TERM 3 2008: 14th July – 19th September
CALENDAR OF FAMILY VIOLENCE SUPPORT GROUPS IN THE NORTHERN METROPOLITAN SUB REGION
This calendar has been collated with information provided by the Northern Sub Region Integrated Family Violence Counselling and Group work service providers.
The aim of the calendar is to assist service providers to support women, children and men to access appropriate family violence support groups. A new calendar is produced to coincide with the school term and will include the most accurate information available. It is important to contact the agency conducting the group before referring a service user to ensure that the group is appropriate and will meet their needs. For more information on a group, use the contact details provided. The costs of attendance at the groups vary - the majority of the groups have no charge but it is important to check.
If would like to include your group on the calendar or would like further information please contact:Sandra Morris or Danielle Houghton at Women's Health In the North on 9484 1666 or or
If a woman is immediate danger call the police on 000
Support, information and referral service for women and their children who have experienced, or are escaping family violence.
Women's Domestic Violence Crisis Service 1800 015 188 / 9373 0123 24 hour emergency help Berry Street Victoria Northern Region Family Violence Service
9458 5788 9am to 5 pm Monday – Friday
Groups for women who have experienced family violence
GROUP / TIME AND VENUE / CONTACT DETAILS
Breaking Free
A support group for women who have or are experiencing family violence, to assist women to make sense of what has happened to them and why. / Time and venue TBC
Runs over 8 weeks. / Berry St
Contact Mary Micallef
– 9458 5788
Moving On
For women who have been affected by family violence and are still in the relationship or have left. / Sunbury Community Health Centre, 12-28 Macedon Street, Sunbury3429
Contact Sunbury Community Health for dates and times
Some child care support available FREE / Sunbury Community Health
Contact: Joy - 9744 4455
Parenting After Violence
Information Sessions for women dealing with the effects of parenting their children after (or during) Family Violence. Series of 3 sessions: / Venue tbc – Craigieburn area
Three sessions that can be taken as a series or individually.
1)Fri 25th July - Family violence & its’ effects
2)Fri 1st Aug - Talking with your children
3)Fri 8th Aug - Surviving as a parent (after family violence)
10am – 1pm (session 2 is 10:30 am – 1:30 pm)
Referral by worker or can self refer / AnglicarePlentyValley
Contact:Shuwei Harris or Lisa Hardy - 9465 0322
Applications close
Friday 11th July 2008
Women’s Group
On going social support group for indigenous women who have experienced the high levels of stress associated with maintaining family connections when already dealing with intergenerational trauma.
The healing process for the women will be centred on the creation of self-help and support groups in which the women come together to share their stories and support one another. / Maya Aboriginal Healing Centre, 11, Rossmoyne StreetThornbury
10-5 Wednesdays
The Women’s Day which is held on Wednesdays where the women share lunch, undertake group activities such as art and craft classes and listen to guest speakers who come to speak about services available in both Aboriginal and mainstream services. The Maya Program Co-ordinator will assist to access these services. The Women’s Program is also a safe place for Aboriginal women and children who are from the country or interstate to come to for connection and support / Contact Maya Living Free Healing Centre
11 Rossmoyne Street, Thornbury Vic. 3071
Tel: (03) 9480 1111
Women’s Group Programme
For indigenous women / Elizabeth Hoffman House Aboriginal Women's Services Inc Women's Centre 441 Clarke Street Northcote
Every second Tuesday / Elizabeth Hoffman House Aboriginal Women's Services Contact: 9482 5744
GROUP / TIME AND VENUE / CONTACT DETAILS
Women Standing Strong
Social support group for women who have experienced family violence / Darebin Community Health, Level 1, 306-308 Bell Street, Preston 3072
Eight weekly sessions
Held on Wednesday mornings
9.30am – 11.45am, Wed 16th July – 3rd Sep
Free Childcare
Venue has some disabled access but please check with facilitators
Languages: English
Literacy req’d: some handouts but mostly discussion and group exercises / Darebin Community Health
Contact: Kerry or Anna – 9403 1220
Women Standing Tall
An 8 week group program offering support and education for women who have experienced abusive relationships / MillPark Community House, 68 Mill Park Drive, MillPark, 3082
Fri 18th July until Friday 5th September
9:15 am – 12:00noon
Child care available / Bookings: PlentyValley Community Health
– 9409 8724
For details contact:
Juli Odzovoska or Kate Murray 03 9409 8787
Groups for children
GROUP / TIME AND VENUE / CONTACT DETAILS
Way of the Warrior for boys and Wushu Way for girls Physically active therapeutic group program for indigenous children that combines the basics of life skill building with the principles of traditional martial arts. For children aged 8-12 years / Maya Aboriginal Healing Centre,
11 Rossmoyne Street, Thornbury Vic. 3071
Every Wednesday 4.30pm-5.30pm Term 3 / Maya Healing Centre
Shirley Firebrace – 9480 1111
North West Regional Children's Resource Program Contact:
Katrina Macauley- 9359 5493
Halime Aldemire 9359 5493
Save The Children Playgroup For indigenous mothers and children / Elizabeth Hoffman House Aboriginal Women's Services Inc Women's Centre 441 Clark Street Northcote
Every Wednesday 10.00am - 12.30 pm / Elizabeth Hoffman House Aboriginal Women's Services
Contact: 9482 5744
Peek A Boo
Therapeutic playgroup for infants (0-36months) and their mothers who have lived with family violence. We know that exposure to violence often confuses the baby and hampers mothers’ ability to focus on her baby. The group uses play, talking, singing and movement to strengthen the feelings of connection and enjoyment in the baby- mother relationship. / FREE
Referred by worker is preferable
Ashburton
The Craig Centre, Ashburton Mondays Dates and times tbc
Altona
Walker Close Community Centre, Altona Mondays Dates and times tbc
North Yarra
North Yarra Community Health Centre Thursdays Dates and times tbc / Royal Children’s Hospital
Mental Health Service Community Group work Program
Contact Robyn Sketchley – 9345 6011
Bright Futures
For boys and girlsaged 8-12, who have or are experiencing homelessness. / Venue tbc in Sunbury area
Likely Tuesdays 2- 4.30 but please call to check dates and times.
Referring agencies need to assist with transport. / North West Regional Children's Resource Program Janine Sheridan – 9359 5493
Groups for men
GROUP / TIME AND VENUE / CONTACT DETAILS
A Bloke's Yarn Ongoing men's support group / 648 High Street, Reservoir Vic 3073 Every Wednesday 5.30 pm - 7.30 pm
Ring for information
Venue has disabled access Languages: English / Kildonan Uniting Care
Contact: Reception - 9471 0108
Anger Management Workshops / 648 High Street, Reservoir Vic 3073 One day workshop
First Monday of every month for men
Venue has disabled access Languages: English / Kildonan Uniting Care
Contact: Reception - 9471 0108
Inroads Behaviour change program for men who have a problem with violent, abusive or controlling behaviour. / Relationships Australia45 Princess StreetKew
$420 incl. GST. Concession may be available for healthcare card holders.
Thurs 7-9pm, 12 sessions, 12th June – 28th August / Relationships Australia
Contact: Loretta Bell – 9261 8700
Keeping It Cool Basic introductory workshops on anger management. / PlentyValley Community Health,
187 Cooper Street, Epping
One-off workshop – Friday 20th June 10.00 am to 1.00 pm
Ring for assessment Bookings essential $5 cost
Venue has disabled access Languages: English / PlentyValley Community Health
Contact: Rory Ford - 9409 8724
Email:
Men's Behaviour Change Group / 648 High Street, Reservoir Vic 3073
Every Thursday 6.00 pm - 8.30 pm Next program commencing 18th Sep
Ring for information
Venue has disabled access Languages: English / Kildonan Uniting Care
Contact: Reception - 9471 0108
Men's Behaviour Change Group
For men who have been violent or abusive to a partner or children and want to change their behaviour. / PlentyValley Community Health
187 Cooper Street, Epping
Tuesdays 1st July – 5th September
6pm - 8pm (cost per session $12 and $6 for concession)
Venue has disabled access Languages: English / PlentyValley Community Health
Contact: Intake - 9409 8724
Email:
Other groups and resources to support women with issues of trauma and difficult relationships
GROUPS AND RESOURCE / TIME AND VENUE / CONTACT DETAILS
Multicultural Women’s Friendship Group
A space where women can connect in a warm and friendly environment. Women from multicultural and diverse backgrounds are encouraged to attend. Aims to establish friendships and support networks. / Anglicare, 8 Hurtle Street Lalor
9 weekly sessions commencing Wednesday 23 July 2008, 10 – 12.30
Light refreshments provided.
Limited childcare available
Booking essential.
Venue does not have disabled access / Anglicare Lalor
Contact: Haidee or Shuwei – 9465 0322
OK Parenting
3 separate workshops focused on parenting puzzles and their solutions / Broadmeadows Women’s Community House,
2 Hadfield Court, Broadmeadows 3047
Weekly meetings Thursdays 10am – 12noon 14th July – 15th September / Broadmeadows Women’s House
Contact: Helen Spence, Jane, Cath or Keklik – 9309 9433
Pathways Group
Fun self esteem building groups for women. Some transport and childcare support offered.
Free! / Broadmeadows Women’s Community House,
2 Hadfield Court, Broadmeadows 3047
Weekly meetings Fridays 10am – 1pm Start 14th July and runs for two terms / Broadmeadows Women’s House
Contact: Helen Spence, Jane, Cath or Keklik – 9309 9433
Therapeutic Art Group A group for women to come together in a safe environment to share, heal, reflect and connect with each other through the creative arts. / Anglicare Lalor, 8 Hurtle Street, Lalor
Childcare is available Bookings essential
Tuesdays 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
12th August – 18th November (with break for school holidays)
Venue does not have disabled access Languages: English / Anglicare Lalor
Contact: Kathleen Armour or Mary – 9465 0322
Turkish Women’s Support Group
This group offers outings, opportunities to discuss family issues, community information and mutual support activities. It is open to women with children up to 18 yrs old. A 12 month support group for women in the Hume/Moreland LGA. / Broadmeadows Women’s Community House,
2 Hadfield Court, Broadmeadows 3047
Weekly meetings Mondays 10am – 12noon
14th July – 15th September / Broadmeadows Women’s Community House
For more information or to register Contact: Helen Spence, Jane, Cath or Keklik – 9309 9433
GROUPS AND RESOURCE / TIME AND VENUE / CONTACT DETAILS
Exploring Anger - A Management course for women.
For women who are interested in finding out more effective ways of dealing with their anger. / Dianella Community Health Craigieburn, 55 Craigieburn Road, 3064
Tuesdays 1 – 3 8 sessions: 15th July – 2nd Sep
Cost: $3 per session / Dianella Community Health
Contact Maureene Foster – 9308 1222
Women Managing Anger A group program for women to explore and understand their emotions in a supportive environment. / Relationships Australia 46 Princess St, Kew Ring for bookings and for more information about dates and times
7 sessions- Thursday 6.30-8.30pm
fee $245 or $175 concession
7th Aug – 18th Sep or 30th Oct – 11th Dec / Call to register Relationships Australia Contact: 9261 8700
Women's Anger Management Workshop / 648 High Street, Reservoir Vic 3073
Workshops on 3rd Monday in every other month
(16 June, 18 Aug, 20 Oct 08) 9.30 – 4
Venue has disabled access Languages: English / Kildonan Uniting Care
Contact: Reception or Jenny Hunter - 9471 0108
Women’s Ongoing Support- support for women whose partners attend Kildonan Men’s Program
Co facilitated by male and female staff of Kildonan family Violence Program / 648 High Street, Reservoir Vic 3073 Fortnightly support 6pm-8pm Tuesdays
Tues 24th July & every fortnight after
Venue has disabled access Languages: English / Kildonan Uniting Care
Contact: Reception or Jenny Hunter - 9471 0108
Women’s Support Group
For women who have felt they or their family members have been threatened or controlled in relationships, to help make choices about their future. / Relationships Australia 46 Princess St, Kew Ring for bookings and for more information NO charge
8 sessions- Tuesdays6.30-8.30pm 22nd July – 9th Sep
Vietnamese Family Support GroupFamily from Vietnamese community who have problems with illicit drug use / Richmond areas 12 weeks program held 3 times per year / Minh Vo: 9420 1320
Thuy Bui: 9420 1351
Young Mums
For young mums aged 15-25 who live in Cragieburn or surrounding area.
Lunch provided. / Cragieburn Youth Centre
Tuesdays 12-2, from 22nd July.
Venue has disabled access Languages: English
Please book in advance / AnglicareHume & HumeCity Council
ContactCragieburnHumeCity Council Youth Worker, – 9205 2200
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