With the holidays fast approaching…
During the holiday season, it's important to recognise how challenging this time of year is for many people around the world. Family events, non-family events or even just as an escape; Christmas and New Years Eve especially form a critical make-or-break situation that many people find themselves in. But the question is, how do you engage in behaviours that align with who you want to be and how you want to act? There are several ways to help yourself through this holiday season. Practicing mindfulness through guided meditation and deep breathing is one way that can help you be present in the moment and 'ground yourself' in times of stress or anxiety. Yoga and meditation at the hundreds of studios close to you. A great way to also ground yourself and be present in the moment Writing a daily plan. This is important to do around the big days like Christmas and New Years eve. Writing a daily plan will ensure that there is a course of action for your day and something to refer back on if you feel like you're veering off track. Keep it in the day! This is a simple way to keep your actions for the day. instead of saying, i'm not going to drink tomorrow; just focus on the day at hand. If that becomes difficult, keep it in the hour, the minute or even just the moment. Write a gratitude list. This will help you be grateful and reminded of things that are good in your [...]
Improving our Service
Thank you very much to the 8 ex-clients who assisted us with their feedback during our recent Focus Group session into improving our service for all Clients. We hope to implement some of the suggestions made during this session during the coming months.
Yoga at Foundation House
We'd like to welcome Kaz Fewell to the Foundation House Team. She will be conducting Yoga and Meditation classes twice a week for our residents, courtesy of a generous grant from Sutherland Tradies. NAMASTE!
Foundation House – Gala Night Tickets Selling Fast
Saturday 29th July 6.30pm at Le Montage Tables of 10 - $3,000 Don't miss out - limited tables left!! Phone: 9555-7852 to reserve your table.
Foundation Week – 24th – 29th July
At Foundation House we want to spread the word about the great work we are doing within the Drug, Alcohol, and Gambling rehabilitation space. We are wanting to grow and help more people within Australia, so will be having a weeks worth of events happening in July. Stay in touch for more information
Relapse Prevention BBQ every Wednesday
Perhaps one of the most important parts of each and every week at Foundation House is a Wednesday evening - The relapse prevention BBQ. We know how important this is to a clients past and present, to come together, share stories, and support eachother. Dont forget to come along and catch up with friends old and new. Every Wednesday 6.30pm - 7.30pm