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S.T.A.R Programme


The S.T.A.R programme (Starting Totally Awesome Recovery) is designed for children who are living with the effects of Alcohol and drug misuse.

Children will experience a safe and fun environment

  • To connect with other children

  • They will be introduced to healthy living skills.

  • The identification and expression of feelings

  • A variety of problem solving, coping and self-care strategies

  • Exercises designed to build self-esteem, self-worth and resilience.


    The S.T.A.R Programme features a variety of activities including art, games, music, movement, role plays and stories. Through participating in this programme children also learn that they are not alone – other children are experiencing similar issues.

 

INFORMATION

5-7 Years old

Runs during term time 4-5 Tuesdays 

Cost: Free

* Familial Trust Youth Programmes are made possible with support from RATA Foundation and individual donations.

Criteria
 

  • Children are affected by another family members misuse of alcohol and drugs

  • Children are willing and wanting into attend the programme

  • Parents or caregivers must have linked in with the Familial Trust

  • All information required is provided to Familial Trust before the programme commences.

Topic covered include:

It’s Not My Fault
All My Feelings Are Ok
Taking Care Of Me
I Am Special
Celebrate Me

FACILITATORS
 

Youth Development Coordinator
Familial Trust Peer Support Workers

Aftercare


Familial Trust provides a weekly Children’s Group – R.O.C.K.S - for young people affected by a family member’s misuse of Alcohol and Drug misuse.
This is not a therapy group – this is a fun group – where children can come along and be playful in a safe and caring environment.
This is run on Thursday during the school terms from 4pm – 5:30pm.

For more information about the S.T.A.R Programme please contact us


PH: (03) 981 1093
info@familialtrust.org
 

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