
Foundations
Workshops, training, and support programs designed to help you and your loved ones flourish.
What is Foundations?
Foundations is where learning, connection, and growth come together. From NDIS-funded groups and skills training to fun social gatherings and specialised workshops, our programs are designed to equip you with practical tools and foster meaningful relationships. Whether you’re looking for parent support, professional development, social connection, or strategies to strengthen your relationships, Foundations offers something for everyone.
Explore some of our programs
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DBT Skills Workshop
Our DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) Skills Group offers a supportive and structured environment to help you navigate life’s challenges with confidence. This group focuses on teaching practical skills in four key areas:
Emotional Regulation – Learn to manage intense emotions and reduce emotional reactivity.
Distress Tolerance – Discover healthy ways to cope with stressful situations and build resilience.
Interpersonal Effectiveness – Develop tools to communicate assertively, build stronger relationships, and maintain healthy boundaries.
Mindfulness – Cultivate awareness and focus, helping you stay present and grounded in everyday life.
Designed for adults who want to improve their emotional well-being, this 10-week program provides practical tools you can use immediately in your personal or professional life.
Duration: 10 weeks
Audience: Adolescents/Young Adults/Adults
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Carer and Parent Support Group
Our Carer and Parent Support Group is a welcoming space for parents, foster carers, and NDIS carers to come together and share their experiences in a supportive, non-professional setting. These sessions are all about connection—not case meetings or care plan discussions. Instead, you’ll find a nurturing environment to exchange insights, learn from one another, and build a network of support with people who truly understand your journey.
Currently held monthly, we’re committed to increasing the frequency as our community grows to meet the needs of those who rely on these valuable connections.
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Relationship Skills Micro-Workshops
These micro workshops focus on specific skills and common relationship challenges, giving you and your partner practical tools you can use right away. Whether it’s improving communication, rebuilding trust, handling conflict with care, or reigniting intimacy, each session is tailored to help couples navigate one issue at a time. Perfect for busy couples looking for quick, focused insights to strengthen their relationship.
Audience: Couples.
Duration: 2-hour sessions
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Skills-Based Workshops
Our skills-based workshops are all about equipping you with tools for everyday life while bringing joy, creativity, and connection into the mix. From life skills like managing stress, communication techniques, or navigating complex systems, to fun and hands-on sessions like pottery, gardening, or plant care, there’s something for everyone.
We collaborate with local experts and industry professionals to offer workshops that not only teach practical skills but also create a space to connect with others and explore your interests. Whether you’re looking to build confidence in life’s essentials or just want to try something new and creative, our workshops are shaped by community interest and availability—ensuring they’re as engaging as they are enriching.
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Industry Talk Nights
Our Industry Talk Nights are an engaging way to dive into meaningful topics that impact lives, careers, and communities. Featuring expert speakers from fields like psychology, mental health, trauma care, and disability advocacy, these events are designed for anyone who wants to learn, connect, and be inspired.
Whether you’re a community member curious about mental health, a carer navigating the complexities of disability services, or a social work or psychology student eager to learn from industry experts, these sessions offer something for everyone.
Each talk explores practical insights and real-world experiences, from understanding trauma and navigating the NDIS to the latest research in psychology and mental health.
Enjoy a relaxed evening with a glass of wine upon arrival and light refreshments.
Duration: 2-hour evening sessions
Audience: Open to the public—community members, carers, students, and professionals
Cost: $30 (inc GST) per person
