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Kaelene Fairbrother and Luke Arnold outside the IMPACT office at 119 Youngman Street (Photo: Impact)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

July 13, 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n

A drop-in centre which has been operating in Kingaroy for about a year is inviting local residents struggling with their mental health to come on by.<\/p>\n

The Chill and Chat Group gathers at a shopfront in the Youngman Street Industrial Estate (Unit 6, 119 Youngman Street) most Wednesday mornings.<\/p>\n

The group is organised by IMPACT Community Services and led by peer support workers Kaelene Fairbrother and Luke Arnold.<\/p>\n

An IMPACT spokesperson said the Wednesday group offered a safe haven for people seeking solace, connection and personal growth.<\/strong><\/p>\n

“Through the guiding hands of Luke and Kaelene, this support group has become a lifeline for many, providing a platform for individuals to share their journeys, struggles and triumphs in an environment free from judgment,” the spokesperson said.<\/p>\n

Luke said that through shared experiences and open conversations, participants discovered they were not alone in their struggles.<\/p>\n

“Peer support creates an invaluable sense of belonging and empowers individuals to heal and grow together,” he said.<\/p>\n

Participants can also indulge in friendly games, enjoy coffee and eat treats baked by Luke and Kaelene.<\/p>\n

Many members of the group also take part in a regular gardening group organised by Centacare Family and Relationship Services at 15 Albert Street.<\/p>\n

Joining the Chill and Chat Group is simple.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Participants can self-refer, but referrals also come from various local organisations including the Kingaroy Hospital mental health unit, Centacare and Lives Lived Well.<\/p>\n

IMPACT\u2019s Mental Health Drop In Centre is open Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm.<\/p>\n

The Chill and Chat Group meets most Wednesdays at 10:00am (NB. the group doesn\u2019t run on the third Wednesday of each month).<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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