Family and Carer Support Groups

Our range of support groups provide voice to the lived experience of carers, shared compassion to the journey of caring and partnership in supporting recovery.

ARAFEMI provides a range of support groups for those who care for and care about people experiencing mental health problems. These groups provide an opportunity for family, friends and carers to connect with those with similar experiences, and to learn about current ideas and practices in the field of mental illness. Group members gain strength and support from each other and learn new ways of coping through each other’s experiences. The groups are facilitated by family carer givers who bring a wealth of experience to the meetings, and speakers from specific areas of mental health are a regular feature of meeting programs.

Database of Support Groups

Please click here to view the database of Support Groups  (non ARAFEMI support groups) in Melbourne & Rural Victoria.

ARAFEMI Support Groups

Please regularly check support group flyers, as guest speakers and events are frequently updated.

Download flyer for ARAFEMI Family Services Support Groups

Non-ARAFEMI Support Groups

For further information on support groups for carers throughout Victoria please ring our Helpline 1300 500 265.

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