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OPERATION PTSD SUPPORT 

Our Mission
Partner Support

Our Mission

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"We believe by supporting  the carer,

they are able to continue caring for the Veteran" 

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Our Mission Statement is

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  • 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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To see our privacy policy please click here. 

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Our Events

We hold 3 major Respite Retreats a year
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Bali - February
Rainbow Bay -  May (Subsidised)
Rainbow Bay -  November (Subsidised)
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We organise regular Respite Events  which include
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Coffee Outings, Yoga & Meditation, Dancing Classes, 
Luncheons, Self Esteem Boosting Activities, Craft Activities, Functions,
and many more fun activities. 
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To See Current Events Visit Our Facebook page.  - https://www.facebook.com/opptsdsupport/
Our Events

Upcoming Events

  • Respite Retreat. Feb 2023
    Sat 11 Feb
    Details
    11 Feb, 2:00 pm AEST – 19 Feb, 9:00 am AEST
    St Georges Defence Units , 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
    Supported by RSL Queensland and SPAHS, An 8 day getaway with others who understand caring for an incapacitated veteran ( perhaps you were a carer) Activities vary and are based on many factors. Financial assistance may available.A non-refundable deposit of $100 is required to secure your spot.
  • Respite Retreat. Nov 22
    Sat 12 Nov
    Details
    12 Nov 2022, 2:00 pm AEST – 20 Nov 2022, 10:00 am AEST
    St Georges Defence Units , 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
    Supported by RSL Queensland and SPAHS, 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.
  • Respite Retreat.
    Sat 13 Aug
    Details
    13 Aug 2022, 2:00 pm – 21 Aug 2022, 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.
  • Babushka Book Club Night at the Theatre
    Sun 17 Jul
    Details
    17 July 2022, 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
  • Respite Retreat.
    Sat 14 May
    Details
    14 May 2022, 2:00 pm – 21 May 2022, 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,
  • Respite and Relaxation Retreat.
    Sat 12 Feb
    Details
    12 Feb 2022, 1:00 pm AEST – 18 Feb 2022, 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
    Details
    28 Oct 2021, 2:00 pm AEST – 31 Oct 2021, 9:00 am AEST
    Coolangatta, 192 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225, Australia
  • Partners Respite Retreat. Halloween
    Tue 26 Oct
    Details
    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.
  • Bird and Wildlife Photographic Tour (1)
    Fri 22 Oct
    Details
    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.
  • Bird and Wildlife Photographic Tour
    Sun 10 Oct
    Details
    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.
  • Mum and Kids Getaway Weekend.
    Fri 13 Aug
    Details
    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
  • Partners craft and sewing respite retreat Aug 2021
    Sat 07 Aug
    Details
    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
  • Breakfast At Tiffanys
    Sun 13 Jun
    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.
  • Partners Respite Retreat. MAY. 2021. MEXICAN Theme
    Sat 01 May
    Details
    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.
  • Snowy Mountains ACT and Surrounds Lunch
    Sat 20 Mar
    Details
    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.
  • Charity Wills Day
    Tue 09 Mar
    Details
    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.
  • Bali Partner Time Out 2021
    Sun 21 Feb
    Details
    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.
  • Respite Retreat Rainbow Bay February 2021
    Tue 02 Feb
    Details
    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.

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