Family Drug Support – Rockhampton

About Family Drug Support (FDS)

Family Drug Support (FDS) is a caring, non-religious organisation which provides non-judgemental support and information to families and friends of people who use alcohol and/or drugs across Australia.

FDS believes that families have the experience, knowledge and strength to continue to support their family. Their services are there to assist families in a way that strengthens relationships and encourage positive outcomes. FDS’ goals are to help families become more resilient, gain coping skills and survive their journey intact.

Programs

24/7 Telephone support line: 1300 368 186

Support group meetings: FREE open, non- religious meetings for family members and friends impacted by someone’s substance use. These meetings provide an opportunity to talk and listen to others in a non-judgemental and safe environment.

Stepping Forward Information Sessions: FREE interactive education sessions providing information and support relating to alcohol and other drug use.

Stepping Stones Program: Stepping Stones is a structured, interactive and experiential course that brings people together with similar challenges. The collective wisdom and experience of the group is used to work on finding new ways of achieving positive outcomes.

Face to Face support: Individual and Family support available.

Online 1 to 1 Support Session: Via video call family members can gain counselling support through our online platform – SAGE FM Family Drug Support

Additional resources including videos and information available on the Family Drug Support website: www.fds.org.au

Intake, assessment and referral

Anyone can call the 24/7 telephone line 1300 368 186 for support.

Self-referral
Family, friends, community
GP and other health professional
External health & community service
Court services

Additional information

Outreach available: Family Drug Support Central Queensland covers Gladstone – Rockhampton- Emerald – Capricorn Coast and all areas in between.