You are not alone… and next weekend you are welcome to join with other people living with post traumatic stress disorder at the first meeting of a Canberra PTSD Support Group.
Organised by Picking Up The Peaces and the Vietnam Veterans and Veterans Federation ACT, the support group is for anyone experiencing PTSD, or caring for someone with PTSD.
According to the Support Groups Association of WA, a Support Group (also known as a mutual aid or self help group) is a tool for the empowerment of individuals who share common issues and are challenged by similar life situations. By coming together, people can provide mutual support and take the steps necessary to make positive changes in their lives.
“Support Groups become banks of knowledge and experience, enabling people to cope and solve problems. Feelings of self worth are increased, isolation is reduced and doors of opportunity and optimism are opened.”
We will meet at the VV&VF premises at 9 Burkitt St, Page. Over a barbeque lunch in the Garden of Peace we can get to know one another and our challenges, and discuss how best the support group can serve members’ needs.
Date: Sunday 28
Time: 11.30 am for a noon barbeque
Venue: VV&VF Stephen King Memorial Centre, 9 Burkitt St, Page
Map: http://www.whereis.com/?id=22CF14941049EE
Cost: Free. A BBQ lunch will be available for $10 a head.
Further information: 6255 1599 or info@pickingupthepeaces.org.au
Please invite anyone you think might be interested.
