Familial Trust
Because Families Matter
We provide support to family/whānau who are impacted by a family members misuse of alcohol and drugs.
At our service, you will find somebody who understands the path you are walking, as we have lived experience.
Our services include, but are not limited to:
Face to face support
Peer Support Groups
Advocacy & Peer Support
Youth Work support
Children & Youth Programmes
Educational Groups
Educational Workshops
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Every Tuesday
1:00-2:00pm -Adult peer support
4:00-5:00pm -Parents supporting parents-STAR group
Every Wednesday
5:00-6:00pm- Adult peer support
Held at Christchurch central services 55-58 Ferry Road
EVERY Thursday
4:00-5:30 - Parents supporting parents -ROCKS group
Night Appointments-Wednesday
4.00-6.00pm
Held at Christchurch central services 55-58 Ferry Road
Location: Familial Trust - Group Room
A safe and confidential environment to be supported by others who understand.
To be able to attend the groups. Please book a one to one appointment with a kaimahi to register.
Parents supporting parents - a group for parents who have tamariki attending our STAR and ROCKS programmes.
This will be a facilitated group by one of our peer support kaimahi each week.
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This is not a therapy group, this is fun!
School term time: Thursdays
4.00pm - 5.30pmAge Groups:
7-12 years oldThrough attending R.O.C.K.S group each week and participating in a variety of fun activities children learn
Safety boundaries and routines,
It is okay to say no
They are not alone
Cost: Free
* Familial Trust Youth Programmes are made possible with support from RATA Foundation and individual donations.
Rules & Agreement
We have two rules at ROCKS and these are in place to ensure the children’s safety.
1) No violence
2) No leaving the premises without an adult
We also have a group code of conduct that all group leaders and children attending agree to. *Any act of violence will result in the child responsible being removed from the group for that week. They are welcomed back the following week on a clean-slate basis.This is not a therapy group
This Is Fun!
Safety
Boundaries and routines
It’s okay to say no
That they’re not alone
Build self-esteem
Trust
Sharing
Social skills
Positive modelling of behaviour through leaders
CRITERIA
Children are affected by another family members misuse of Alochol and drug misuse
Children are willing and wanting to attend the group or withheld as a punishment by parents
Parents or caregivers must have linked in with the Familial Trust
For more information or to enrol your children please contact:
PHONE: (03) 981 1093
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S.T.A.R Programme
The S.T.A.R programme (Starting Totally Awesome Recovery) is designed for children who are living with the effects of Alcohol and drug misuse.
Children will experience a safe and fun environmentTo connect with other children
They will be introduced to healthy living skills.
The identification and expression of feelings
A variety of problem solving, coping and self-care strategies
Exercises designed to build self-esteem, self-worth and resilience.
The S.T.A.R Programme features a variety of activities including art, games, music, movement, role plays and stories. Through participating in this programme children also learn that they are not alone – other children are experiencing similar issues.
INFORMATION
5-7 Years old
Runs during term time 4-5 Tuesdays
Cost: Free
* Familial Trust Youth Programmes are made possible with support from RATA Foundation and individual donations.
Criteria
Children are affected by another family members misuse of alcohol and drugs
Children are willing and wanting into attend the programme
Parents or caregivers must have linked in with the Familial Trust
All information required is provided to Familial Trust before the programme commences.
Topic covered include:
It’s Not My Fault
All My Feelings Are Ok
Taking Care Of Me
I Am Special
Celebrate MeFACILITATORS
Youth Development Coordinator
Familial Trust Peer Support WorkersAftercare
Familial Trust provides a weekly Children’s Group – R.O.C.K.S - for young people affected by a family member’s misuse of Alcohol and Drug misuse.
This is not a therapy group – this is a fun group – where children can come along and be playful in a safe and caring environment.
This is run on Thursday during the school terms from 4pm – 5:30pm.For more information about the S.T.A.R Programme please contact us
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DISCOVERY Programme
The Discovery Programme is designed for young people aged 13 -16 years old.
Over eight weeks Wedsnesday 4:00-5:30pm
This programme aims to intentionally weave connections together in a safe space across a variety of topics.
Participants are given the opportunity to explore their strengths and struggles in an environment where they are connected, empowered and encouraged.The programme…
Runs during the school terms for two hours a week. It is expected that participants will attend all sessions to get the most from the programme.
Cost: Free
* Familial Trust Youth Programmes are made possible with support from RATA Foundation and individual donations.
Criteria
Aged between 13 and 16
Affected by another family members Misuse of alcohol and drug misuse
Wanting and willing to participate by choice
Topics covered include…
Impact of alcohol and drug misuse
Belief Systems
Emotions
Body Image
Self -CareSelf Esteem
Relationships Boundaries
Problem Solving
SpiritualityFacilitated by
Programme Co ordinator and Peer support Kaimahi
