Friends of MND

A space to share, contribute and connect.

Friends of MND is a volunteer-led group made up of people impacted by MND. The group meets regularly in different ways to feel connected to the community and support MNDAWA. They are passionate about the vision and mission of the association and with lived experience as carers, friends or family members, they understand the challenges people living with MND and their family face. 
Friends of MND connect through the following two forums:

Coffee Catch Ups

A welcoming, safe space for anyone affected by MND to come together. These relaxed monthly gatherings create opportunities to connect with others who truly understand the challenges of living with MND, helping to build trust, community, and a sense of belonging. 
Whether you’re seeking peer support, meaningful conversation, or simply a chance to share a coffee, these catch-ups are a place to form new friendships and feel supported by people who share a similar journey. 
No need to register your attendance, just drop in if you can, grab a coffee and make new friends. 
If you are interested in hosting a coffee catch up in your area, please reach out to a member of our Service Delivery team by sending an email to admin@mndawa.asn.au

Here are details of the current Coffee Catch Up events:

Bunbury:
Last Friday of every month at 11am. Venue - Treendale Farm Hotel 8 The Promenade, Australind

Mandurah:
First Friday of every month at 10am. Venue - Sharky’s Shop 1 / 4 Zephyr Mews, Dolphin Quay, Mandurah WA 6210

Monthly Volunteer Sessions at MNDAWA

Friends of MND monthly volunteer sessions are a casual get together facilitated by Maureen (MNDAWA Board Member), Jan and Gaewyn. 
Maureen has experience as a carer for her husband who lived with MND. 
The group meets monthly to contribute to MNDAWA in a variety of ways including event preparation, getting creative and making items which can be sold to raise money, packing envelopes and sorting merchandise. 
If you are interested in joining the monthly volunteer sessions, having a chat and taking part in various projects to support the association, please reach out to a member of our Service Delivery team by sending an email to admin@mndawa.asn.au

Sessions are held on the third Wednesday of each month.

10.30am - 2.30pm

MNDAWA Office 1/184 Raleigh Street, Carlisle