Families Supporting Families

Families Supporting Families FSF is an inclusive organisation for the WHOLE family of a child with disability/developmental delay. Families Supporting Families is an incorporated charity.

Families Supporting Families is an inclusive organisation for the WHOLE family of a child with special needs. We value the stories and experiences of our members as we celebrate the uniqueness of our children. We provide an opportunity for families to exchange ideas, build knowledge and share their experiences. We are in the greater Lake Macquarie, Newcastle and Hunter Valley areas. We help in the

following ways:

Workshops
Coffee Mornings
School Holiday activities
Website
Guided discussions
Social outings
Newsletter
Information sharing

14/06/2026
Siblings Australia have some helpful events coming up to support siblings.
13/06/2026

Siblings Australia have some helpful events coming up to support siblings.

Many teenagers who have a brother or sister with disability, chronic illness, or additional needs can carry responsibilities and emotions that often go unseen. Having a space where they feel understood by peers can make a meaningful difference.

That’s why Siblings Australia offers a TeenSib Space, our free monthly online peer connection group created especially for teen siblings.

TeenSib Space provides a calm, low-pressure environment where young people can connect with others who understand sibling life, share experiences, and build a sense of belonging.

Here’s what’s coming up:

TeenSib Junior (13–15 years)
🗓 Sunday 14th June
⏰ 3:00pm (SA)
⏰ 3:30pm (QLD, NSW, VIC & TAS)
⏰ 1:30pm (WA)

TeenSib Senior (15–17 years)
🗓 Sunday 14th June
⏰ 4:30pm (SA)
⏰ 5:00pm (QLD, NSW, VIC & TAS)
⏰ 3:00pm (WA)

Sessions are facilitated by a TeenSib Counsellor, with a TeenSib Coordinator available in the background if needed, helping keep the space safe, supportive, and peer-led.

What participants can expect:

✨ Online via Microsoft Teams
✨ Warm, welcoming facilitation
✨ Connection with others who understand
✨ No pressure to share
✨ Free to attend

For parents, carers, educators, counsellors and allied health professionals this may be a valuable opportunity to share.

TeenSibs can register here: https://bit.ly/TeenSibOnline

For questions, contact us at: [email protected]

12/06/2026

A Senate inquiry into the government's proposed NDIS cuts has heard...

Join us for our July school holiday event! On Thursday 16th July we will be having a winter picnic and visiting Snow tim...
11/06/2026

Join us for our July school holiday event! On Thursday 16th July we will be having a winter picnic and visiting Snow time at Hunter Valley Gardens! ❄️

Thank you to Port Waratah Coal Services and Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group for their generous support of this holiday activity.

The link to book tickets is:
https://events.humanitix.com/snow-time-in-the-gardens-winter-2026

This is a subsidised event for current FSF members. Please contact us by email if you are unsure if your membership is up to date.

10/06/2026

Don’t miss Dr Angela Amado's workshop hosted in Newcastle by Hunter Circles!

In her recent interview with Team DSC, Angela spoke powerfully about what helps relationships grow:

“Seeing the same people in the same places over time, having meaningful interactions. Not just people with disabilities being present, but some way to really powerfully interact.”

This gets to the heart of belonging - not just being present, but being known, respected and part of community.

Join this practical one-day workshop with Angela exploring friendship, inclusion and what it takes to build real connection in ordinary community life.

Tuesday 16 June
Newcastle Museum
9.00am - 4.00pm

Register here:https://events.humanitix.com/connecting-with-community

Thank you Children and Young People with Disability Australia for your advocacy. 🙏
09/06/2026

Thank you Children and Young People with Disability Australia for your advocacy. 🙏

Exhausted families could be plunged further into crisis and have greater interaction with child protection services under the proposed overhaul of the NDIS, advocates say.

Join Strive for Autism with guests Tim & Judy Sharp on Tuesday 9th June at 6:30pm on Zoom!
07/06/2026

Join Strive for Autism with guests Tim & Judy Sharp on Tuesday 9th June at 6:30pm on Zoom!

Don't miss our 9th June meeting, friends of Strive Tim and Judy Sharp will be joining us by Zoom at 6.30pm

Join us for our Carers Café at Q & Co. on Friday the 19th of June from 10am to 11.30am. All welcome! A great chance to c...
05/06/2026

Join us for our Carers Café at Q & Co. on Friday the 19th of June from 10am to 11.30am.

All welcome! A great chance to connect with other parents and carers who "get it" and enjoy a coffee and cake on us! 🍰☕️

This event is proudly supported by Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group and Port Waratah Coal Services. We are very grateful for their continued support. 🙏

Image description: Flyer for Families Supporting Families Carers Café at Q & Co., Warners Bay on Friday the 19th of June. The flyer includes a photo of a table with coffees, a pastry, an FSF flyer and a reserved sign. The image includes the logos of Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group and Port Waratah Coal Services who are proud supporters of this event. The FSF logo is in the top left corner. The event is free for current FSF members.

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Newcastle, NSW
2300

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+61417431562

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