt. No experience is required, all equipment provided.
How to Register Phone: 07 3252 3488 Email: arc@footprintsinc.org.au
Footprints in Touch Football
Brisbane
Date Time Venue
Tuesdays 10am – New Farm Park – Soccer Fields (next to
commencing 12pm New Farm Library)
08/01/19
Runs every week excluding public holidays
The Touch Football program is a casual and social game of touch football that promotes healthy lifestyles
and physical activity through social inclusion and community development. Bring friendly and fun-loving
attitude! Everyone is welcomed to participate regardless of skill level.
How to Register Phone: 07 3252 3488 Email: arc@footprintsinc.org.auPage 17
Metro North Mental HEALTM program
Health
Name Position Phone Email
Sean Dunstan HEALTM Facilitator - 3897 6329 sean.dunstan@health.qld.gov.au
Redcliffe/Caboolture
Hospitals
Neil Woodroffe HEALTM Facilitator - 3139 3201 neil.woodroffe@health.qld.gov.au
The Prince Charles
Hospital
Date Time Venue
HEALTM program End of February 2019 TBC PCYC, 170 Klinger Rd, Kippa
Ring
HEALTM program 20/02/2019 to 10:00am - Chermside Community Health
10/04/2019 12:00noon Centre, 490 Hamilton Rd,
(Wednesdays only) Chermside
The Healthy Eating Activity and Lifestyle (HEAL™) program is a lifestyle modification program that
supports people to develop lifelong healthy eating and physical activity habits.
HEAL™ offers 8 group sessions of lifestyle education and exercise.
One-on-one health consultations are also provided to assess current fitness levels, plan an appropriate
exercise program, measure and assist your ongoing progress.
How to Register Phone or email: your name, DOB and contact phone number to Sean Dunstan
(Redcliffe) or Neil Woodroffe (Chermside) – see contacts details above.
Neami National NEXT STEPS
Date Time Venue
Fridays 05/04/19 - 10.30 - 11.30am Venue: Outdoors area/region tbc.
10/05/19
Eat Plant Learn (EPL) is part of Neami Nationals Sustainable Living Program for consumers and aims to
promote healthy and sustainable eating. EPL provides resources to support consumer engagement in
activities such as healthy cooking sessions; learning about healthy eating; the benefits of eating ‘in-
season’ foods; meal planning; eating well on a budget; workshops on making a self-watering and mini
garden box to take home and grow their own herbs and salad greens.
How to Register Please contact the Neami National Outreach Team on 07 3205 6622 for further
information.
SNAP Fitness Chermside SNAP Fitness Action Group
Date Time Venue
Thursdays 12:00pm-12:30pm SNAP Fitness Chermside,
831 Gympie Rd, ChermsidePage 18
The SNAP Action Group is designed specifically for people with a mental health condition that would like
to engage in a physical fitness program and improve their health in a safe, friendly and encouraging
environment.
Facilitated by a qualified personal trainer with a lived experience, these sessions are self-paced and aim
to improve strength, stability and balance through body-weight exercises.
Support will also be available to group members with an interest in working out independently in the gym.
Cost: $5.00 per class
How to Register Contact Tom on 0412 166 705 to register your interest or just show up.
Reclink and Metro North Weekly Soccer Games
Mental Health
Name Position Phone Email
Karen-Anne Morris Occupational 3146 2310 karen-
Therapist anne.morris@health.qld.gov.au
Date Time Venue
Every Thursday 10am – 11am Toombul Indoor Sports Centre
137 Bage St, Nundah QLD 4012
Friendly indoor weekly soccer games.
All genders and abilities are encouraged to come down to watch or join in!
It is a weekly event and is open to anyone interested.
WHAT TO BRING:
- Water bottle
- $2.00 (First game free)
How to Register Contact Karen-Anne Morris
Programs for the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse
World Wellness Group – Brita Futures program
Culture in Mind
Name Position Phone Email
Sameera Suleman Program Manager 3333 2100 support@cultureinmind.org.au
Date Time Venue
TBA 2hr sessions TBA - North Brisbane
8 session program
The BRiTA Futures program is aimed at strengthening resilience and life-skills when dealing with
acculturation stress in adults and parents from a culturally and linguistically diverse background. It
supports people to learn ways to live harmoniously within their families and in the community and society.
Topics discussed in the program include:
• Health and wellbeing
• The migratory processPage 19
• The meeting of cultures
• Resilience or inner strength to cope
• Social connections
• Communications skills
• The evolving gender and family roles
• Intergenerational relationships
This resiliency building program utilises creative and interactive activities, discussion questions and take-
home activities to facilitate learning.
How to Register Telephone or email the organisation
Culture in Mind: support@cultureinmind.org.au or 07 3333 2100
World Wellness Group – Problem Management Plus
Culture in Mind
Name Position Phone Email
Sameera Suleman Program Manager 3333 2100 support@cultureinmind.org.au
Date Time Venue
TBA 90-minute In home or group sessions can be
7 session program sessions arranged as required
PM+ is a program designed by the World Health Organization (WHO) for individuals 18+ from culturally
and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
PM+ is a brief and free low-intensity psychological intervention.
It’s called ‘problem management’ because the program uses problem solving counselling or problem-
solving therapy and includes other behavioural strategies too. The program aims to address both
psychological problems such as stress, fear, feelings of helplessness, loneliness, and where possible,
practical problems such as financial stress, family conflict, visa concerns, and health issues.
The program uses cultural support workers (individuals who may come from the same country/ethnic
group as the participant) who are also trained in the WHO PM+ program. Participants can pick up to three
concerns and, with the support and guidance of the trained peer support worker, learn and identify
strategies to solve and manage the issues. This will equip the participant with new tools and techniques to
use if ever a new problem was to arise in the future after PM+ involvement, such as learning deep
breathing for relaxation.
How to Register Telephone or email the organisation
Culture in Mind: support@cultureinmind.org.au or 07 3333 2100
QPASTT QPASTT Homework Club
Name Position Phone Email
Naomi Brown Child & Youth Team 33916677 admin@qpastt.org.au
Coordinator
Date Time Venue
Ongoing during 3.00pm – 5.30pm QPASTT
school term time 28 Dibley Street, Woolloongabba
Monday, Tuesday
and WednesdayPage 20
Volunteer tutors provide support for young people from refugee backgrounds with high school homework/
TAFE courses. Students aged 12 – 24 years.
How to Register Show up on operating days. Must have consent from parent/guardian to
continue attending space after first visit.
Programs for Older Persons
Royal Brisbane STEPPING ON: Building Confidence and Reducing Falls
Women’s Hospital
(RBWH) Older Person’s
Mental Health Service
(OPMHS)
Name Position Phone Email
Jamie Boulton Occupational (07) 3646 1148 jamie.boulton@health.qld.gov.au
Therapist
Monika Seaton Occupational (07) 3646 4982 monika.seaton@health.qld.gov.au
Therapist
Amelia Grimmer Occupational (07) 3646 1148 amelia.grimmer@health.qld.gov.a
Therapist u
Date Time Venue
2019 dates TBC Every Friday from E floor, Mental Health Centre
2 hour session once 10.30am- Royal Brisbane and Women’s
a week for 7 weeks 12.30pm Hospital
Stepping On is an evidence-based falls prevention group program designed for adults aged 65+ with a
severe and enduring mental health concern who have experienced a fall or are concerned about falling.
Stepping On is a seven week program developed by Occupational Therapists that aims to address the
major risk factors for falls and support older adults to improve their self-efficacy, explore different coping
strategies and encourage behavioural change to reduce their risk of falls. The program is designed to
challenge individuals to realistically appraise their falls risk and provide a forum for developing knowledge
of safety practices.
The program incorporates exercise and education to reduce falls and fear of falling as well as improving
quality of life and daily functioning for consumers. It uses a set of 6 practical exercises specifically
designed to improve strength and balance and covers a range of falls education topics including home
and environmental hazards, vision, medications, community safety, bone health and footwear.
The Stepping On program follows a closed group format in which participants attend a 2 hour session
each week for a period of 7 weeks. There is also a post-completion phone call or home visit and a two
month booster session.
Scientific research and evaluation of the Stepping On Program has reported a 31% reduction in participant
falls (Clemson et al., 2004)
How to Register Jamie Boulton, Amelia Grimmer (Occupational Therapist) (07) 3646 1148
or Monika Seaton (Occupational Therapist) (07) 3646 4982
NOTE: the program is only open to Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital
Mental Health older adult clientsPage 21
Programs for Younger Persons
CHQ-CYMHS COPMI CYMHS COPMI KIDZ CLUB
(Children of Parents Groups run four times/year at various locations.
with Mental Illness)
Name Position Phone Email
Rebecca Reuter COPMI coordinator 33109444 Rebecca.Reuter@health.qld.gov.
au
Date Time Venue
9.7.19 and 10.7.19 10.00-2.30pm Pine Rivers CYMHS,
568 Gympie Road Strathpine.
Ph:38176380
2.7.19 and 3.7.19 10.00-2.30pm Nundah CYMHS,
10 Nellie St Nundah.
Ph:31462693
24.9.19 and 25.9.19 10.00-2.30pm The Queensland Children’s
Hospital
Day Program South, level 8B.
Ph:30682650
17.12.19 and 10.00-2.30pm North West CYMHS,
18.12.19 49 Corrigan St, Keperra.
Ph:33358888
Kidz Club is a free two-day group program for primary school-aged children who have a parent or relative
living with a diagnosed mental illness. During the group, children learn ways of coping with the stressors
that can occur for themselves and their family. Kidz Club has been found to improve the attitudes,
knowledge and coping skills of participating children.
Parents and carers of children attending the group are invited to a parent support group at the end of the
second day. This group is facilitated by an Adult Mental Health Clinician.
How to Register Participants must be referred to Children’s Health Queensland Child and Youth
Mental Health Service (CYMHS) to access Kidz Club. Referrals can be made
by any professionals working with the family (General practitioners, Adult
Mental Health, Education staff, NGO’s and private practitioners).
For further information, please contact Rebecca Reuter (CHQ CYMHS COPMI
Coordinator) on 3310 9444.
Speak Teen! Being successful! (3-hr workshop for Teens)
Name Position Phone Email
Davina Donovan Owner/Psychologist 0423 304 216 hello@speakteen.com.au
Date Time VenuePage 22
31 January 2019 4-7pm Redcliffe Library – 476 Oxley Dr
28 March 2019 Redcliffe
23 May 2019
25 June 2019
Being Successful is a 3 hour workshop for Teens and Pre-Teens. Teens and Pre-Teens can expect to
acquire an understanding of what it takes to succeed at school and in life, empowering them to take
ownership and control over their thoughts, feelings and actions. Teens and Pre-Teens are encouraged to
bring a sibling or friend to the workshop free of charge.
How to Register Successful Teens: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8G5DNLT
Speak Teen! Mindset, Mood and Motivation (1-day workshop for Teens)
Name Position Phone Email
Davina Donovan Owner/Psychologist 042 330 4216 hello@speakteen.com.au
Date Time Venue
Monday 9 April 2019 930-430pm Strathpine Library – 1 Station Rd
(school holidays) Strathpine
Monday 16 April 2019 930-430pm Strathpine Library – 1 Station Rd
(school holidays) Strathpine
Mindset, Mood and Motivation is a one day workshop for Teenagers and Pre-Teens. Teens and Pre
Teens can expect to navigate and understand that mindset, mood and motivation can be changed and the
power of positive thinking! Teens and Pre-Teens are encouraged to bring a sibling or friend to the
workshop free of charge.
How to Register MMM: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8GQYQYY
Speak Teen! Raising Successful Teens (1-day workshop for Parents)
Name Position Phone Email
Davina Donovan Owner/Psychologist 0423 304 216 hello@speakteen.com.au
Date Time Venue
Saturday 2 February 930am-430pm Strathpine Library - 1 Station Rd,
2019 Strathpine
Saturday 6 April 2019 930am-430pm Strathpine Library - 1 Station Rd,
Strathpine
Saturday 1 June 930am-430pm Strathpine Library - 1 Station Rd,
2019 Strathpine
Raising Successful Teens is a one day workshop for parents and carers of Teens and Pre-Teens.
Parents and carers can expect to better: understand Teenage behaviour and emotions, how to manage
Teenage moods, how to negotiate and set boundaries with Teens and how to empower their Teen to live
a successful life. Parents and carers are added to a closed facebook group, for three months after the
workshop, where they will have access to further training and development, unlimited Q & As with anPage 23
experienced Teen Coach and support from other parents/carers. Parents and Carers are encouraged to
bring a partner or friend to the workshop free of charge.
How to Register Raising Successful Teens: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8BQH5VM
Speak Teen! Starting work? Job seeking and work support package
Name Position Phone Email
Davina Donovan Owner/Psychologist 0423 304 216 hello@speakteen.com.au
Date Time Venue
23 February 2019 9.30am-3pm Redcliffe Library – 476 Oxley Dr
29 June 2019 Redcliffe
Starting work? Job seeking and work support package is a full day package for teenagers to assist with
starting work. The workshop covers resume writing, cover letters, interview techniques, where to find
work, strength and confidence building exercises to help with starting work, and succeeding in the
workforce. Teenagers are encouraged to bring a sibling or friend to the workshop free of charge.
How to Register Starting work? Job seeking and work support package
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8PDK2BZ
Speak Teen! Teen Camps
Name Position Phone Email
Davina Donovan Owner/Psychologist 0423 304 216 hello@speakteen.com.au
Date Time Venue
12-14 April 2019 Friday afternoon TBC
to Sunday
morning
Speak Teen will be conducted quarterly teen camps for adolescents from Friday afternoon to Sunday
morning, with a range of adventure and relaxation planned. Teenagers are encouraged to bring a sibling
or friend to the camp free of charge.
How to Register Teen Camps:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8NFDRMY
Speak Teen! Free Speak Teen School Community Talks
Name Position Phone Email
Davina Donovan Owner/Psychologist 0423 304 216 hello@speakteen.com.au
Date Time Venue
Expression of EOI School Locations
Interests
Speak Teen is able to attend your school to speak on a variety of issues facing Teenagers and their
families. Please follow the registration link to express your interest today. We conduct school community
talks on alcohol and drugs, self-confidence and self-acceptance, bullying, social media and gamingPage 24
addiction, speaking teen, healthy relationships, and much more. Inquire through our registration link to
organise a free community school talk today.
How to Register Free Speak Teen School Community Talks:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8FF99TK
Ted Noffs Foundation Street University Creative Workshops
Name Position Phone Email
Stephen Flanagan Clinical Team Leader 0429 610 073 flanagans@noffs.org.au
Date Time Venue
Monday to Friday 3pm-6pm Caboolture Street University: 29-
31 King Street, Caboolture
Daily workshops focusing on creative expression; building self-confidence and forming pro-social
relationships. Street Art (graffiti); Dance (hip-hop, break, krump) and Music Production workshops are
available. Program available for youth only: 12-25 years old. No costs associated.
How to Register No formal registration required. Drop in or call 1800 753 300 for more
information
LGBTI Friendly Programs
Aftercare Peninsula Pride Support Group
Name Position Phone Email
3448 7130 Admin.redcliffe@aftercare.com.au
Date Time Venue
Friday’s fortnightly 2:30pm-3:30pm Redcliffe Library
476 Oxley Ave, Redcliffe
Please phone to confirm the date of the group’s commencement in January
Open discussions for LGBTIQPA+ Community and Allies in a safe social space.
Acceptance & Relationships
Cyber Safety & Forming Identity
Self-care & Suicide Prevention
Mental & Physical Health Betterment
How to Register No need to register. The group is open to community members.
The Ted Noffs Breakfree LGBTI Support Group
Foundation
Name Position Phone Email
Stephen Flanagan Clinical Team Leader 0429 610 073 flanagans@noffs.org.auYou can also read
