Arafmi Ltd

12/11/2025

The Cairns Mental Health Carer Forum was a powerful reminder of the strength and resilience of mental health carers and of the importance of creating spaces where their voices are heard, valued and supported.

Around 80 carers joined us alongside 10 local organisations, connecting with carer specific resources, insights and each other. Regional carers engaged in interesting conversations with Ivan Frkovic, Queensland Mental Health Commissioner, Katrina Armstrong, Executive Officer, Mental Health Carers Australia, and Simon Katterl, CEO Of Mental Health Lived Experience Peak Queensland in a panel discussion.

From Q&A sessions with sector leaders to somatic movement and guided meditation, the day was inspiring, insightful and uplifting. 💛

📸 See all the highlights here: https://buff.ly/L8Tw4oP

12/11/2025

Congratulations to our latest eCPR cohort of seven who have completed two days of Emotional CPR training with Arafmi in October! 🎉

eCPR teaches people how to support themselves and others through emotional crisis by focusing on three simple yet powerful steps:
- Connecting
- Empowering
- Revitalising

This interactive, inclusive workshop helps carers strengthen relationships with family, friends, co-workers and community, creating ripple effects of empathy and understanding wherever they go.

We’re proud to see another group join the growing network of eCPR practitioners across Queensland!

11/11/2025

Caring for someone living with mental health challenges or alcohol and drug challenges can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone.

Join Arafmi and Family Drug Support for a free community event designed to bring carers and families together for shared understanding, learning and support.

✨ On the day you can:
• Hear from inspiring guest speakers with lived and professional experience
• Connect with others who understand what you’re going through
• Discover local services and community supports
• Enjoy a free, relaxed lunch

💚 All welcome | Free to attend

Tuesday 18 November 2025
10:00 AM - 3:30 PM AEST

For more information:
Arafmi – carersupport@arafmi.com.au | 1300 554 660
Family Drug Support – Mona – mona@fds.org.au | 0491 091 630

11/11/2025

In August 2024, a landmark report revealed that 493,000 Australians with moderate to high mental health needs still have no access to community (psychosocial) supports. These are essential services that help people recover and live well in the community.

More than a year later, no action has been taken.

This petition is calling on all Australian governments to:
✅ Expand psychosocial supports for individuals, carers and kin by 30 December 2025
✅ Establish a Lived Experience-led co-design team by 30 December 2025
✅ Begin implementation by 1 July 2026
✅ Commit to addressing the unmet need by 30 June 2030

It’s time to close the gap in mental health supports.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐚𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞? 𝟒𝟔𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲.

Right now, 460,000 people are missing out on essential community supports that help them stay connected, recover, and live well.

These supports change lives — and save them.
Help us make sure no one is left behind.

CALL TO ACTION👉 Sign the petition and be part of the change.
tinyurl.com/f7s24mrk

11/11/2025

💚 We’re hiring! Arafmi is looking for a Carer Support Facilitator (Carer Gateway Program) to join our team in the Rockhampton / Gladstone region.

This role supports mental health carers through connection, coaching and community partnerships. If you’re passionate about helping unpaid mental health carers access the support they deserve, we’d love to hear from you! We have been caring for nearly 50 years and we need you!

👉 Learn more and apply: https://buff.ly/S0EkIRm
📅 Applications close soon

10/11/2025

Today, we pause to remember those who served and those who still carry the impact of that service.

To the carers supporting veterans, partners, parents and children whose lives were changed by war and service - we see you. Your quiet strength and compassion help hold so many stories of love, loss and resilience.

Lest we forget ❤️

We’re here for you too
Call from anywhere in Queensland
📞 24hr Carer Support Line: 1300 554 660

10/11/2025

Who will care when you can’t? Let’s talk about it. If you’ve ever felt anxious about what will happen to your loved one when you’re no longer able to provide care, you’re not alone - and it’s never too early to start planning.

Arafmi is hosting a free Future Planning Workshop for unpaid mental health carers in Queensland. This practical, supportive session will help you explore your options and plan ahead with confidence.

📍 The Greek Club, West End
📅 Wednesday 19 November, 9:45am - 1:00pm
🎤 With guest speakers
☕ Morning tea and lunch provided
♿ Fully accessible venue with free onsite parking (first in, best dressed)

Spaces are limited — to secure your spot click the link: https://buff.ly/TAFX9lH
Can’t make it? You can still register to stay informed about future sessions.

10/11/2025

💚 Caring for someone can be both rewarding and challenging especially when supporting a young person who’s struggling.
If you’re a parent, carer or family member in the Logan area, this free community workshop is a great chance to connect with others who understand.

Together, participants will:
✨ Share experiences, ideas and tools for supporting young people in distress
💬 Learn how to have compassionate, constructive conversations
💪 Recognise family strengths and build confidence
🤝 Explore local resources and peer support options

November 25, more details below:

💚 Caring for someone can be rewarding — and also deeply challenging.
If you’re a parent, carer, or family member supporting a young person who’s struggling — you don’t have to walk this path alone. 🌱

Join our free community workshop in Logan, Brisbane to connect with others who truly understand. Together, we’ll:

✨ Share stories, ideas, and tools for supporting young people in distress
💬 Learn how to have compassionate, constructive conversations
💪 Recognise your family’s strengths and build confidence
🤝 Discover helpful local resources and peer support

📅 Tuesday, 25 November 2025
🕤 9:30am – 2:30pm
📍 Logan Village & Districts Community Centre
30 Wharf St, Logan Village QLD 4207

🥗 Free event with catering included!
🚗 Free onsite parking
Come as you are, share what you can, and leave feeling supported and connected. 💞

👉 Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/resilience-in-reach-in-person-workshop-tlu92zr3
☎️ Have questions? Call us anytime at 07 3544 0988

10/11/2025

Sue and Cheryl recently attended the Rural Mental Health Conference in Hobart, joining organisations from across Australia to share ideas and learn what’s working to support mental health in rural communities.

A great opportunity to connect, collaborate and bring fresh insights back to Queensland.
Australian & New Zealand Mental Health Association

08/11/2025

🔥 Bowls, BBQ and Banter - A Movember Men’s Retreat 🏏 Join us for a relaxed and meaningful day for the fellas, for FREE!

We’ll kick off with a morning workshop at the Carer Respite Hub. It's a chance to chat about our caring roles and the stuff that matters before enjoying a BBQ lunch and an afternoon of lawn bowls at New Farm Bowls Club.

It’s a great opportunity to take a breather, share a few laughs and focus on your wellbeing. Plus, everyone walks away with a goodie bag to take home.

👥 Open to all men in caring roles.

🗓️ Find out more and register here 👉 https://buff.ly/PWGc6WJ

07/11/2025

"I felt like a no-one but this is the first time I felt like a someone" Carer, Carer Respite Hub Feedback

These words from a Queensland carer remind us why we do what we do.

We know that every carer deserves to be seen, valued and supported, not just for the person they care for, but for who they are. 💚

Through our Carer Respite Hub, events and community connections, we’re creating spaces where carers can rest, recharge, feel recognised and get empowered.

Because you matter, too.

06/11/2025

Self-Care for Carers - Online Workshop. Caring for someone can be rewarding, but it can also be emotionally and physically exhausting. This free online session is all about YOU — your wellbeing, your boundaries and your energy.

Join us to:
✨ Learn practical self-care tools
🧠 Understand the signs of burnout
💬 Connect with others who “get it”

📅 Thursday 13 Nov 2025, 1:00 pm

Register now via https://buff.ly/WgR8gs4