THE DINING CLUB:  Wednesday 27th May RSVP due Thu 21/05

6:30pm – The Racecourse Hotel. 895 Dandenong Road, Malvern East Vic 3145 

We are very grateful for our grant from Carers Vic which is providing funding for this event. Ends in June.

Food to the value of $40 will be funded. Drinks and extras can be paid for individually by attendees.

Please send expression of interest to office by Thursday 21st May – isfaf@alfred.org.au

Confirmation of place will be issued by Sat 23/05. https://www.racecoursehotel.com.au

 

WALK ‘N CHAT – MIDDLE PARK  Thursday 28th May

LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH.  THE SANDBAR – 10:30am 175B Beaconsfield Parade Middle Park

Please book on the day prior to walk or by 9am on the day of the walk. A WhatsApp group message is set up to communicate who can attend on the day and any changes to venue.

For new members to the group, Ph: Penny 0400 979 976  for a quick chat and to be added to the group

 

WALK ‘N CHAT – ST KILDA  Tuesday 2nd June

ON THE 1ST AND 3RD  TUESDAY OF THE MONTH Walkers generally meet at 1:30pm, for a drink provided by ISFAF.  Family members, including canines are very welcome.

West Beach Pavilion at 330 Beaconsfield Pde, St Kilda West.

Please book on the day prior to walk or by 10am on the day of the walk via WhatsApp group message.  For new members to the group, Ph: Alexis 0423 939 949 for a quick chat and to be added to the group.

 
ISFAF Carers Biking Group– Monday  1st June – Join us for a fun, relaxed group Meeting point:
West Beach Pavilion, 330A Beaconsfield Pde, Middle Park. Easy free parking on the opposite side of the road, or along nearby side streets.
 
Time: Meet at 10:00 am returning 12:00 pm approx., ride usually on the first Monday of every month.

Please Contact Karen 0408 140 3228 or Viv 0449 164 040 for confirmation of date and further information

ISFAF MONTHLY MEETING 7pm start Tuesday 9th June

VENUE: LEVEL 1, 607 ST KILDA ROAD, MELBOURNE

Join us for a light supper and chat from 7pm.  Meeting starts 7:30pm

For security, we are required to pay a concierge at the door of the building. Latecomers after 8pm may not be able to enter.

GUEST:   Shawn Panjwani – Service Specialist, Permalink Support Services

TOPIC:    Navigating the NDIS and wider support systems

Shawn will be joining ISFAF on June 9th to speak about navigating the NDIS, understanding available supports, and how families can better access practical assistance for their loved ones. This session will provide an opportunity to ask questions, gain clarity around the NDIS process, and hear practical insights from someone with extensive hands-on experience supporting individuals and families across the sector.

Please Diarise the 2nd Tuesday of the Month for ISFAF monthly member meetings. 

Lots of interesting topics are covered, including a Political Forum scheduled in August before the upcoming 2026 State Election.

 

If you are seeking further information or just need a chat, about ISFAF, the ‘mental health world’ and/or issues you are facing please phone: Leanne, M: 0438 199 204 or Eleni, M: 0412 018 722