ConnectGroups provides support and practical assistance to Support Groups (emerging and established). ConnectGroups aims to help people help themselves and each other by providing Self Help and Support Groups with: • Links to community networks and information • Assistance with group development and management • Individual and group skills training ConnectGroups promotes the philosophy and practice of Self-Help through Western Australia. Fostering empowerment among Self Help and Support Groups allows people dealing with stressful life problems and situations to share their experiences and to offer emotional and practical support to one another. ConnectGroups links the community with Self Help and Support Groups and Support Organisations.