Community Support Melbourne

Our monthly social in the Southern Suburbs

Do you live in the Southern suburbs? Want to explore what the Southern suburbs has to offer? Or are you just interested to catch-up with like-minded people? Once a month Steph hosts our Southern socials. It is a great opportunity to meet others. Our emphasis is on fun whilst helping and supporting each other. The socials include drinks and chats, casual coffees, dinners and other activities suggested by members from time to time. Our socials are informal and open to all. We pay for own food and drinks individually and there is no charge for the organisation of the events. We hope to see you!

MHFA OCD Support Group Face to Face - South Yarra

**Details** Support groups for individuals with OCD and their families are offered in-person at the Mental Health Foundation Australia - 10 Yarra Street, South Yarra. Come along and gain support from others with OCD in a comfortable environment at 6:30pm on the second Tuesday of each month. **Facilitator** Facilitating the OCD support groups is Jim Beer, a dedicated community support worker with expertise in mental health. Jim brings his experience and knowledge to guide the group discussions and ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all participants. **Benefits of OCD Support Group** Support groups for individuals with OCD and their families provide an avenue for comfort, safety, and mutual support. These groups offer participants the opportunity to connect with others who understand their experiences and challenges. Additionally, the support groups serve as a valuable platform for learning more about OCD and its impact. Participants can gain insights into the disorder, its symptoms, and effective coping strategies through shared experiences and discussions. This knowledge empowers individuals to better manage their condition and navigate their daily lives. To register your attendance please see: [https://supportgroup.mhfa.org.au/ocd-support-group ](https://supportgroup.mhfa.org.au/ocd-support-group) For other MHFA support groups please see: [https://supportgroup.mhfa.org.au/](https://supportgroup.mhfa.org.au/) If you need any further information feel free to contact us at supportgroup@mhfa.org.au

Let’s grab a Coffee, Walk and Chat.

Hi Everyone, Let’s grab a coffee, go for a walk around The Tan and enjoy being in the presence, meeting new people, exploring this social event in a relaxed and open environment. The Tan walk, jog or run around is a 3.827km track around the Botanic Gardens. We could do 1 lap, or 2 laps or 3 laps, see how we feel being in the moment. There are cafes on Domain Road right across from the meeting point. Feel free to grab a coffee before the event starts. This event is child and pet friendly. IMPORTANT! *Mind The Walk of this meetup will NOT accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury / accidents for your personal belongings/property at social meetups. *Attending and participating at social meetups you are taking responsibility for your own, self-awareness, well-being and safety. Thank you Mind The Walk

MHFA Anxiety Support Group Face to Face - South Yarra

If you have been diagnosed with an Anxiety Disorder join us at 10 Yarra Street, South Yarra for the Mental Health Foundation Australia Face to Face Anxiety Support Group. Introducing John as our current facilitator, he s an experienced facilitator in many diagnoses including Anxiety. John is passionate about mental health and offering support to consumers. Our facilitator is non judgmental and takes a compassionate approach to addressing mental health issues and engages participants to share in a positive and safe environment. **This support group is for those affected with a diagnosed anxiety disorder.** To register your attendance please see: [https://supportgroup.mhfa.org.au/anxiety-support-group](https://supportgroup.mhfa.org.au/anxiety-support-group) For other MHFA support groups please see: [https://supportgroup.mhfa.org.au/](https://supportgroup.mhfa.org.au/) If you need any further information feel free to contact us at supportgroup@mhfa.org.au

MHFA Depression Support Group Face to Face - South Yarra

Join in at 10 Yarra Street, South Yarra for the Mental Health Foundation Australia Monthly Depression Support Group. Introducing Akshay as our current facilitator. Akshay has completed a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and is passionate about understanding and managing depression, anxiety and stressed based disorders. Akshay takes a non-judgemental, compassionate approach to addressing mental health issues and engages participants to share in a positive and safe environment. Come along and be with people who understand and share in your experiences. They may start out as strangers but they will quickly become friends. To register your attendance please see: [https://supportgroup.mhfa.org.au/depression-support-group](https://supportgroup.mhfa.org.au/depression-support-group) You can also sign up for the Online Depression Support Group which is held on the second Monday of each month on the same page. For other MHFA support groups please see: [https://supportgroup.mhfa.org.au/](https://supportgroup.mhfa.org.au/) If you need any further information feel free to contact us at supportgroup@mhfa.org.au

Improve your Speaking Skills with fun and Support at Waverley Communicators

Speaking in public is not easy for most people, nor is running a workshop, writing a speech, thinking on your feet, or even speaking up amongst friends. At POWERtalk you will learn how to gain the confidence to step up to speak up. We've seen it many times over. We help you with simple techniques to look confident as a speaker even when you feel like crumbling. **You'll be giving presentations before you know it and loving it!!!** **\>\>\>** We believe there is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to growing as a person and can tailor a plan to help you grow as an individual. **<<<** **Join us at a meeting soon to learn how to build your confidence as a speaker, effectively communicate, get creative, and have lots of fun doing so.** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- POWERtalk Australia is a not-for-profit organisation training in public speaking and leadership skills. Guests are free of charge for the first 3 meetings. Full membership is surprisingly very affordable. Please ask if you would like more information or become a member. We look forward to meeting you for a night of POWERtalk (1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month) *PS. If you have symptoms of cough, runny nose, fever or are unwell, we wish you a speedy recovery and please ask that you stay away until you are well again. Thanks :)* We meet every 1st & 3rd Tuesday. Address: Power Neighbourhood House - 54 Power Avenue Ashwood Vic 7.45 pm start. 2-hour duration. Come along and enjoy the fun. We look forward to meeting you.

Spread the love to our homeless Melbournians - Mission for a Cause

Lake Walk & Coffee - Blackburn Lake Sanctuary BLACKBURN

Nepalese Dineout MALVERN EAST

BeSocial. Sunday Reset: Coffee + Chats

Ease into the new week with our “Sunday Reset: Coffee + Chats” a calm and welcoming space to slow down, reflect, and connect. Join us for a relaxed catch-up over coffee where conversations flow easily and there’s no pressure to be anywhere else. Whether you’re looking to recharge, meet new people, or simply enjoy a peaceful start to your Sunday, this is the perfect way to reset and refocus for the week ahead. Please note that we will meet at Park Pantry for a coffee and head over to the Royal Botanical Gardens!

Spill The Tea (Library Social Fundraiser)

**Tickets (Attendance and Raffle):** [https://events.humanitix.com/spill-the-tea-cosy-queer-social-fundraiser](https://events.humanitix.com/spill-the-tea-cosy-queer-social-fundraiser) Please join us for a cosy indoor social at the Ivanhoe Library & Cultural Hub, in the Clara Southern meeting room. This is part of an official "Biggest Morning Tea" event to raise funds for people living with cancer. You can support our goal by buying an attendance ticket, a raffle ticket, donating here, or donating directly on our Cancer Council page: [https://www.biggestmorningtea.com.au/fundraisers/lgbtsocialhubmelb](https://www.biggestmorningtea.com.au/fundraisers/lgbtsocialhubmelb) We'll be providing some late morning tea (you're welcome to bring something to share too if you'd like), giving out name tags, and inviting a range of activities, including: *\- BYO project \(crafting or otherwise \- no paint please\)* *\- Card and board games* *\- Conversation prompt discussion cards \(Esther Perel\)* *\- Optional wellbeing acvitity \(core values\)* *\- Raffle draw\!* 100% of the funds from attendance tickets, raffle tickets and direct donations go to the Cancer Council. Your host, Ben, is a mental health professional & experienced group facilitator who's passionate about bringing people together to socialise and make new friends. **Please note:** this is an alcohol free event. LGBT+ Social Hub Melbourne aims to provide a safe place for everyone. We ask that you be respectful to all attendees; harassment and discrimination will not be tolerated. The venue capacity is 20 people, so attendance tickets are strictly limited. Can't wait to see you there :) **About the Raffle** First Prize: *A professional family or portrait photoshoot, and signed matted print. This fine art photography experience is valued at $695 and has been generously donated by Tilnak Fine Art Portraits ([https://www.tilnak.com/](https://www.tilnak.com/))* Second Prize: *2x official cancer council mugs, 1x official cancer council tea towel, 2x handcrafted scented candles made by the host, postage to 1 location in Melbourne.* Please ensure your details are correct so that we can contact you if you're the winner! You do not have to attend the event to participate in the raffle.

Pentridge Palace cinema

Hi all Have moved this fortnightly dinner and movie at Pentridge Palace cinema in Coburg to align with start of the long weekend . Generally get dinner at Jacky Jones then see a fick around 7-7.30pm screening slot. Hope you can make it!