Support Groups

What is a Support Group?

A support group is an informal gathering of people who share similar experiences, situations or problems.  The Amputees & Families Support Group Qld Inc support groups offer members a chance to meet and talk with others while offering each other emotional and practical support.  Besides helping you realise you are not alone, a support group gives you a chance to share your feelings and hear the experiences of others.  Meetings are informal, friendly and new members are always welcome.

Support groups are ideal for people living with amputation or a limb difference, their carers, friends and family members.  Support groups encourage the growth of knowledge and can help you in dealing with changes to your lifestyle and offer you the chance to make new friends who understand what you are going through.

Support Group meetings typically involve

Group discussions and sharing experiences, information, practical tips and advice on living with an amputation or a limb difference.

Guest speakers are invited to meetings to discuss topical and relevant subjects.  Speakers may include dietitians, physiotherapists, NDIS specialists, My Aged Care specialists and prosthetists.  Guest speakers help to ensure there is a range of support and information resources available for use by members.

The Amputees & Families Support Group Qld Inc support groups use a self help model and are not therapy groups.  Our support groups are coordinated by volunteers from your local areas.  Support groups appeal to a range of people for a variety of reasons.  Some members like to be very active and involved in the planning of meetings and activities, other members prefer to simply enjoy the company.  Support groups vary in their dynamics, from the number of members, to the age and interests of the individuals.  When you join a Support Group meeting, you will meet people who have had different experiences to yours.  Don’t be afraid.  No two people are ever the same and it’s important to remember that everyone’s journey is uniquely individual.