OPERATION PTSD SUPPORT

Our Mission

"We believe by supporting the carer,

they are able to continue caring for the Veteran"

Our Mission Statement is

To raise funds to assist with the respite for partners & carers of incapacitated Australian Veterans.

To organise respite retreats and social inclusion events for partners & carers of incapacitated Australian Veterans.

To educate partners & carers and the general community on PTSD and Mental Health First Aid.

To raise funds to purchase resources for partners & carers of incapacitated Veterans & place them in libraries throughout Australia.

To assist with emergency crisis care for partners and carers of incapacitated Australian Veterans - up to 3 nights.

To raise awareness of PTSD and other mental health conditions diagnosed in Australian Veterans

Operation PTSD Support was founded by Donna Reggett in August 2013.

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Our Events

We hold 3 major Respite Retreats a year

Bali - February

Rainbow Bay - May (Subsidised)

Rainbow Bay - November (Subsidised)

We organise regular Respite Events which include

Coffee Outings, Yoga & Meditation, Dancing Classes,

Luncheons, Self Esteem Boosting Activities, Craft Activities, Functions,

and many more fun activities.

To See Current Events Visit Our Facebook page. - https://www.facebook.com/opptsdsupport/

Upcoming Events

Sun 17 Jul
Babushka Book Club Night at the Theatre
Ipswich
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17 July, 7:00 pm
Ipswich, 50 Nicholas St, Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia
Limited subsidised tickets to this fun production. Come along and have a great laugh. Open to members of OPPTSD and Ipswich Legacy
Sat 13 Aug
Respite Retreat.
St Georges Defence Units
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13 Aug, 2:00 pm – 21 Aug, 10:00 am
St Georges Defence Units , 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
Supported by RSL Queensland , An 8 day getaway with others who understand the life of a carer, caring for an incapacitated veteran. Costs vary and are based on many factors. Financial assistance may be possible. . A non-refundable deposit of $100 is required to secure your spot.
Sat 14 May
Respite Retreat.
St Georges Defence Units
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14 May, 2:00 pm – 21 May, 10:00 am
St Georges Defence Units , 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
Supported by QLD RSL, A 6 day get away with others who understand the life of a carer, caring for an incapacitated veteran . Costs vary and are based on many factors. Financial assistance may be possible. . A non refundable ( unless border closures ) deposit of $50 shared and $100 Single,
Sat 12 Feb
Respite and Relaxation Retreat.
St Georges Defence Units
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12 Feb, 1:00 pm AEST – 18 Feb, 9:00 am AEST
St Georges Defence Units , 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
Supported by QLD RSL, A 6 day get away with others who understand the life of a carer, caring for an incapacitated veteran . Costs vary and are based on many factors. Financial assistance may be possible. . A non refundable ( unless border closures ) deposit of $50 shared and $100 Single.
Thu 28 Oct
Mum and One Time Out
Coolangatta
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28 Oct 2021, 2:00 pm AEST – 31 Oct 2021, 9:00 am AEST
Coolangatta, 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
Tue 26 Oct
Partners Respite Retreat. Halloween
St Georges Defence Units
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26 Oct 2021, 12:00 pm – 31 Oct 2021, 9:00 am
St Georges Defence Units , 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
5 day fun themed get away with other partners who understand the life of a carer, caring for an incapacitated veteran. Costs vary and are based on many factors. Financial assistance may be possible. . A non refundable ( unless border closures ) deposit of $50 shared and $100 Single.
Fri 22 Oct
Bird and Wildlife Photographic Tour (1)
Smithfield
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22 Oct 2021, 9:00 am AEST – 23 Oct 2021, 9:00 am AEST
Smithfield, Dunne Rd, Smithfield QLD 4878, Australia
Veterans Health Week Event : Ever wanted to learn about photographing birds and animals. Now is your chance to get a taste of it with a world renown guide and photographer.
Sun 10 Oct
Bird and Wildlife Photographic Tour
Smithfield
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10 Oct 2021, 9:00 am – 11:30 am AEST
Smithfield, Dunne Rd, Smithfield QLD 4878, Australia
Veterans Health Week Event : Ever wanted to learn about photographing birds and animals. Now is your chance to get a taste of it with a world renown guide and photographer.
Fri 13 Aug
Mum and Kids Getaway Weekend.
Coolangatta
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13 Aug 2021, 5:00 pm – 15 Aug 2021, 9:00 am
Coolangatta, St Georges Rest Home, 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
No excuse not to get away, you can bring the kids (up to 15 but call if older) along to this one. A weekend with others living in similar situations. This is for partners / widows of veterans and their children needing a getaway. See conditions
Sat 07 Aug
Partners craft and sewing respite retreat Aug 2021
St Georges Defence Units
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07 Aug 2021, 2:00 pm AEST – 13 Aug 2021, 9:00 am AEST
St Georges Defence Units , 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
A 6 day sewing and craft themed get away with other partners who understand the life of a carer, caring for an incapacitated veteran. Costs vary and are based on many factors. Financial assistance may be possible. . A non refundable deposit of $50 shared and $100 Single. Shared Room $230
Sun 13 Jun
Breakfast At Tiffanys
High Tea at Tiffany's
Details
13 June 2021, 9:00 am – 11:00 am AEST
High Tea at Tiffany's, 27 Discovery Dr, North Lakes QLD 4509, Australia
Come join other partner/carers for breakfast or a high tea. Stay for just tea or coffee or enjoy some great food.
Sat 01 May
Partners Respite Retreat. MAY. 2021. MEXICAN Theme
St Georges Defence Units
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01 May 2021, 7:00 pm
St Georges Defence Units , 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
A 5 day Mexican themed get away with other partners who understand the life of a carer, caring for an incapacitated veteran. Costs vary and are based on many factors. Financial assistance may be possible. . A non refundable ( unless border closures ) deposit of $50 shared and $100 Single.
Sat 20 Mar
Snowy Mountains ACT and Surrounds Lunch
Hellenic Club of Canberra
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20 Mar 2021, 11:00 am AEDT
Hellenic Club of Canberra, Matilda St, Phillip ACT 2606, Australia
Partners of PTSD in and around Canberra, lunch and catch up. All welcome to have a lovely lunch and chat. Just confirm numbers for the booking. Pay for your own lunch and drinks.
Tue 09 Mar
Charity Wills Day
Ipswich
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09 Mar 2021, 9:00 am
Ipswich, 42 Ellenborough St, Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia
Richard Zande and Assoc are holding a charity wills day with ALL funds going to Operation PTSD Support. $50 for a basic will or Power of attorney. A huge saving on usual fees and best of all Operation PTSD Support benefit.
Sun 21 Feb
Bali Partner Time Out 2021
Rama Beach Resort
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21 Feb 2021, 7:00 am – 11:00 am
Rama Beach Resort , Bali, Indonesia
A respite break for the partners of veterans and first responders with PTSD. This break away is not subsidised or run by OPPTSD. This is the platform to get the group together as well as get a good price for accommodation. Book your own airfare and stay the minimum of the advised dates.
Tue 02 Feb
Respite Retreat Rainbow Bay February 2021
St Georges Defence Units
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02 Feb 2021, 9:00 am – 07 Feb 2021, 1:00 pm
St Georges Defence Units , St Georges Rest Home, 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
A 5 day Pink themed get away with other partners who understand the life of a carer, caring for an incapacitated veteran. A maximum cost of $220 pp in shared accommodation or $400 in single accommodation. A non refundable ( unless border closures ) deposit of $50 shared and $100 Single.
Sat 30 Jan
Sewcial Sewing Retreat
St Georges Rest Home
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30 Jan 2021, 10:00 am – 02 Feb 2021, 12:00 am
St Georges Rest Home, St Georges Rest Home, 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
Back to basics for a refresher then on to some fun sewing with the group.
Sun 06 Dec
Christmas Lunch
CSI - Club Services Ipswich
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06 Dec 2020, 11:40 am
CSI - Club Services Ipswich, 5 Lowry St, North Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia
Come join us for a fun lunch to celebrate this last weird year. This event is for the partners caring for an incapacitated veteran.