Nothing, Zilch, Nada !!! (They are FREE) Thanks to the Bendigo Community Bank of the Huon Valley - These groups are being funded for residents of the Huon Valley to attend at NO COST. (Please support the Bendigo Bank in whatever ways you can - They have been and continue to be extremely generous to our community)

Each group meets once per month. They meet on the same day of the month (unless there is a group consensus otherwise).

Confidentiality is crucial to these groups.

Each group member is asked to read and sign a CONFIDENTIALITY AND PRIVACY AGREEMENT before participating. They are also given a copy of this form to take home and read to ensure everyone is CLEAR about their responsibilities.

This key aspect is taken VERY SERIOUSLY. Each participant is expected to adhere to the 'guidelines’ around this and it is spelled out at each meeting.

We ALL VALUE OUR PRIVACY. What is said in the group stays in the group.

If you have concerns around this and it is perhaps a stumbling block for you joining a group - please take into consideration - everyone in the group has the same high stakes as you do. No one wants their privacy breached. That means, everyone has ‘Skin In The Game’ so to speak….

Within the group we are all just as vulnerable as each other. When we are sharing from our experiences it takes courage and a feeling of safety….That has already happened within each group from the first meeting. Some group members were strangers and others were known to each other. Both instances brought trepidation, but in every instance that NERVOUSNESS was overcome as the individuals felt safe to share openly and honestly.

INFORMATION SHARING:

THERE ARE THREE EXCEPTIONS TO THE ABSOLUTE CONFIDENTIALITY PART. Each of the exceptions (which are explained to you) are:

• If you are at risk of harming yourself or others. I am bound by my professional ethics to seek outside help.

• If there is any signs or mention of child abuse.

• If I am required to do so by law. (Very doubtful in this instance).

In any of these above mentioned instances - I would be talking to you about these exceptions at the time.

If group members choose - they can share their personal contact information with other group members (That is up to each individual to do so if they are comfortable with passing along personal information.) As the Group Facilitator - I will not be doing this if asked.

If you still have concerns around this - please contact Caroline (group facilitator) directly, and we can talk through your worries. Caroline: 0422 055 226

Yes, Yes you can !

Please fill out the online enquiry form (on this page) and Caroline will return your call when she is available.

This answer has two parts.

1: THERE ARE THREE EXCEPTIONS TO THE ABSOLUTE CONFIDENTIALITY PART. The exceptions which are explained to you are:

• If you are at risk of harming yourself or others. I am bound by my professional ethics to seek outside help.

• If there is any signs or mention of child abuse.

• If I am required to do so by law. (Doubtful in this instance).

In any of these instances I would be talking to you about these exceptions as they arise.

2: If you become ill or have an accident whilst in my care.

Each group participant will be asked to provide an emergency contact person. It is best if the person knows that you are participating in this group scenario (But that is your choice). I would obviously need to provide your personal details to an ambulance or any health professionals if asked.

They are the only times that I would have to share personal contact information etc.

As the group facilitator, I will be asked to write interim reports etc on the group and its progress to our funding body. In these instances, all personal information is taken out. Only numbers of participants and perhaps town locations will be shared for reporting purposes. (This is called DE-INDENTIFICATION and I take this aspect very seriously).

YES….Please chat to Caroline about your suitability, but certainly the answer is yes you can !

At the moment we are funded to run for the entire year of 2025. (Thanks to the Bendigo Community Bank - Huon Valley)

YES, you can !!!

If you did not join at the March Intake - It means that you will need to have a bit of a run through on the processes and understand how it all works, then you will be asked to sign the CONFIDENTIALITY & EMERGENCY CONTACT FORMS….but then you are able to slip into your desired group seamlessly. I guarantee that you will be warmly welcomed by all.

No Problem - As the Group Facilitator, It would be helpful to know in advance. However, you can pick back up where you left off the following month. It just means you miss out on the information shared for that session.

……This answer is trickier.

The short answer is NO.

The longer answer is that with all of these types of things - you get out of it what you invest into it.

For your own personal benefit…. Consistency will bring you greater results.

You will gain more insights, create stronger connections, and learn ongoing tools and techniques that will support your personal growth and understanding.

Of course, we all have personal situations that can prevent us attending….however, if your reason for not attending feels more like an excuse - then perhaps give Caroline a call and together we can work through your situation in a confidential, safe setting. (Please don’t feel any shame around this - Instead seek out a positive resolution.)

2 Hours each group, Once per Month.

The Groups are fully funded for the rest of 2025 (With the exception of JULY. THERE WILL BE NO MEETINGS IN JULY)

There is a maximum of 10 per group, but the ideal number is 8x participants.

There is an expectation that on occasion group members may be unwell or absent for one reason or another, so this is taken into account with the capped numbers.

If there turns out to be the need, a WAITING LIST will be created, and we will consider forming other groups, in different locations like Huonville.

Two Answers for this question:

1. Yes, You are welcome to bring your own food or drinks. I would encourage you to think about the other participants in relation to smells and noise. It is a small space, and I want to enjoy your food without it impacting others negatively.

   As the groups on a WEDNESDAY run over the typical dinner time - I encourage you to bring snacks or eat beforehand.

2. There is coffee/tea etc offered by GeCo. I supply biscuits and milk (when I remember!). I ask that you consider a small gold coin donation to GeCo in appreciation of their generosity and thoughtfulness. (They offer this option out of the goodness of their hearts - Any donations are gratefully received).

I ask that you consider if you make a mess - to clean it up before leaving. Cups/Glasses etc can be washed and dried in the kitchens.

Both Venue Rooms Are Disability Friendly (INCLUDING TOILET FACILITIES). There is also a Disability Parking Space in between both venues at the Geeveston Community Centre.

If You have specific needs - Please do not hesitate to discuss with Caroline. If she doesn’t know the answer - she will happily ask the Centre on your behalf.

These groups have been designed with ADULT (Over 18 years of age) content in mind. So NO - These are not suitable for children.

If for some reason you are experiencing difficulties with CHILDCARE - Please reach out to Caroline to see what is possible. It would NOT be suitable to have young children distracting the group participants. This situation can be discussed on a case-by-case basis.

All Therapy Dogs would be welcomed.

It is important to discuss this with Caroline beforehand to ensure the group doesn’t have allergies etc and so she can discuss the expectations with you and the group in advance.