Relax and create: paint by numbers session for war widows, defence and veteran families

Creative activities can play an important role in supporting wellbeing by encouraging mindfulness, relaxation and social connection. Attendees will have the opportunity to create something unique from the provided paint kits and keep their masterpiece afterwards!

Paint by numbers session

War widows, defence and veteran families are invited to come together for a calming and creative evening of online paint by numbers. Facilitated by Social Workers, Evelyn and Hayley, this session offers a supportive and relaxed space where participants can connect while engaging in a gentle, mindful painting activity. 

Paint by numbers provides an easy and accessible way to enjoy creativity without pressure, encouraging focus, relaxation, and self-care. Participants are welcome to unwind, enjoy light conversation, and take comfort in the soothing process of painting at their own pace. No prior painting experience is required, and all experience levels are warmly welcomed. 

One paint by numbers kit per household. Additional brushes can be included for additional people participating. 

There is no cost for this activity. Your paint by numbers kit will be covered by Families of Veterans Guild. 

Previous attendees to Wellbeing activities said “I just wanted to express my gratitude for being able to connect with such a wonderful group. It was such a great opportunity to do a self-care activity and get to know some of the other attendees at the same time.” 

Event information

• Location: Online (Zoom link will be emailed to you).

• Date and Time: Wednesday 11 March 2026, 7pm – 8pm (AEDT).
  

• Registrations: Open NOW. Registrations close 2 March.

• Cost: FREE for families of veterans.

Registration is a must, places are limited. Register below or call us on 02 9267 6577. For more information, please email wellbeing@fov.org.au.

Make gem art: online session for war widows, defence and veteran families

This online gem art wellbeing session has been created for war widows and the families of current and former serving Defence members. Veteran families often juggle the emotional and practical demands of defence life, including relocations, deployments, transition out of service and caring responsibilities. This activity provides a welcoming and accessible opportunity for adults and children (with supervision) to participate together from the comfort of home.

Creative activities can play an important role in supporting wellbeing by encouraging mindfulness, relaxation and social connection. For veteran families who may experience isolation or limited peer support due to the unique nature of defence life, this session offers a gentle way to slow down, engage in self-care, and connect with others who share similar lived experiences in a relaxed and supportive online setting.

Gem art session

War widows, defence and veteran Families are invited to come together for a calming and creative evening of online gem art. Facilitated by Social Workers, Gabby and Hayley, the session offers a supportive and relaxed space where participants can connect while learning the simple, mindful process of creating gem art. This hands-on activity encourages focus, relaxation, and self-care, allowing attendees to unwind, enjoy gentle conversation, and engage in a soothing craft that supports wellbeing. All experience levels are welcome, and participants can take the time they need to create at their own pace. 

Please note: The gem art is not for children under 3 years as it is a choking hazard. It contains small parts. 

There is no cost for this event. Your gem art kit and postage will be covered by Families of Veterans Guild. 

Previous attendees to Wellbeing activities said “I just wanted to express my gratitude for being able to connect with such a wonderful group. It was such a great opportunity to do a self-care activity and get to know some of the other attendees at the same time.” 

Event information

• Location: Online (Zoom link will be emailed to you).

• Date and Time: Thursday 5 February 2026, 7pm – 8pm (AEDT)
  

• Registrations: Open NOW. Registrations close 22 January.

• Cost: FREE for families of veterans.

Registration is a must, places are limited. Register below or call us on 02 9267 6577. For more information, please email wellbeing@fov.org.au.

Make a gem art bookmark: online session for war widows, defence and veteran families

Join us online on 11 September 2025 for a relaxing gem art session where you’ll be guided step-by-step in creating your own sparkling bookmark. Open to war widows, defence and veteran families, this is a chance to get creative and connect with others in a supportive, welcoming space. 

This activity is part of our Wellbeing Program and supports self-care through creativity and shared experience. 

Gem art session

War widows, defence and veteran families are invited to come together for a gem art session. Facilitated by Social Workers, Gabby Steel and Hayley Lam, veteran families will be guided step-by-step to create their own unique gem art bookmarks in a relaxed online session. It will be a great opportunity to connect, share, and enjoy meaningful time with others in the veteran community. 

Please note: The gem art is not for children under 3 years as it is a choking hazard. It contains small parts. 

There is no cost for this event. Your gem art kit and postage will be covered by Families of Veterans Guild. 

Previous attendees to Wellbeing activities said “I just wanted to express my gratitude for being able to connect with such a wonderful group. It was such a great opportunity to do a self-care activity and get to know some of the other attendees at the same time.” 

Event information

• Location: Online (Zoom link will be emailed to you).

• Date and Time: Thursday 11 September 2025, 7pm – 8pm.
  

• Registrations: Open NOW. Registrations close 27 August.

• Cost: FREE for families of veterans.

Registration is a must, places are limited. Register below or call us on 02 9267 6577. For more information, please email wellbeing@fov.org.au.