People are happiest together!
Everyone needs friends and this includes people living with mental illnesses. Did you know that up to 63% of mental illness sufferers are lonely, or isolated and up to 52% have difficulty making and maintaining friendships? These statistics are heartbreaking and need to change. Companions Brisbane is a friends group for those who have experienced, or are experiencing mental illness. We host fun events every week on either a Saturday, or a Sunday throughout Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast. We are a not-for-profit, free public group who has received backing from staff and Doctors of Nundah House and Queensland Health.
Mental illness does not discriminate and neither do we. With 1 in 7 people suffering from mental illness globally, we exist to bridge the gap between sufferers and the friendships they deserve. With these numbers, that means there are over 1.1 billion sufferers of mental illness globally. You are not alone and friendships await.
(You can read more about the health data surrounding these statistics here:
1 in 7 source: www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/mental-disorders
1.1 billion source: www.healthdata.org/news-events/newsroom/news-releases/global-mental-disorders-have-nearly-doubled-1990-now-affecting).
Our meeting point for today's Saturday 15 August 2026 event
Let us gather at this spot and wait until 8:25am. Our train departs at 8:32am.
Our amazing gallery
Waiting for our first event
This is where you will see photos and videos from our events. Our first event is on Saturday 15 August 2026.
Frequently asked questions
There are no fees to be a member of Companions Brisbane. We operate on our own funding.
Yes, we are always looking for official volunteers to join our team. Submit an email to us using the contact us form and we will be in contact.
Join our official group page on Meetup by searching for Companions Brisbane.
Our upcoming events
See what we've been up to and read our articles!
EVENT - Coming up: SeaWorld Friends Group - First Meeting
EVENT - After that: Southbank Cineplex Movie Night
EVENT - After that: Big Kart Track Go Karting
EVENT - After that: Mt Cootha Lunch
EVENT - After that: Mamamia the Musical
EVENT - After that: Jewellery Making
EVENT - After that: Brisbane Roar Vs Queensland Men's State Team
Get in touch
Please provide your details below along with your message and we'll reply as soon as possible.
Alternatively, please send us an email to team@companionsbrisbane.com.au
During events, for enquiries, please phone 0415923419.
Mental Health Alliance
If you are, or someone you know is struggling, you can find support from other services within the mental health community. Please phone these organisations for support 24/7.
If it's an emergency, always dial triple zero
📞 000 in an emergency
