The Rheumatoid Arthritis & Sjogren's Syndrome Interest Group meets on the 2nd Thursday on the month.  The group meets at the Woden Hellenic Club and it covers information about Rheumatoid Arthritis and Sjorens' syndrome.  For more information and meeting times, please call Arthritis ACT on the number provided.

Arthritis ACT

Services include: Arthritis ACT provides exercise & Tai Chi programs, warm water exercise classes (hydrotherapy), support/ interest groups, self-management courses, seminars and workshops on topics that are relevant to the needs of our members. We are dedicated in providing research, health promotion programs and education/training opportunities to assist sufferers or health professionals, and to raise community awareness of the impact of these conditions.

The Arthritis Support Group meets on the 1st Monday of the month (unless long weekend then 2nd Monday of the month).  The groups meets at the Coffee Shop at the Woden Hellenic Club.  For more information and meeting dates, please call Arthritis ACT on the number provided.

The Treatment Support Service provides information, support and referral for people accessing drug treatments or those considering entering treatment. Information and support provided for people to access detoxification, rehabilitation or opioid treatment programs in the ACT or interstate. This peer support program provides information on the range of treatment options available, assists people to make informed treatment choices and provides referral and support in accessing treatment services. The service promotes consumer rights and advocates on behalf of people having treatment difficulties.

Canberra Alliance for Harm Minimisation and Advocacy (CAHMA)

Services include: CAHMA provides a peer based user group run by and for past and present illicit/injecting drug users, their families and friends. CAHMA provides advocacy, assistance and education around issues pertinent to the lives of illicit/injecting drug users.

Carer support groups available as well as The Dementia Links Project which provides relevant and meaningful social support groups for people diagnosed with early stage dementia through a range of activities.

Dementia Australia ACT

Formerly Alzheimer's Australia ACT

Dementia Australia ACT provides a range of services to people living with dementia, their families and carers.  We provide information, advice, support, counselling, education, and a telephone information line.  Our multidisciplinary team supports people to maintain quality of life throughout their journey with dementia.

Hepatitis ACT is Canberra's community hepatitis organisation.  We are funded by ACT Health to provide a comprehensive range of hepatitis related services including information, education, training, prevention, support, advocacy and representation and referral.  We also operate a Needle and Syringe Program (NSP) outlet.

Hepatitis ACT

Services include: Hepatitis ACT is Canberra's community hepatitis organisation.  we are funded by ACT Health to provide a comprehensive range of no-cost hepatitis-related services including information, education, training, prevention, support, advocacy and representation and referral.

This is a peer based group that is auspiced and managed by the AIDS Action Council. Peer based activities and social support for people affected by HIV. Services include weekly lunches, peer support network dinners and other special events. A newsletter is developed and circulated at request. A women's group meets throughout the year, especially at Christmas time and during other holidays or special events.

AIDS Action Council of the ACT

Services include: The AIDS Action Council of the ACT provides support services for people living with HIV. Using a service delivery model, we assist individuals develop coping mechanisms to manage HIV infection. This might include counselling, dietitian clinics, advocacy, support groups and referrals. Using community development principles, we work to provide information and prevention messages about HIV to the Canberra community.

Meridian

Specialities: Diabetes Education and/or Dietitian, type 1 and 2 diabetes. Face to face, telehealth and zoom consultations available.  Consultations bulk billed (no cost to patient) when referred from doctor with a Medicare Chronic disease individual allied health services plan under a team care arrangement. Private appointments also available, fees apply. Private health rebates may apply depending on the level of cover. Check with the individuals health fund. 

Diabetes NSW & ACT

Services include: Diabetes NSW & ACT are Australia’s largest member-based charity for people living with or at risk of diabetes. We have been supporting people with diabetes, their families, carers and friends, for 80 years.

Please contact the site for information on the different support groups they have.

The Salvation Army - Canberra City Corps - 3R

Services include: A dedicated alcohol support service providing a non residential rehabilitation program for people aged 12 years and over, and their families, wanting to address their alcohol and other drug issues.

Peer support groups which promote social networks through regular group sessions.

The Royal Society for the Blind - ACT

Services include: The Royal Society for the Blind ACT provides a wide range of rehabilitation and support services that assist people in the ACT who are blind or have low vision, to manage the effects of blindness in their daily lives.

Welcome to S-Anon!  Let us assure you that no matter what feelings you may be having right now, other members of S-Anon have felt similar emotions.  Meetings are a vital part of the S-Anon program, providing us with the opportunity to identify and confirm common problems and to hear the experience, strength and hope of others.

S-Anon Australia

Services include: S-Anon is a program of recovery for those who have been affected by someone else's sexual behaviour. S-Anon is based on the 12 steps and 12 traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous.

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