Hopefield

Hope After Abuse
2025-04-02 11:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Hopefield Kirrawee, 2-4 Tea Gardens Ave, Kirrawee, NSW, 2232, Australia
Hopefield believes that, with the right support, hope is possible after experiencing abuse.

This is a program for female survivors of domestic and family violence to connect with themselves and with other survivors after experiencing trauma.
The program includes:

Understanding what domestic and family violence is
Reflecting on some of the impacts on survivors, including feelings of loss/grief and anger/shame
Moving forward towards healthy relationships
Building resilience with self-care and self-compassion

Cost: FREE
Please contact us if you need child-minding to access this program.

FairTrade Market
2024-10-26 09:00 - 14:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Gymea Baptist Church, 2-10 Tea Gardens Ave, Kirrawee, NSW, 2232, Australia

ParentsNext
2024-08-29 13:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne), 2024-07-25 13:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Hopefield Kirrawee, 2-4 Tea Gardens Ave, Kirrawee, NSW, 2232, Australia
ParentsNext is for parents who have a child aged 9months to 6 years of age, have not had paid work in the last 6 months, and have been getting the Parenting Payment for the 2 – 4 Years. ParentsNext helps parents of young children to prepare to return to work or training once their youngest child goes to school. We help parents to set their education- and employment-related goals, and develop a pathway to achieving their goals while also helping them link with services and activities in their local community.
To make a booking please call us on 9545 0299.

Community Expo Day
2024-06-04 10:00 - 14:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Orana, 3a Stapleton Avenue, Sutherland, NSW, 2232, Australia
Do you find yourself feeling confused about where to look for the support you need? Maybe you aren’t sure what is even out there for you?
Come along to our Community Expo Day and meet some friendly faces who can point you in the right direction. There will be a variety of local community and government support services who provide assistance for those in need of practical, financial, legal and health assistance.
Entry is free, with lunch provided. All are welcome.
Brought to you by Hopefield, in partnership with Salvation Army and Orana.

Hope-Filled Fundraising Dinner
2024-05-23 18:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Gymea Baptist Church, 2-10 Tea Gardens Ave, Kirrawee, NSW, 2232, Australia
The annual Hopefield fundraising dinner, invitation is here!

We are so excited to invite you for a 3 course dinner at Gymea Baptist Church.

Guest Speaker, Phillip Randall, is the CEO of Hope Media Ltd, the licensee of Sydney’s Christian community radio station, Hope 103.2.
With more than 47 years’ experience in radio broadcasting, Phillip began his media career in commercial radio Western Australia and in 1988 joined Perth’s Christian station Sonshine FM.
In late 1999 he moved to Sydney to become CEO of one of Australia’s first community stations, and Australia’s first Christian community station, 2CBA (Hope 103.2).
Phillip has served on the boards of Christian Media and Arts Australia, the peak body for Christian broadcasting in Australia, and the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia where he was President for 6 years.
In his role as CEO of Hope Media, he is also responsible for managing Christian community radio stations in Brisbane, on the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast.

Community Expo Day
2024-03-26 10:00 - 14:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Cronulla Hopefield, 6 Gosport Street, Cronulla, NSW, 2230, Australia

Hope Shop - bringing hope where it's needed
2024-03-09 14:00 - 16:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Hopefield Kirrawee, 2-4 Tea Gardens Ave, Kirrawee, NSW, 2232, Australia

Exploring The Zones of Emotional Regulation
2024-01-25 09:15 - 12:30, 2024-01-24 09:15 - 12:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Hopefield Kirrawee, 2-4 Tea Gardens Ave, Kirrawee, NSW, 2232, Australia
SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOP – Now full
This fun workshop teaches about The Zones of Emotional Regulation (a curriculum designed by Leah M. Kuypers) that help children identify their emotions and take action to consciously regulate them. Our workshop is facilitated by speech pathologists experienced in working with children including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD/ADHD and anxiety. This workshop is suitable for children aged 7 – 10 years attending mainstream schools who may struggle with managing their emotions appropriately.

Currently this Course is Full. Please contact us to register your interest for this workshop later in 2024.
This event is sponsored by Sutherland Shire Council

Online Only: Understanding and Managing Anxiety in Children (aged 5-12)
2022-06-28 19:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
Are your children displaying strong emotions? Do you find it hard to help them when they are having big feelings?
This community education session is designed to help understand and manage anxiety and other big emotions in primary school aged children. Your presenter is Kerry Moss, an author and educator at Hopefield, Chaplain in a primary school and facilitator of a variety of parenting programs. Kerry will draw from many years’ experience to present this session, exploring the physical, emotional, and relational effects of anxiety on children and families and offer strategies for supporting children through anxious moments. This talk will also highlight the effects of recent events, such as COVID-19 on child and family wellbeing.
“Different examples of how to implement specific strategies that all achieve the same outcome. It got me thinking outside the box.” – Parent
“Whole seminar – Awesome. Very helpful. Would love this to be presented at my primary/infants school” – Parent
Cost
$20 per person

Understanding & Managing Anxiety in Children (age 5-12)
2022-06-21 19:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Engadine Uniting Church, 2 Chipilly Avenue, Engadine, New South Wales, 2233, Australia

Cool Kids - Anxiety Program
2022-05-05 15:45 - 2022-06-09 16:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Hopefield Kirrawee, 2-4 Tea Gardens Ave, Kirrawee, NSW, 2232, Australia
An evidence based, small group, multi-week program for managing anxiety.
Topics include:

Learning about feelings, thoughts and anxiety
Detective thinking and learning to think realistically
Fighting fear by facing fear (Stepladders)
Learning to problem solve
Ways that parents can help

For children ages 7-9 years old.
Cost
$285 per individual, includes workbook.
*Limited places, bookings essential Call 9545 0299 or contact us through the button below for further information or to book.
Fees can be adjusted based on your income at a level affordable to you. No one is turned away because of an inability to pay fees. Please contact our office at admin@hopefield.org.au or call us at 02 9545 0299.

Supporting Resilience in Teens
2022-04-07 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | Gymea Baptist Church, 2-10 Tea Gardens Ave, Kirrawee, NSW, 2232, Australia
Is your teenager struggling to cope with change and adversity? Do you find it difficult to know how to best support them amid life’s challenges?
This community education session is designed to help parents understand how they can foster greater resilience in adolescents.
Your presenter is Jair Graham, a registered psychologist at Hopefield with eight years of experience working alongside young people and their families. Jair will explore research detailing the factors that promote resilience in young people, translating it into practical advice and strategies for parents.
Light refreshments provided.
Cost
$20 per person

Understanding & Managing Anxiety in Children (age 2-5)
2022-03-02 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Online
Wednesday, 2 March 22 @ 7.30pm – 9:00pm
Are your children displaying strong emotions? Do you find it hard to help them when they are having big feelings? This community education session is designed to help understand and manage anxiety and other big emotions in primary school aged children. Your presenter is Kerry Moss, an author and educator at Hopefield, Chaplain in a primary school and facilitator of a variety of parenting programs. Kerry will draw from many years of experience to present this online community education session, exploring the physical, emotional and relational effects of anxiety on children and families and offer strategies for supporting children through anxious moments. This talk will also highlight the effects of recent events, such as COVID-19 on child and family wellbeing.
“Different examples of how to implement specific strategies that all achieve the same outcome. It got me thinking outside the box.” – Parent
“Whole seminar – Awesome. Very helpful. Would love this to be presented at my primary/infants school” – Parent
Cost
$15 per screen

Social Skills Lego Program
2021-06-30 09:30 - 12:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Hopefield Kirrawee, 2-4 Tea Gardens Ave, Kirrawee, NSW, 2232, Australia
SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
BUILD SOCIAL SKILLS WITH LEGO®
COLLABORATION COMMUNICATION COMPETENCE
This fun workshop teaches children how to work together using the social skills of clear communication, joint problem solving, sharing, turn-taking and conflict resolution to build Lego® models. Our workshop is facilitated by speech pathologists experienced in working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD/ADHD and anxiety. This workshop is suitable for children aged 7 – 9 years attending mainstream schools who may struggle with social skills particularly when working in a group or team.

Understanding & Managing Anxiety In Children (2-12)
2021-06-21 19:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Online
Kerry Moss is an author and educator at Hopefield and also works in a primary school, supporting children, parents and staff wellbeing. Trained in various parenting programs, she is drawing on many years of experience to present this online community education session to help parents understand and manage anxiety in their children. She will explore the physical, emotional and relational effects of anxiety on children and parents and most importantly, offer strategies for supporting children through anxious moments. This talk will also highlight the effects of recent events, such as COVID-19 on child and family wellbeing. 2 hours. $15 per screen
