DEFENCE CLUB
Defence Club
Lunch time Kids Club
The Prep and Year 1 students will be picked up on Monday’s at lunchtime.
Our Kids Club Days are on as follows;
Monday 1st Break - Preps
Monday 2nd Break - Yr 1
Wednesday 1st Break - Yrs 2 - 6
Parental Absence
If there are parents deployed or out on exercise and you find that your child is struggling with parental absence please give me a nudge with either an email mbrennan6@stclarestsv.catholic.edu.au or pop in to the hub, which is the classroom off the multi-purpose hall and let me know so that I can offer some support to your child.
If your Defence member is discharging or discharged could you also let me know as it helps me support your child with the changes that are happening within the family, as they can be affected by these changes as well.
Defence Member and Family Support (DMFS)
If you need help during a crisis or support during deployment, posting or relocation, Defence Member and Family Support offer a range of support to help ADF members and their families manage challenges when they arise.
The DMFS Helpline – 1800 624 608 – is the first point of call for Defence families seeking support, information or connection with their community. It is available 24-7 and staffed by qualified human services professionals including social workers and psychologists.
Defence social workers help you to address personal and family issues through brief counselling services, referrals to community providers, long term support planning and crisis intervention.
DMFS support services are free for ADF members and families. Emails received by the Helpline will be responded to within 24 hours. memberandfamilyhelpline@defence.gov.au
Families with Special Needs
Moving can be a challenging process for any family, but when you have a family member who has special needs, the complexity and stress can be even greater.
Defence offers additional assistance to Defence families who have a resident family member with special needs. These practical support services are designed to make the relocation process smoother and more accommodating.
Families can also access support through the Defence Special Needs Support Group (DSNSG). The DSNSG serves as a national support network for families with special needs, offering resources, guidance, and a community of individuals who understand the unique challenges faced by Defence families.
More information on assistance measures can be found on the DSNSG website https://www.dsnsg.org.au/
or by emailing
Memberships:
memberships@dsnsg.org.au
National Administration and Liaison Officer:
nalo@dsnsg.org.au
Partner Employment Assistance Program
Are you an ADF partner looking to enhance your employability?
There have been some positive changes to the PEAP program. Partners can now claim $1500 every financial year that can go towards professional employment services, professional licenses and many things that will enhance your employment skills.
We also pay re-registration fees for those partners whose jobs require them to be registered.
To find out more and to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria: visit
Geckos Family Centre - North Queensland
Geckos Family!! Our Christmas party will be upon us in no time (how can that be?!) Tickets have opened up on the Trybooking site so be sure to secure your tickets early!! This event is open to CURRENT serving Defence members and their families only.
Please note, full meals will not be provided; however, your ticket includes subsidised vouchers to use at one of the fun food vans that will be onsite for your enjoyment.
https://www.trybooking.com/DDQFY
Disclaimer: refunds will not be offered for non-attendance. To secure a refund, and allow another family the opportunity to attend, please let Geckos staff know early.
Join us at Reading Cinema Friday 28th November at 6pm to see Zootopia 2! $6 per ticket.
https://www.trybooking.com/DGOHC
Maree Brennan
Defence Mentor