Events (25)
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A Mental Health Workshop for Parents/Carers of Adolescents
Taylah MacDonellAFOM has collaborated with other organisations to present this workshop.
The workshop was organised as a result of community feedback from our Invisible Wounds Projects.
This is a topic that concerns so many, so this workshop will be a first step towards better understanding, education and knowledge of where to obtain help.
Heads up! - We are holding another mens retreat.
Want to get away for a couple of days and enjoy a men’s only camping weekend? Then this is for you!
For current and past serving military and front line responders: police, firemen, ambulance officers etc.
Dates: 6th June till 10th June 2018
Costs of this event is to come, this is just a heads up to clear your schedule
For more information, contact John to 0404836765 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
AFOM is delighted to collaborate with Operation PTSD Support Partners Forum for this years retreat !
This retreat commences on May 2nd for a week OR if you can only get away for the weekend (a long weekend) that may be able to be arranged as well - It will be at the beautiful Rainbow Beach.
All details below
A fun respite retreat for those partners that are caring for an incapacitated veteran.
Accomodation is shared ( Please book two shares for a single room and contact Donna on 0430166070 ) The cost for shared accommodation and activities will be no more than $300 for the five nights. ( less depending on fundraising success). Hopefully with fundraising we can reduce this significantly. The accomodation is very modern water front studio apartments at Rainbow Bay.
Activities have not yet been finalised but as always they will be entertaining and a lot of laughs.
No gaurantee can be made to find you a room buddy, it is much easier if you organise this yourself.
Please notify OPPTSD Support of your details
include a scanned or photograph copy of proof of military service for your partner or self, this can be a copy of Gold / white card
Who you are sharing with.
To, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
There are limited rooms so best to book in early. The deposit is non refundable. Final Payment will have to be made 6/4/2018 and an invoice will be emailed to you for this.
If you can just come for the weekend ( its the long weekend) let me know and we may be able to buddy you up with someone able to spend five nights.
There are cooking facilities in each room, however we will also be having some meals ( bbq) provided.
Please contact Donna on 0430166070 for further information.
AUSTRALIAN FAMILIES OF THE MILITARY RESEARCH FOUNDATION (AFOM)
AFOM researches and provides supports service for the families of the men and women of the
Australian Defence Forces
THE FREEMASONS OF DISTRICT 15 ARE HOSTING A
“ST PATRICKS DAY” WARM UP CHARITY DINNER AND AUCTION NIGHT 
WHEN: SATURDAY 3RD
MARCH 2018
WHERE: CLUB MAITLAND CITY IN THE DIAMOND ROOM
TIME: 5:30PM FOR 6:00PM
DRESS: SMART CASUAL WITH A CELTIC THEME OPTIONAL
COST PER PERSON : $45.00
The price includes a 2 course dinner, prepared by the Club resident Chef..
Sparkling wine will be served with “nibblies” on arrival.
Complimentary Tea and coffee will be available.
Alcohol beverages may be purchased at the bar at normal club prices
Entertainment will be provided by the
“RUSTY HARPER CELTIC BAND”
ALL MONEYS RAISED FROM THE DINNER AND AUCTION WILL BE DONATED TO AFOM
COME TO THE DINNER AND HAVE A MOST ENJOYABLE NIGHT AMONG FRIENDS AND AT
THE SAME TIME SUPPORT A MOST WORTHY AND WONDERFUL CAUSE
Tickets can be purchased by cash, cheque or direct debit to BSB 637000 Account 723352835
using your surname and initial as reference, pre payment is essential for catering purposes.
To purchase tickets or to sponsor the evening, please contact:
Mark Pollard on 0419 401 372 or by email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
or any District 15 Lodge Secretary
For information on AFOM please refer to their website www.afom.org.au
Next Men's Retreat/Working Bee
6th December - 10th December 2017
Meet at Mortel's at 10am or Dungog IGA at 12:30pm
Meals provided, Tea, Coffee and Soft Drinks
Cost - $60-$70 per person (depending on numbers)
RSVP to John (0404 836 765) by Friday 1st December for catering purposes.
Come along and support our Foundation - giving Help, Assistance and Support to our Military Families, past present and into the Future
See details below - click onto this hyperlink to buy a ticket.
http://www.westsnewcastle.com.au/entertainment/event/afom-invisible-wounds-black-tie-ball
Accommodation available at Wests - so book in and make a weekend of it. Linda Hurley is our excellent guest Speaker and we have a few more special guests.
Accommodation available
http://www.westsnewcastle.com.au/entertainment/event/afom-invisible-wounds-black-tie-ball
DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND WE
ARE HOLDING ANOTHER
MEN’S RETREAT WEEKEND
Want to get away for a couple of days and enjoy a men’s only camping weekend? Then this is for you!
For current and past serving military and front line responders: police, firemen, ambulance officers etc.
Dates: 28th April - 30th April 2017
Cost: $50 per person (includes all meals, soft drink, coffee, tea, water)
BYO: Tent/Swag, Chair, Mess kit
Meeting Place: Lioness Park Clarencetown Road Dungog at 2pm Friday 28th April. (Anyone needing transport, contact John: 0404836765)
Itinerary of activities and location of retreat will be provided once payment is confirmed.
RSVP to John by 22nd April to 0404836765 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Bought to you by:
When : Thursday March 2nd 2017
Where: State Library Francis St Perth
Time: 10am - 3 pm
For Further Information ring 08 9228 3350 or Mobile: 0488 878 292
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When : Thursday March 2nd 2017
Where: State Library Francis St Perth
Time: 10am - 3 pm
For Further Information ring 08 9228 3350 or Mobile: 0488 878 292
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Poker Run and Community Family Day * Note change of Date
Written by AdministratorAFOM COMMUNITY FAMILY DAY AND POKER RUN
Date: Sunday 28th May 2017
Venue: Lambton Bowling Club
Registration starts: 7:30am till 9:45am
Stands up: 10am
MEN’S RETREAT WEEKEND
Want to get away for a couple of days and enjoy a men’s only camping weekend? Then this is for you!
For current and past serving military and front line responders: police, firemen, ambulance officers etc.
Dates: Friday 24th February - Sunday 26th February 2017
Cost: $50 per person (includes all meals, soft drink, coffee, tea, water)
BYO: Tent/Swag, Chair, Mess kit
Meeting Place: Royal Hotel, Main Road Dungog at 2pm Friday 24th February. (Anyone needing transport, contact John: 0404836765)
Itinerary of activities and location of retreat will be provided once payment is confirmed.
RSVP to John by 21st February 2017 to 0404836765 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
AFOM Caring for ALL in our Community
When: Tuesday 8th November 2016
CLUB ON EAST
(was known as Suth.United Serv.Club)
7 East Parade, Sutherland
Entry - $5
Commencing: 9:30am for a meet and mingle and Closes at 3:30-4pm
Invisible Wounds: Effects on the community
Do you know of anyone having problems
with Depression, Anxiety, Posttraumatic Stress or other mental health problems?
Have you, or they encountered trauma, difficult working conditions or financial problems due to economic or other reasons? Find out how our Community can help. Let us know what you think our Community should be doing. Come to our “Invisible Wounds Day” and see what services and help are available. Find some clues how to live and help people who have mental health problems.
For more information contact: June Roe 0407106718 E:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
AFOM 2018 Annual Report
A Mental Health Workshop for Parents/Carers of Adolescents
Mens Retreat - More info to come!
Partners Retreat 2018
Charity Dinner and Fundraiser
Men's Retreat No 7
Invisible Wounds Black Tie, Red Carpet Dinner
Mens retreat No 2
Invisible Wounds Seminar
Upcoming Seminar - Perth -Western Australia
Poker Run and Community Family Day * Note change of Date
AFOM Mens Retreat
Sutherland Shire Invisible Wounds
