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Family and Friends Support Groups
For a full list of group locations, dates & times for click here
Family & Friends Support group locations
- Glen Iris
- Watsonia
- Ballarat
- Albury/Wodonga
- Portland
- Bendigo
Glen Iris
Groups are held on a monthly basis on Monday evenings from 7.00pm - 8.30pm.
Location
Eating Disorders Victoria
1513 High Street,
Glen Iris, Vic 3146
Dates for 2010
Feb 1st, Mar 1st, April NO group due to public holiday, May 3rd, June 7th, July 5th, Aug 2nd, Sep 6th, Oct 4th, Nov 1st, Dec 6th
Public Transport
The nearest train station is Glen Iris (Glen Waverly Line) or Tram number 6 (Glen Iris to/from Melbourne Uni), Stop tram terminus (cnr High Street & Glen Iris).
Watsonia
Groups are held on the second wednesday of every month from 7.00pm - 8.30pm.
Location
Watsonia Neighbourhood house
47 Lambourne Road,
Watsonia, Vic 3087
Contact
Tracey De Poi - 0422 333 450
Dates for 2010
Feb10th, Mar 10th, Apr 14th, May 19th, June 9th, July 14th, Aug 11th, Sep 8th, Oct 13th, Nov 10th, Dec 8th
Public Transport
The nearest train station is Watsonia Train station.
Ballarat
Meetings are held on the second thursday of every month from 7pm onwards.
Location
Ballarat Community Health Centre
Corner Queens Street & Dyte Parade
Contact
Nola Kervaree - 5320 3635 E: NolaK@bhs.org.au
Dates for 2010
Feb 11th, Mar 11th, Apr 8th, May 13th, Jun 10th, Jul 8th, Aug 12th, Sep 9th, Oct 14th, Nov 11th, Dec 9th.
Albury/Wodonga
Lunch meetings are held on a monthly basis. See website for further details.
Location
Three monkeys Tavern,
Gateway Island,
Linsoln Causeway.
Contact
Cheryl (b/h) 0427 730 823, Sally (a/h) 0411 374 420, Leanne (a/h) 0418 142 007, Tanya (a/h) 0427 412 201, Joan & Patrick (a/h) 02 6021 6320
E: acornsupport@optusnet.com.au
W: www.acornsupportgroup.com/home/what-we-do
Portland
Meetings are held on the 1st Tuesday of each month from 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Location
Portland Hospital enter via Main Hospital entrance
Contact
Carol 5523 3410
Dates
Feb 2nd, March 2nd, April 6th, May 4th, June 1st, July 6th, Aug 3rd, Sep7th, Oct 5th, Nov 2nd, Dec TBC
Bendigo
Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of every month from 7.00pm - 8.30pm
Location
Bendigo Health, 8 Olinda Street, Bendigo
Contact
Shonelle at Bendigo Community Health Services on 5448 1600
Dates
Feb 3rd, Mar 3rd, Apr 7th, May 5th, Jun 2nd, Jul 7th, Aug 4th, Sep 1st, Oct 6th, Nov 3rd, Dec 3rd
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a family & friends support group?
The Family and Friends Support Group is only for family members, partners and friends of somebody experiencing an eating disorder. It is a place where family members and friends may express their emotions in a confidential and supportive environment. The group provides the opportunity for people to share their stories, learn coping strategies and discover they are not alone.
Are there any restrictions on who may attend?
The family & friends support group is NOT for people experiencing an eating disorder. People under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. If you are a family member, partner or friend who would like to attend a support group with the person who is experiencing an eating disorder you are welcome to attend a Combined Support Group session.