Experience sound immersion: free monthly sessions for war widows defence and veteran families

Let sound do the work of slowing you down. This monthly wellbeing activity uses chimes, voice, and singing bowls to guide your body into a deep state of rest. Starting Sunday 20 September 2026, war widows, defence and veteran families can join our monthly sound immersion in Dickson for an hour of calm alongside others who understand defence and veteran family life.

Monthly sound immersion

Join us at Soma Women’s Wellbeing in Dickson for a 60-minute guided sound immersion led by Koko, using chimes, voice, Tibetan singing bowls, and other resonant instruments to bring your body into a deep state of rest and recovery. You will be able to sit or lie down — mats and chairs both work — with your eyes closed if that feels comfortable, while the sound moves through the room.

The session gives your system something different: heart rate and breathing slow, muscle tension releases, and the mental fog that comes from chronic stress starts to lift. Most people leave with a clearer head, better focus for the rest of the day, and noticeably less tension in the shoulders. Tea is included, and there is no cost to attend.

Previous attendees to wellbeing activities said “I enjoyed spending time outdoors, exploring somewhere new, getting fresh air and gentle exercise, and connecting with others who understand my lifestyle and experiences.”

Event information

• Location: Soma Women’s Wellbeing, 57 Dickson Pl, Dickson ACT. 

• Dates:

  • Sunday 20th September 
  • Sunday 11th October 
  • Sunday 8th November 
  • Sunday 13th December 
  • Sunday 7th February 
  • Sunday 14th March 
  • Sunday 11th April 

• Times: 2pm – 3pm (arrive at 1.45pm for set up).

• 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.

Fold, focus, connect: origami workshop for war widows, defence and veteran families

Spend a morning learning the art of paper folding at Queanbeyan Veteran and Family Hub on Friday 26 June 2026. This wellbeing activity is an opportunity to meet other war widows, defence and veteran families and make something with your hands, meet new faces, and take home a jar of paper hearts or stars to keep. 

Origami workshop

Families of Veterans Guild and Queanbeyan Veteran and Family Hub invite war widows, defence and veteran families to learn to fold paper hearts or stars and fill your own jar. This hands-on activity encourages mindfulness, focus, and relaxation. No prior experience is needed, and all materials will be provided.

Previous attendees to wellbeing activities said “I’m grateful for the chance to connect with such an amazing group. It was a wonderful opportunity to engage in self-care while meeting new people and sharing experiences.” 

Event information

• Location: Queanbeyan Veteran and Family Hub, 251 Crawford St, Queanbeyan NSW.
  

• Date and Time: Friday 26 June 2026, 10.30am – 12.30pm.

• 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