ABOUT THE GROUPS

Self support groups have commenced for those suffering depression, anxiety or related problems. These groups provide ongoing SUPPORT only, through meeting fellow sufferers, thus alleviating the isolation so universally felt by these people; The groups are NOT OFFERING THERAPY. All attendees must have their own mental health professional. The meetings are relaxed, non threatening, have low level of structure, guest speakers, testimonies, tea & coffee and non pressured mingling. Numbers per group are limited; however further groups will be commencing.

People who suffer from psychosis or personality disorder are NOT suitable for these groups.

FACILITATORS (GROUP LEADERS)

Facilitators are specially selected and are very capable and qualified to take the meetings.

Facilitators DO NOT provide therapy; They maintain order in, and guide the group.

All facilitators give their time voluntarily.

VENUE

Meetings are held at the Bentleigh East and Brighton.

Booking your place is essential.

TIMES

Daytime and Evening groups available. All run for 2 Hrs.

Details of particular times available upon enquiry.

COST

NO CHARGE; COIN DONATION FOR TEA & COFFEE

SPONSOR

The Rotary Club of Moorleigh Moorabbin is proudly sponsoring these groups with the assistance of Bentleigh Bayside Community Health Service and the City of Bayside.

PROCEDURES FOR PATIENT TO JOIN A GROUP

A/ have REFERRAL/CONSENT FORM COMPLETED by the patient’s usual professional provider (Doctor, Counsellor etc.(Form on reverse or on website)

B/ queries or application to join a group to:

Person wishing to join a “soft pathway” self support group:

(ALL information is treated with total confidentiality)

Phone 0431 523 058

Please Down load Forms

Fax 03 9551 0571

Please send email request to Support@softpathway.com.au

Proudly Supported by

THE ROTARY CLUB OF

MOORLEIGH-MOORABBIN INC.

Chartered 19^th June 1984

DISTRICT 9810

MBE website: www.rotarnet.com.au/moorleighmoorabbin

District website: http://9810.rotary.org.au/scripts/main.asp