Social connection activities
Regular opportunities for mateship and peer support through social and family activities.
Partners and families
Support and connection for families of veterans or current ADF members.
When one member of the family experiences a service-related physical injury or mental health issue, the entire family can be affected.
Spouses, partners, children or parents of veterans with service-related injuries can experience isolation or their own mental health challenges as a result of the circumstances of military life. We want you to know that it’s okay to reach out for help. Our support options are available for immediate family members.
From psychological services, to family BBQs, social connection activities, or yoga classes – we are here for you; to listen, to support, and to provide you with professional guidance to improve quality of life and relationships. You’ll also meet other families who understand the challenges often faced by Defence families.
As a partner, child, or parent of a veteran with service-related injuries, you can apply to join Mates4Mates at any time. Your partner does not have to be registered for you to apply to join.
Latest news
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What if?
What if health and fitness wasn’t about how you looked, or a number on a scale? What if we changed our language? What if instead of saying “you’ve lost weight”, or “you look skinny”, we said – “you seem happy”, “you look healthy”, “I’m loving your confidence”.
New ways to connect at Christmas
The Christmas season means different things to people depending on their social, family, economic, religious and health circumstances. Whilst it is often depicted in the media as a joyous, exciting, and rewarding time, the reality is that not everyone experiences the season like this. This year our circumstances may also be radically altered because of COVID-19 restrictions, changing the way we can connect with others.
Get in touch
To find out more about joining Mates4Mates, accessing services or supporting our cause, fill out our form or call 1300 4 MATES (62 837) during business hours.