Kempsey Families Incorporated

12/05/2026

National Sorry Day Commemoration 🌿

A community gathering will be held on Tuesday 26 May to reflect, remember, and honour the strength of the Stolen Generations, their families, and communities.

📍 10:00am – 10:45am | Kempsey Train Station
📍 11:00am – 1:30pm | Anglican Hall

Please bring flowers in remembrance.

Everyone is welcome to attend and stand together in reflection, respect, and community.

For more information:
📞 6533 1051
📧 [email protected]

07/05/2026

Parenting doesn’t come with a manual — but support makes all the difference 💜

“Tuning in to Kids” is a free 6-session parenting group designed to help parents and carers of children aged 0–12 better understand emotions, strengthen communication, and support their child’s emotional wellbeing.

Learn practical ways to:
✨ connect with your child
✨ support emotional regulation
✨ reduce behaviour challenges
✨ build emotional intelligence and resilience

📍 Old Scouts Hall, South West Rocks
📅 Tuesdays | 19 May – 23 June 2026
⏰ 10am – 12:30pm
☕ Free morning tea & program resources included

To register or find out more, contact Regen (Mission Australia) on 0476 806 721.

28/04/2026

💜 You’re Invited to High Tea 💜

Join us as we come together for National Domestic & Family Violence Prevention Month. This special High Tea is an opportunity to raise awareness, show support for those affected by domestic and family violence, and stand together as a community committed to change.

☕ Enjoy an afternoon of connection and conversation.
💜 Wear purple to show your support.

📅 Thursday 7th May 2026
🕐 1:00 pm
📍 Kempsey Families Inc – 21 Verge Street, Kempsey

Please RSVP by Friday 1st May 2026
📞 02 6563 1588
📧 [email protected]

We would love to see our community come together to support awareness, prevention, and hope. 💜

09/04/2026

The BreastScreen NSW mobile van will be in Kempsey from 7 April to 10 July 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for women aged 50-74 years to get their free mammogram!

📍 Where: 67 Belgrave St Kempsey, near the pool & skate park
🕥 When: 7 April to 10 July 2026 from 7.50 am to 4.50 pm

Early detection saves lives. It's quick and easy. Peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

How to book:
📱 13 20 50
🌐 www.breastscreen.nsw.gov.au

Don’t miss out on this important health check.

08/04/2026

01/04/2026

Are you an autistic adult?
(diagnosed or self-identified)

If so, you are warmly invited to join a supportive community.
There, you'll find others who understand your unique experiences and challenges.

Whether you're looking for advice, friendship, or simply a place to share your story, the group is there for you.

You will connect, support each other, and celebrate your neurodiversity together.

Contact Ross Henderson for dates:
[email protected]
0428 353424

01/04/2026

Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety? You’re not alone — and support is available. 💚

Kempsey Families is offering a free 6-week Anxiety Management Group for adults, starting Tuesday 12 May at 10:30am. This supportive online program will help you understand anxiety, learn practical skills to manage difficult thoughts and feelings, and take meaningful steps toward the life you want.

📍 Online (via Teams)
👥 Small group: 6 - 10 participants
🗓 Every Tuesday for 6 weeks

You’ll learn how to:
✔ Understand how anxiety works in your mind and body
✔ Step back from anxious thoughts
✔ Build self-compassion and resilience
✔ Make room for difficult feelings instead of avoiding them
✔ Take meaningful action toward what matters most to you

This group may be right for you if anxiety or worry feels like it’s running your life and you’re ready to try practical tools in a supportive environment.

📩 Places are limited — register your interest today:
SMS 0492 934 969 or email [email protected]

Please feel free to share with someone who might benefit. 💬

30/03/2026

🌿 Circle of Security Parenting Program 🌿

Are you a parent or caregiver of a child aged 0–6 years? Join our upcoming Circle of Security group and learn practical ways to better understand your child’s needs while strengthening your relationship with them.

Over 8 weekly sessions, you’ll explore ways to:
• Understand your child’s emotional needs
• Build a secure and supportive relationship
• Develop effective parenting strategies
• Feel more confident in responding to your child

📅 Mondays, 4 May – 29 June
⏰ 10:00am – 12:00pm

📞 To register or find out more:
Rose (Health): 0409 939 865
Rachel (KFI): 0488 631 099

Places are limited, so get in touch to secure your spot.

12/03/2026

The Macleay Seniors Expo is back for 2026 🎉

Whether you’re looking for information, social activities, support options or just a good yarn, the expo has something for everyone.

📅 Thursday 26 March
📍 Slim Dusty Centre
🕙 10am–2pm
💲 Free

Throughout the day there will be live entertainment, music and short information talks from local organisations sharing practical advice about topics of interest to seniors.

A full event program will be published by Friday 20 March.
In the meantime, a sneak peak of what is planned is available at: ksc.pub/seniors2026

18/02/2026

⭐⭐STORYTIME at Kempsey Shire Library⭐⭐
⭐THIS FRIDAY 20th February 2026 at 10.30am -11.15am
⭐Stories, songs and a craft activity provided
⭐Bookings not required
⭐Storytime is designed for pre-school aged children aged 3 to 6 years and their parents/carers. Storytime aims to develop early literacy skills in a fun and social environment. Storytime is held every fortnight on Fridays at the Kempsey Shire Library. Call 65663210 for further information

STORYTIME - ON THIS FRIDAY
Join us at 10:30am on Friday 20 February for a fun hair-themed Storytime session. Enjoy stories, songs and a craft activity. No bookings required.

Storytime is designed for children aged 3 to 6 years, and aims to develop early literacy skills in a fun and social environment.