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Need Help Dealing with Grief? - GriefShare

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GriefShare is a grief recovery support group where you can find help and healing for the hurt of losing a loved one.

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Led by death educator and grief counselor Dr. Alan Wolfelt, we are an organization dedicated to helping people who are grieving and those who care for them. Perhaps someone you love has died, or you want to help a grieving friend or family member. Or maybe you are a professional or volunteer grief caregiver. Either way, we are here to offer resources and understanding. We invite you to explore our website and call us at (970) 226-6050 if you have any questions. Thank you for visiting. We hope to meet you in person one day.

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Home - Center for Loss & Life Transition

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Led by death educator and grief counselor Dr. Alan Wolfelt, we are an organization dedicated to helping people who are grieving and those who care for them. Perhaps someone you love has died, or you want to help a grieving friend or family member. Or maybe you are a professional or volunteer grief caregiver.

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A Female ADHD Test: Common Symptoms in Girls

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ADHD often looks different in girls. It is sometimes easy to mistake for hormones, anxiety, or a learning disability. And for this reason, too many girls grow up feeling misunderstood. This ADD self-test was designed for girls or teens themselves to take and may help clarify symptoms.

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Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, can be hard to spot and easy to misunderstand. If you're looking for a free ADHD test, you can use our Symptom Checker to help you determine if your child might have ADHD.

The Symptom Checker gives you a list of behaviors and issues and invites you to mark the ones you are seeing in your child. If they correspond with the symptoms and behaviors associated with ADHD, it will let you know. If your answers to the quiz suggest another disorder, you'll see that too.

The Symptom Checker was developed in partnership with expert clinicians and is aligned with the Child Mind Institute's rigorous editorial standards.

Individual symptoms can reflect more than one mental health orlearning disorder. That's why our Symptom Checker gives you a range of possible disorders and points you toward next steps.

It's a free ADHD test that will also highlight other issues your child might have. No online test can diagnose your child. But it can help you know if your child's symptoms could be signs of ADHD, or of another disorder, such a anxiety or a learning disorder. You'll also find links to articles where you can learn more, and help you prepare for a conversation with a mental health professional.

The Symptom Checker quiz can help you spot possible signs of ADHD in your child. If you think your child might have ADHD, it's important to get them a thorough evaluation from a professional.

The first signs of ADHD are often hyperactive or impulsive behaviors. They usually show up in children between three and six years old. Does your child:

Have a lot of energy and struggle to sit still

Fidget all the time

Often run around and climb on things

Constantly talk or interrupt others

Seem very impatient

The other symptoms of ADHD are inattentive behaviors. These usually show up once the child starts school. Does your child:

Get distracted easily

Make careless mistakes

Have a hard time following instructions

Often forget or lose things

Have trouble staying organized

Appear not to listen when someone speaks to them

Avoid things that involve a lot of thinking or effort

Seem unaware of what's going on around them

Not all kids with ADHD have both kinds of symptoms. Some have only inattentive symptoms.

About twice as many boys as girls are diagnosed with ADHD. But that is partly because girls may be more likely to have only inattentive symptoms of ADHD. For example, they might get distracted easily and struggle to pay attention in class, but their teacher might not notice or else dismiss them as just spacey. A child who has hyperactive symptoms, such as being unable to stay in their seat in the classroom, is much harder to miss or ignore.

If you think your daughter might have ADHD, the Symptom Checker can give you more information and next steps.

The best thing to do if you think your child might have ADHD is get them an evaluation by a professional who is skilled in diagnosing ADHD.

Not all attention problems are ADHD, so it's important to rule out other possible causes of your child's symptoms. For example, kids with anxiety are sometimes so preoccupied with worry that they seem very distracted in school. Or kids with learning disorders might disrupt class in order to avoid schoolwork that they're not able to complete.

The Symptom Checker test can gather information about your child's symptoms and give you a list of possible disorder to consider. An accurate diagnosis is the key to getting your child the right support.

ADHD can be diagnosed by a number of different professionals, including pediatricians, psychiatrists, and clinical psychologists.

There is no blood test or brain scan that can tell whether or not a child has ADHD. Instead, the professional evaluating the child relies on information about the child's behavior in order to make an accurate diagnosis. This includes reports from their parents, teachers, and other adults who know them well. It also includes evaluating the child in person and using standardized measurements that measure their ability to do certain tasks.

Kids should never be diagnosed with ADHD just because a parent or teacher says that they are hyperactive or distracted.

The Symptom Checker is a free to use ADHD test. It cannot diagnose your child with ADHD, but it can help you identify possible signs of ADHD.

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ADHD Test for Kids and Teens - Child Mind Institute

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ADHD, can be hard to spot and easy to misunderstand. Our free Symptom Checker can help you determine if your child might have ADHD.

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Winter Forest Meditations

Saunter through the Bruce Trail in Glen Williams and learn some nature inspired meditation practices to facilitate a connection to yourself and the natural world.

Forest Meditation is a unique experience that blends forest bathing, mindfulness, and a philosophy of interconnectedness. Prepare to feel relaxed and energized at the same time.

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Saunter through the Bruce Trail in Glen Williams and learn some nature inspired meditation practices to facilitate a connection to yourself and the natural world. Forest Meditation is a unique experience that blends forest bathing, mindfulness, and a philosophy of interconnectedness. Prepare to feel relaxed and energized at the same time.

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Insight Timer - #1 Free Meditation App for Sleep, Relax & More

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The best meditation app with the world's largest FREE library of more than 180k guided meditations, 17k teachers & the world's most loved meditation Timer.

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Assessment

Five Facets Mindfulness Questionnaire | Baer, Smith, Hopkins, Krietemeyer, Toney | 2006

Scale download archived copy

Baer, R. A., Smith, G. T., Hopkins, J., Krietemeyer, J., & Toney, L. (2006). Using self report assessment methods to explore facets of mindfulness. Assessment, 13, 27- 45.

Intervention

Treatment guides

Exercises, Worksheets, and Workbooks

Self-Help Programmes

Mindful awareness stabilization training

Audio track 1 - Mindfulness of the senses link

Audio track 2 - Three minute breathing space link

Audio track 3 - Mindfulness of breath link

Audio track 4 - Meditation of sounds link

Audio track 5 - Mindfulness of emotions link

Audio track 6 - Standing meditation link

Audio track 7 - Self-compassion meditation link

Audio

The Psychology Tools For Mindfulness Audio Collection is the perfect way to introduce your clients to the practice of mindfulness. Developed by a clinical psychologist and qualified mindfulness teacher, the audio collection contains a sequence of over one and a half hours of mindfulness exercises that can help your clients to develop an effective mindfulness practice. The audio exercises in this collection can be used during clinical sessions, or prescribed as self-practice to complement clinical work and to develop a client's personal practice.

Presentations

Recommended Reading

Baer, Ruth A. (2003). Mindfulness training as a clinical intervention: A conceptual and empirical review. Clinical Psychology: Science and Practice, 10(2), 125-143.

Goldberg, S. B., Tucker, R. P., Greene, P. A., Davidson, R. J., Wampold, B. E., Kearney, D. J., & Simpson, T. L. (2017). Mindfulness-based interventions for psychiatric disorders: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Clinical psychology review. download archived copy

Hedman-Lagerlöf, M., Hedman-Lagerlöf, E., & Öst, L. G. (2018). The empirical support for mindfulness-based interventions for common psychiatric disorders: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Psychological medicine, 1-14.

Hofmann, S. G., Sawyer, A. T., Witt, A. A., & Oh, D. (2010). The effect of mindfulness-based therapy on anxiety and depression: A meta-analytic review. Journal of consulting and clinical psychology, 78(2), 169. download

Keng, S. L., Smoski, M. J., & Robins, C. J. (2011). Effects of mindfulness on psychological health: A review of empirical studies. Clinical psychology review, 31(6), 1041-1056. download

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Mindfulness Worksheets & Handouts | Psychology Tools

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Discover the power of self-compassion with Kristin Neff. Join our community and explore the benefits of practicing self-compassion together.

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Learn tools to build resilience, manage stress, prevent burnout, and support well-being.

Our wellness and resiliency programming supports individuals as well as organizations to support their emotional well-being. Participants can learn at their own pace through live webinars or pre-recorded sessions.

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Programs for Wellness & Resiliency - Crisis Centre BC

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Our wellness and resiliency programming supports individuals as well as organizations to support their emotional well-being.

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Mindfulness is the state of active, open attention to the present. It is achieved by purposefully focusing on unfolding your experience in the present moment with a gentle and open mind. It means becoming aware of what is happening in the here and now, both internally and in the external world around you. It allows you to observe your thoughts and feelings from a distance without judging them to be "good" or "bad." When you're mindful, you live fully in the present moment instead of letting life pass you by.

The Mindfulness Toolkit was designed to introduce you to the concept of mindfulness, share the most current information regarding its benefits and applications and provide you with practical tools for beginning to incorporate mindfulness into your everyday life. As you explore the ideas and tools within the Mindfulness Toolkit, know there is no "right" or "wrong" way to begin practicing greater mindfulness. Remember, the journey of a thousand miles always begins with a single step.

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Mindfulness is the state of active, open attention to the present. The 'Mindfulness Toolkit' offers a variety of resources, such as audio files and tip sheets, to help users live more mindfully.

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Inclusion Statement

We create communities of well-being in an intentionally inclusive, equitable, and safe environment where all are welcomed, respected, and cared for with compassion.

We support people with purpose and integrity. We empower them to foster meaningful connections with themselves and with others.

We embrace and value the diversity of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, religion, range of abilities, financial means, education, world views and political perspective, amongst all of our community members.

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We are a charitable social enterprise in downtown Toronto. We are a leading organization for mindfulness studies and professional development in Canada.

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Explore the benefits of self-compassion practices. Foster self-love, resilience, and positivity with these guided exercises.

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-John Stracks, MD Integrative Medicine Specialist at Northwestern Memorial, Curable Scientific Advisor

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A guided program that helps you understand why you have pain, why it persists, and what you can do about it.

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Can be purchased on Amazon.

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Can be purchased on Amazon

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Caregiver Support Education – This HPCO resource has been designed to provide help just in time for family and friends all over Ontario who are primary caregivers.

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You might be new to caregiving, or you might be well along your journey. Regardless of the unique circumstances of your situation, we do know that all caregiving can be incredibly rewarding, and it can be incredibly isolating and stressful too.
Begin by visiting Topic 1: How to Use this Resource and then explore the other topics in any order you would like to. We encourage you to visit the website as many times as you need to.

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Camino - Children and Parents Connecting (CAPC)

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Camino - Children and Parents Connecting (CAPC)

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Children and Parents Connecting works to provide programs and services for children from birth to age 6 and their families. We focus our work through a prevention lens and strategically locate our programs in vulnerable neighbourhoods or where marginalized families can access our services easily.

Click above to see available programming.

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The first six years are the most important for a child's social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. Children and Parents Connecting is committed to supporting children who need it most, to help them reach their full potential. Through CAPC programs, children learn, play and have fun with other children in a supportive environment. Families learn about and connect with resources in their communities.

Parents and caregivers form friendships, share resources and develop skills through CAPC programs. Communities are strengthened when neighbours work together.

Children and Parent Connecting:

Provides affordable community-based programs and services, and community development

Is an active partner in community planning and advocacy

Offers workshops and special events

Supports volunteer leadership development

Focuses on prevention

Encourages early investment in children so they get a better start in life

Programs

See current CAPC program flyers.

HOME VISITING

In-home programming provided by CAPC Staff, supporting parents and families with children aged birth - 6 years. Home visits support children and families to reach their full potential through enhancing parent/child interaction, improved communication, and connection to community resources. CAPC Home Visiting program aims to reach the families facing more isolation and potential challenges, who have not accessed programs and are not yet group ready. We also visit families from our groups, who need a little extra support for the short term.

During the Covid-19 pandemic, this program is being offered online or through telephone support, however, staff will still meet with families in person if technology is a barrier to service. Click here for the Home Visiting Referal Form to be emailed to capc@carizon.ca.

BUSY BABIES

An 8-week parenting support and education program for families of children ages 0-24 months that also links parents to other resources. This program is being offered online through Zoom during the Covid-19 pandemic. Parents and children begin the morning with a Music & Movement session. Then parents connect to learn some of the fundamentals of parenting and share tips and resources with their peers.

LINWOOD LADIES GROUP

This is a weekly gathering of rural women, who meet at Linwood Community Center for parenting discussion and activities to build connections. Along with enjoying a healthy snack, families socialize and engage in fun activities together while learning about other local community resources. This group is run in partnership with EarlyON Waterloo Region and mainly serves low German-speaking families - Old Colony Mennonites.
This program is not currently running. Please check back for updates.
SUPER DADS, SUPER KIDS

An 8-week parenting support and education program for dads of children ages 0-6 years. Super Dads Super Kids was created by Brian Russell of Dad Central, and built with the support of the Public Health Agency of Canada, Ontario Early Years Centre staff and professionals, and the direct feedback and input of dads and kids who tested the program over the years. This program is being offered online through Zoom during the Covid-19 pandemic. SDSK is an activity-based fathering program. There are 8 sessions, each designed to give fathers and children time together in a fun activity and for fathers to discuss relevant topics together.

Additionally, CAPC staff partner with other Carizon program staff to facilitate time-limited programs such as the Circle of Security and the Connections program.
For more information or to register, please view the current program list or contact us at 519-743-6333 ext. 2383.

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Children and Parents Connecting is a community-based partnership of parents, volunteers and service providers.

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Offers individual counselling and occupational therapy for women

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A season of change might look a rite of passage: pregnancy, peri-menopause or menopause. Or a developmental stage like the postpartum period or motherhood (" matrescence"). Or it could be a transition brought on by loss, career change, illness, or injury. Seasons of change often include a shift in roles and responsibilities, identity, routine, or hormones.

These are times when we may lose our footing or feel lost. While there can be beauty and magic in change, it can also be overwhelming - mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually.

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Women's occupational therapy for mental health and wellbeing through life transitions, such as pregnancy, postpartum, motherhood, perimenopause, and menopause and more.

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Get Help | 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline

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Connect to a crisis responder to get help without judgement.

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Immigrant Services | YMCA of Three Rivers

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The Y is a place where everyone belongs. We can help you with language, school, employment and more. Our programs, services, and team are here to help you transition to your new home.

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Offers support to refugees to adapt ad integrate in new communities

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Our programs and services assist refugees throughout their settlement & integration process, enabling them to lead healthy and productive lives in their new community.

We start by providing the basics: temporary residence, orientations to life in Canada and down the line, we empower those we serve to find meaningful employment, improve their language skills and heal from trauma and loss.

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Reception House Waterloo Region | Serving refugees in Waterloo Region since 1987

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Our programs and services assist refugees throughout their settlement & integration process, enabling them to lead healthy and productive lives in their new community. We start by providing the basics: temporary residence, orientations to life in Canada and down the line, we empower those we serve to find meaningful employment, improve their language skills and heal from trauma and loss.

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Offers interpretation and translation, English classes, refugee support, employment services, and social groups.

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We live and work on land that is the traditional home of the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabe, and Attawandaron peoples. This land within the Haldimand tract is promised to the Six Nations and takes in six miles on each side of the Grand River. We recognize and deeply appreciate their historic connection to this place.

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A specialty is in Afrocentric/culturally grounded counseling, education, employment, and research advocacy that addresses anti-Black racism and systemic oppression that: fosters Black community empowerment/resilience, supports community services navigation and guides the design and delivery of culturally suitable educational programs and groups for children, youth, caregivers/adults and seniors.

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KIND MINDS FAMILY WELLNESS: Culture + Research + Community Engagement

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KIND MINDS FAMILY WELLNESS: Culture + Research + Community Engagement

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Here at Kind Minds Family Wellness (KMFW), we acknowledge diversity and cultural identities in our provision of short and long-term culturally informed support to our Black clientele.

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Free, in person 8 week group for children ages 9-11 and their caregivers to increase understanding of anxiety and learn strategies to help manage the challenging thoughts and feelings often associated with anxiety.

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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Free, in person 8 week group beginning in January 2024 for ages 6-8. Children will have the opportunity to learn strategies for managing their big emotions through interactive discussions, games and activities.

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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Free, in person, 8 week group for high school aged newcomer youth who have refugee and/or protected person status.

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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Free, 8 week in person group beginning January 2024 for female identifying and non-binary youth ages 10-13. Through activities, games, and art kids will learn healthy ways to cope with anxious or low feelings while reducing isolations.

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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Free, in person group for newcomer youth ages 10-13 who have refugee or protected person status.

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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Free, in person group for newcomer youth ages 10-13 who have refugee or protected person status.

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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Free, in person group beginning January 2024 for 8 weeks. This group is for newcomers ages 6-9 years old who have refugee or protected person status.

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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Free, in person group beginning January 2024 for 8 weeks. This group is for newcomers ages 6-9 years old who have refugee or protected person status.

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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A free, in person 8 week group for adults who have refugee or protected persons status.

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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Camino - Growing Stronger Adult Trauma Group

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Camino - Growing Stronger Adult Trauma Group

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Free in person group for adults who have refugee or protected person status to learn about how trauma affects individuals and strategies to manage.

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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Camino - Growing Stronger Adult Trauma Group

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Camino - Growing Stronger Adult Trauma Group

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Free in person group for adults who have refugee or protected person status to learn about how trauma affects individuals and strategies to manage.

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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Free, virtual 8 week group for parents of all ages who have currently refugee or protected person status.

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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Free, virtual 8 week group for parents of all ages who have currently refugee or protected person status.

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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Free, virtual 8 week group for adults struggling with anxiety.

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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Offered both in-person in Kitchener as well as virtually, beginning in January 2024. A group offering education and support for women who have experienced abuse in intimate relationships.

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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Free, virtual group on Tuesdays from 10-1130am for parents with children aged 0-2 years and in need of post-partum mental health support.

To register:

https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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An ongoing, free, weekly group for grandparents in a primary caregiver role of their grandchildren ages 0-6 years. This group is in person at Oak Creek EarlyON center.

Weekly meetings include free childminding, snacks and the opportunity to increase your circle of support!

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia - Waterloo CBT Clinic

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia - Waterloo CBT Clinic

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A 6-session virtual program that teaches you how to implement Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) skills to manage chronic insomnia.

Begins Feb 5, 2024 via Zoom from 530-7pm

Cost: $920

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Parenting Youth with ADHD virtual group - Bloom Therapy

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Parenting Youth with ADHD virtual group - Bloom Therapy

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This group is a four-week, skill development and support group and covers the following topics:

Share and relate with other parents having similar experiences

Expectations vs reality with ADHD

Setting up a successful environment

Communication- verbal and nonverbal

Boundary setting and organization

Understanding sensory stimulation (food, environment, sports)

Offered virtually in winter 2024

Cost: $400 per couple for 4 sessions

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Parenting Youth with ADHD virtual group - Bloom Therapy

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Parenting Youth with ADHD virtual group - Bloom Therapy

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This group is a four-week, skill development and support group and covers the following topics:

Share and relate with other parents having similar experiences

Expectations vs reality with ADHD

Setting up a successful environment

Communication- verbal and nonverbal

Boundary setting and organization

Understanding sensory stimulation (food, environment, sports)

Offered virtually in winter 2024

Cost: $400 per couple for 4 sessions

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Friendly Hearts Group - Bloom Counselling

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Friendly Hearts Group - Bloom Counselling

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This group is a four-week, social skills development group and will focus on the following goals:

Learn social skills in a play based, therapeutic environment

Effectively share, cooperate, listen, and respect others

Learn how to set all types of boundaries with others

Overcome difficult social interactions such as initial greetings, impulse control, shyness, or transitions

Runs for 4 weeks, in person beginning in Winter 2024

Cost $400 for 4 sessions

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DBT Skills Group - KW Mental Health Services

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DBT Skills Group - KW Mental Health Services

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This group will focus on the skills portion of DBT and will help folks develop a skills-based tool kit to allow for more adaptive coping and response behaviours. Dialectical behavioural therapy combines the principles of behavioural therapy with ancient Buddhist concepts of acceptance and mindfulness.

Cost: $650 for 10 weeks.

Contact for next available group.

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This is a 10-week DBT skills group. The group will be held at the same day/time once a week for 10 classes. This group will be held onsite at our location, 690 Belmont Ave, W. Kitchener, Unit 303.
What is a DBT Skills Training Group?
Dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT) was originally presented as an intervention for individuals diagnosed with borderline personality disorder and since then has been shown to be effective in treating a wide range of mental health needs and concerns (e.g. anxiety, depression). This group will focus on the skills portion of DBT and will help folks develop a skills-based tool kit to allow for more adaptive coping and response behaviours. Dialectical behavioural therapy combines the principles of behavioural therapy with ancient Buddhist concepts of acceptance and mindfulness. In this group we will learn and practice skills in the following four areas: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance.
Who is this group for?
The DBT Skills Training group is for folks who are looking for support with emotion regulation, being more present, learning to manage intense emotions, and who want to improve relationships. This group centers around learning and practicing skills. This is a good fit for you if you are someone who is looking to develop a tool kit and increase your knowledge and awareness of what skills work best for you and when.
What is this group is about?
This group is a skills training only group. Traditionally DBT consists of individual counselling and 24/7 phone coaching. However, there is evidence that DBT skills training alone is an effective treatment for a variety of mental health challenges.

Skills will be taught by a Psychotherapist with extensive DBT experience and supported by a peer supporter (a person with lived experience using the skills). In order, modules covered will be Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation & Interpersonal Effectiveness. All participants will be provided with a DBT workbook with home practice and additional information about all of the skills taught. The skills will be taught as interactively as possible, with emphasis on real life application. Participants will be expected to engage in home practice and to take part in discussions.
What this group isn't.
This group is not a support group, and due to the extensive amount of material to be covered, priority is given to skills training. There will be some opportunities to connect with other group members, whether in pairs or in small breakout groups.

This is not a suitable option for people who are in immediate crisis.
Next Group Dates:
March, 2023 - June, 2023 (10 week group) Currently running/full
Group Details:
Day and time: Monday's 7:00pm-8:30pm (1.5 hrs.)

Type: In-person group

Cost: 65$ per sessions........Total cost - 650$ plus tax

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Mental Health Services | KW Mental Health and Wellness - KW Mental Health and Wellness

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At KW Mental Health and Wellness, we provide an extensive range of mental health services. Contact us to learn more or book your appointment today.

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DBT Skills Group - KW Mental Health Services

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DBT Skills Group - KW Mental Health Services

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This group will focus on the skills portion of DBT and will help folks develop a skills-based tool kit to allow for more adaptive coping and response behaviours. Dialectical behavioural therapy combines the principles of behavioural therapy with ancient Buddhist concepts of acceptance and mindfulness.

Cost: $650 for 10 weeks.

Contact for next available group.

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This is a 10-week DBT skills group. The group will be held at the same day/time once a week for 10 classes. This group will be held onsite at our location, 690 Belmont Ave, W. Kitchener, Unit 303.
What is a DBT Skills Training Group?
Dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT) was originally presented as an intervention for individuals diagnosed with borderline personality disorder and since then has been shown to be effective in treating a wide range of mental health needs and concerns (e.g. anxiety, depression). This group will focus on the skills portion of DBT and will help folks develop a skills-based tool kit to allow for more adaptive coping and response behaviours. Dialectical behavioural therapy combines the principles of behavioural therapy with ancient Buddhist concepts of acceptance and mindfulness. In this group we will learn and practice skills in the following four areas: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance.
Who is this group for?
The DBT Skills Training group is for folks who are looking for support with emotion regulation, being more present, learning to manage intense emotions, and who want to improve relationships. This group centers around learning and practicing skills. This is a good fit for you if you are someone who is looking to develop a tool kit and increase your knowledge and awareness of what skills work best for you and when.
What is this group is about?
This group is a skills training only group. Traditionally DBT consists of individual counselling and 24/7 phone coaching. However, there is evidence that DBT skills training alone is an effective treatment for a variety of mental health challenges.

Skills will be taught by a Psychotherapist with extensive DBT experience and supported by a peer supporter (a person with lived experience using the skills). In order, modules covered will be Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation & Interpersonal Effectiveness. All participants will be provided with a DBT workbook with home practice and additional information about all of the skills taught. The skills will be taught as interactively as possible, with emphasis on real life application. Participants will be expected to engage in home practice and to take part in discussions.
What this group isn't.
This group is not a support group, and due to the extensive amount of material to be covered, priority is given to skills training. There will be some opportunities to connect with other group members, whether in pairs or in small breakout groups.

This is not a suitable option for people who are in immediate crisis.
Next Group Dates:
March, 2023 - June, 2023 (10 week group) Currently running/full
Group Details:
Day and time: Monday's 7:00pm-8:30pm (1.5 hrs.)

Type: In-person group

Cost: 65$ per sessions........Total cost - 650$ plus tax

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Mental Health Services | KW Mental Health and Wellness - KW Mental Health and Wellness

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At KW Mental Health and Wellness, we provide an extensive range of mental health services. Contact us to learn more or book your appointment today.

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Pregnancy

Pregnancy and the first year of your baby's life is an exciting time with many changes. Whether you're planning a pregnancy, are pregnant or your baby is already here, you will find information to help give your baby the best start.

Baby's First Year

Resources - Booklet Series

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Includes information on pregnancy, breastfeeding, feeding your baby solid foods, safe sleep and more.

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Camino - Promise of Partnership / Newcomer Mental Health Program

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Camino - Promise of Partnership / Newcomer Mental Health Program

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Camino offers community orientation, 1:1 counselling, trauma services, and group programming.

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The Newcomer Mental Health and Well-being Program: A Promise of Partnership (NMHP) is a free Carizon program funded by Immigration, Refugee, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

The primary focus of NMHP is to promote and support the mental well-being of Newcomers and to align mental health services for refugees and persons with protected status who have resettled in the Region of Waterloo. Our main goals are for newcomers to feel an increased sense of belonging in the community and experience successful settlement in the Waterloo Region through increased understanding of mental health and well-being, facilitating direct access to community services, raising awareness about the needs of these newcomers and by supporting capacity building of community partners and the larger community to meet the mental health needs of newcomers in our region. These goals reflect the emotional and tangible aspects of the immigration process.

Program staff approach their work with guiding values of acceptance, cultural humility, inclusion of participant voices, and a strengths-based and trauma-informed lens that are incorporated into all activities.

Services Offered

Community Well-Being Orientation Sessions

The Community Well-Being Orientation sessions are provided to each new refugee who is received at Reception House within the first month of arrival and is organized in collaboration with Reception House. This service is designed to normalize the reactions individuals and families may have during this period of settlement, help them to understand the stages of immigration and its psychological impacts with a preventative focus.

Consultation Services

Our new Mental Health Consultation Service is provided within a circle of care with settlement workers and community partners and will consist of supportive counselling, coaching, and reassurance, and resource information will involve suggesting and helping participants to access mental health resources in the community such as therapy, psychiatry, and other mental health services, such as groups.

Once we are back to working in the community, service will take place at settlement service locations in Waterloo Region. In order to ensure a warm and successful transfer to mental health services, a Newcomer Mental Health Facilitator may also accompany consultation participants to their initial mental health service appointment to explain what is going to happen, and help ease their anxiety and. In the meantime, consultation services are available virtually and over the phone.

Trauma Treatment Groups and Individual Counselling

Provided to newcomer clients who are experiencing symptoms related to trauma and have been referred by a counsellor or service provider. Both individual and group therapy focuses on providing participants with tools and strategies to achieve safety and stabilization of trauma symptoms.

Drop In

This is an opportunity for newcomers to speak with a POP staff about mental health concerns, accessing community resources or any other topics that relate to their wellbeing. Drop in hours are held at local secondary schools in areas that are determined to have a high population of newcomer families and in the community for newcomer youth identified as part of the LGBTQ+ community. Drop in programs may be provided at other settlement service organizations such as YMCA Immigrant Services and/or Sanctuary Refugee Health Centre.

Community Education Sessions and Mental Health Workshops

Community education sessions are offered to community members with the goal of providing a broader understanding of newcomer mental health and their experiences to increase community capacity to support newcomers. Mental Health Workshops are offered to newcomers as requested by community partners with a focus on destigmatizing mental health and increasing awareness and understanding of POP program.
To learn more about the Newcomer Mental Health Program or to register for one of our services, please contact promise@carizon.ca or 519-743-6333. To make a referral, please fill out the form here and send it to promise@carizon.ca.

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Carizon supports newcomers to Canada with outreach programs and counselling for immigrants and refugees.

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Offers interpretation and translation, English classes, refugee support, employment services, and social groups.

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We live and work on land that is the traditional home of the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabe, and Attawandaron peoples. This land within the Haldimand tract is promised to the Six Nations and takes in six miles on each side of the Grand River. We recognize and deeply appreciate their historic connection to this place.

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Trauma informed primary care based out of Kitchener. Referrals can be made online or by a physician.

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Our health care team members include Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, and Registered Practical Nurses. Some specialized services are offered onsite including pediatric consultations and obstetrical care done by a family physician obstetrician.

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Lutherwood - FASD Adolescent Support Group

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Lutherwood - FASD Adolescent Support Group

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Beginning in September 2023 and again in February 2024, in person and virtual events.

Contact Rob at rmacdonald@lutherwood.ca or 519 504 0695

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National Indian Residential School Health Support Program

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National Indian Residential School Health Support Program

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The National Indian Residential School Crisis Line provides 24-hour crisis support to former Indian Residential School students and their families toll-free at 1-866-925-4419.

Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls are encouraged to contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.

First Nations, Inuit and Métis seeking immediate emotional support can contact the Hope for Wellness Help Line toll-free at 1-855-242-3310, or by online chat at hopeforwellness.ca.

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This page discusses topics that may be distressing and awaken memories of past traumatic experiences and abuse.

The National Indian Residential School Crisis Line provides 24-hour crisis support to former Indian Residential School students and their families toll-free at 1-866-925-4419.

Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls are encouraged to contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.

First Nations, Inuit and Métis seeking immediate emotional support can contact the Hope for Wellness Help Line toll-free at 1-855-242-3310, or by online chat at hopeforwellness.ca.

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About the program

The Indian Residential Schools Resolution Health Support Program was established as part of the 2006 Indian Residential School Settlement Agreement. It provides cultural and emotional support, and mental health counselling services to Survivors of Indian Residential Schools and the families of former students.

Program eligibility

All Survivors of Indian Residential Schools, regardless of Indigenous status or place of residence within Canada, are eligible to receive services from the Resolution Health Support Program.

In recognition of the intergenerational impacts that the Indian Residential School system had on families, Resolution Health Support Program services are also available to family members of former students of Indian Residential Schools.

Family members include:

spouse or partner

those raised by, or raised in the household of, an Indian Residential School Survivor

any relative who has experienced the effects of intergenerational trauma associated with a family member's time at an Indian Residential School

If you are not eligible for the Resolution Health Support Program, you may still be eligible for trauma-informed supports including:

Services available

Cultural support

Cultural supports are provided by local Indigenous organizations and include access to Elders, Knowledge Holders, traditional healers, and ceremonies. Cultural supports seek to assist Survivors and their families in safely addressing issues related to Indian Residential Schools. Specific services are chosen by the Survivor or family member and can include traditional healing, ceremonies, teachings and dialogue.

Emotional support

Emotional supports include access to Resolution Health Support Workers, community-based workers and Elders who share space, listen, talk, and offer support in a safe and respectful way. Emotional supports are provided by local Indigenous organizations, and are designed to help former students and their families safely address issues related to the impacts of Indian Residential Schools.

Mental health counselling

Mental health counsellors are psychologists and social workers, who are in good standing with their provincial or territorial regulatory body, and registered with Indigenous Services Canada. A counsellor can work with individuals or families and will listen, talk and assist individuals to find ways of navigating trauma and healing journeys related to Indian Residential School experiences.

Transportation

Assistance with transportation may be offered when mental health counselling and cultural support services are not locally available.

Accessing services

Please contact the Indigenous Services Canada regional office in your province or territory (or, for those in British Columbia, the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA)) to access services through the Resolution Health Support Program.

Encountering strong emotional reactions

Thinking about how Indian Residential School affected you can lead to negative or upsetting thoughts or memories.

This pamphlet, Encountering strong emotional reactions, is designed to help you recognize the reactions you may have.

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Indian Residential Schools Resolution Health Support Program

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The Indian Residential Schools Resolution Health Support Program provides mental health, emotional and cultural support services to eligible former Indian Residential School students and their families throughout all phases of the Indian Residential School Settlement Agreement, including:

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Centre for Mental Health Research and Treatment

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**We will be offering our CFT group virtually in the Fall and there is still room in this group. Please note that our wait list for some of our group services is currently closed due to COVID-19 concerns. Our Centre is temporarily closed to in-person services. **
The Centre for Mental Health Research and Treatment (CMHRT) at the University of Waterloo currently offers therapy groups for different populations, including:

Adults with eating disorders: A compassion-focused therapy (CFT) group that is offered twice a year, once in the Fall and once in the Winter. It is a 12-week group with weekly 2-hour sessions. The next virtual offering is September 2021. Assessments are happening now.

Parents of teenagers ages 12 to 16: Triple P Positive Parenting Program Teen . This group is 8 weeks long.

Teens, ages 15 to 18, CBT group treatment for anxiety: Facing Fears Together . This group is 6 weeks long, with a booster session to follow. It will be offered virtually from April 22 until May 27, 2021, with a booster session on June 17, 2021.

Adults with social anxiety : An imagery-based Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) group that is offered twice every year, once in the spring and once in the fall, when we can re-open our Centre for in-person services. It is a 12 week long group with a follow-up session a month after ending.

Parents of children ages 3 to 11 years: Triple P Positive Parenting Program Child . This group is 8 weeks long. It will be offered virtually from March 24 to May 12, 2021.

Our Fees for Social Anxiety Group Therapy, for the compassion-focused therapy group, and for the Facing Fears Together group are on a sliding fee scale. Our consent forms are on line so you can read them over before you attend group therapy here at our Centre. If you are interested in hearing more about any of our groups, or to discuss whether these group services are right for you, please contact the CMHRT at cmhrtintake@uwaterloo.ca to get the process started.

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Therapy Groups | Centre for Mental Health Research and Treatment

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Groups & Workshops - Woolwich Counselling

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Groups & Workshops - Woolwich Counselling

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Session 1:

Mindful Living: A Blueprint for Change - It Starts with Us

The Emotional Brain - Creating saftey so that we can respond rather than react.

We will discuss the science of bias and how having bias doesn't make us bad people, it just makes us human.

We will explore how self-compassion can support us on our journey of unlearning our bias so that we can be truly compassionate with others.

We will learn how to practice self-compassion.

Session 2:

Reflection: Inclusive Parenting as the Foundation for Stronger Communities

The Thinking Brain - Acknowledging and reflecting on our unconscious biases.

When we know we can do better. We will reflect and examine our own lives and how it has been impacted by our biases so that we can be intentional in making change.

We will examine how our everyday behaviours and words model the values we want our children to reflect in their interactions with others.

We will learn how to practice and model continuous learning in our homes.

Session 3:

Practice: Building an Inclusive Environment

Expansion - Taking action by thoughtfully expanding our context, contacts and what we're exposed to.

We will learn tangible actions we can take to change our bias for ourselves and our children by changing the environment in which we live.

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Upcoming Events - Woolwich Counselling Centre

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Session 1: Mindful Living: A Blueprint for Change - It Starts with Us The Emotional Brain - Creating saftey so that we can respond rather than react. We will discuss the science of bias and how having bias doesn't make us bad people, it just makes us human.

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Camino - Building Better Boundaries Group

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Camino - Building Better Boundaries Group

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Free, virtual group running on Fridays from 10am-12pm for 8 weeks per session.

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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I'm More Than My Pain Support Group - Camino

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I'm More Than My Pain Support Group - Camino

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Free, virtual support group starting January 2024. Biweekly on Thursdays from 130-3pm.

To register: https://www.carizon.ca/group-programs/

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Trauma Informed Parenting Workshop - Camino

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Trauma Informed Parenting Workshop - Camino

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A two-part engaging and educational workshop series designed to empower parents/caregivers to create safe, trusting, trauma-informed relationships and environments for their children/youth and themselves. Gain valuable insights, practical strategies, and resources to support your child/youth’s healing journey.

Registration required: https://www.carizon.ca/workshops/

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Camino Wellbeing + Mental Health offers a wide range of one-time workshops to help people manage life's challenges. Below you will find all of the workshops that Camino currently offers and how to register for them. All our groups are FREE and bus tickets are available by request.

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Trauma Informed Parenting Workshop - Camino

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Trauma Informed Parenting Workshop - Camino

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A two-part engaging and educational workshop series designed to empower parents/caregivers to create safe, trusting, trauma-informed relationships and environments for their children/youth and themselves.

Gain valuable insights, practical strategies, and resources to support your child/youth’s healing journey.

Registration required: https://www.carizon.ca/workshops/

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Camino Wellbeing + Mental Health offers a wide range of one-time workshops to help people manage life's challenges. Below you will find all of the workshops that Camino currently offers and how to register for them. All our groups are FREE and bus tickets are available by request.

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Front Door: Access to Children & Youth Mental Health Services

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Front Door: Access to Children & Youth Mental Health Services

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Starting point for accessing child and youth mental health services and supports in Waterloo Region.

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We are your starting point for accessing child and youth mental health services and supports in Waterloo Region.

Since you are here, you are likely experiencing a difficult, confusing and challenging time. We can help. We work with parents/caregivers, children and youth (up to their 18th birthday) who are struggling with life's challenges such as emotions, behaviours, relationships and mental health. We listen, offer support and can help you identify next steps including access to other services. To see how we can help you, click on one of the options below or call 519-749-2932 to book an appointment.

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Access to Child and Youth Mental Health Services

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Front Door - a great first step for families and young people who have concerns that relate to behavioural or emotional mental health concerns.

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The Guardians Program at Ravensview is a dedicated mental health and addiction treatment program, specifically designed for first responders, military and veterans. This is an inpatient 6-9 week program with a fee.

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The Guardians Program at Ravensview is a dedicated mental health and addiction treatment program, specifically designed for first responders, military and veterans. We built this program for the individuals who have experienced the unique challenge of protecting, serving and guarding their fellow citizens. Our evidence-based treatment program recognizes these individuals have unique treatment needs which may include exposure to traumatic situations, depression, anxiety and addiction challenges. The Guardians Program is built on many decades of experience treating first responders, military and veterans, as well as the nationally recognized expertise of Homewood Health, which has over 140 years of experience treating mental health and addiction challenges. The Guardians Program at Ravensview is a tailored treatment program designed specifically to address these challenges and build the foundations for lasting recovery.

The program is delivered as an inpatient service-this means that clients come and stay at the facility for their treatment. For addiction treatment, the length of stay is six weeks. For treatment related to depression, anxiety, trauma, or concurrent disorders*, the length of stay is nine weeks. During this period of treatment, clients receive a structured program of therapy, which includes cognitive behavioural therapy and dialectical behaviour therapy, occupational therapy, and important additional therapies like horticulture therapy and recreation therapy, which provide opportunities for stimulating group and individual activities.

The Guardians Program is led by a team of mental health professionals who are highly experienced in working with first responders, military and veterans. This team includes a range of healthcare specialists including: psychiatrists, addictions medicine specialists, psychologists, 24-hour nursing staff, and a number of other clinical professionals. At Ravensview, we have a team of expert professionals using evidence-based practices to support clients' recovery.

*The term "concurrent disorder" is used when an individual struggles with one or more mental health issues at the same time that they are dealing with substance use disorder.

Who is The Guardians Program for?

The Guardians Program is equipped to treat a range of mental health and addiction issues, including the difficulties that are most common among first responders, military and veterans. Research has shown that the most common difficulties faced by these groups include: post-traumatic stress disorder, depression and anxiety disorders, and substance use difficulties. Our program was designed to respond to these specific treatment needs.

Programming centers on the evidence-based treatment of:

Trauma and Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) : can occur after exposure to a traumatic event or repetitive exposure to upsetting or disturbing events or experiences. People who have experienced trauma and or have been diagnosed with PTSD can experience a number of symptoms, like flashbacks, negative thoughts and feelings about the event, anger and feelings of injustice, and attempts to avoid reminders of the traumatic event(s).

Depression, and other mental health difficulties including but limited to: obsessive-compulsive disorder, burnout and excessive work-related stress

Substance use disorders and addictions, including: alcohol abuse/addiction, addiction to opiates or other pharmaceuticals, and other drug addictions

In fact, it would be common for clients to arrive at Ravensview, with the goal of addressing multiple different challenges (for instance, PTSD and addiction often happen at the same time). This is known as 'concurrent presentation,' and the Guardians Program at Ravensview is designed to help clients with these types of more complex issues.

Wounded Warriors Canada

The Ravensview approach is inclusive and evidence-based. Clients in the Guardians Program receive a comprehensive assessment and supported transition into treatment-each client is assessed by a psychiatrist, an addiction specialist physician (if needed), and a psychologist or other mental health specialist. The client is then paired with a prime therapist-a mental health professional with specialized training and experience working with first responders, military and veterans. When needed, clients may also undergo detox (i.e. in cases where substance use/addiction is a major problem), and can be treated using medication as well as psychotherapy.

All of our programs benefit from Ravensview's unique treatment location on Vancouver Island, which offers a wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities, which we use for structured therapeutic activities. The facility itself is located a tranquil mountain, in a private and peaceful setting with access to natural trails, and John Dean Provincial Park.

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Mental Health Treatment for First Responders, Military & Veterans | Homewood Ravensview

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The Guardians Program is built on many decades of experience treating first responders, military and veterans, as well as the nationally recognized expertise of Homewood Health.

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Open to general public, maximum of $85 per session with subsidizes available.

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Neurofeedback

Ray of Hope Youth Support Services provides neurofeedback sessions as an additional service. This service is not limited to youth in our programs - it is also open to the general public! We proudly use NeurOptimal ® software.
What is it?
NeurOptimal® is an advanced brain training system that trains the brain to function at peak performance levels.

Watch this video to learn more:
What happens in a Session?

Sensors are placed on your scalp and ears. Once the session begins music will play and through the sensors the NeurOptimal® software creates a feedback loop.

The feedback sounds like very brief, occasional interruptions in the music. Your brain gets a workout by adjusting to the feedback loop.

Over time your brain creates pathways to improve your mindset to aid in reducing stress and anxiety.

Who can benefit from it?
Anyone can benefit from NeurOptimal ® brain training. No matter your age, no matter your lifestyle - athlete or executive, student or Uber driver, artists or homemaker, NeurOptimal ® is a great tool to have as part of your wellness program. It is designed to promote a flexible-and-resilient mindset that helps you to be your best.

NeurOptimal ® is a training tool and does not diagnose, treat, mitigate, prevent or cure any disease, disorder or abnormal physical state, nor does it restore, modify or correct the body's structure or functioning. If you require medical assistance, please seek the advice of your physician.
How much does it cost?

General Public- $85 per session

We are able to subsidize our rates if needed, please discuss this with admin staff.

Young people in our programing are able to receive this service free of charge.

Payment is required at the time of session.

December Promotions

1 Session - was $85 now $70

3 Sessions - was $230 now $216 ($72 per session)

5 Sessions - was $360 now $340 ($68 per session)

10 Sessions - was $680 now $65 ($65 per session)

25 Sessions - always $1590 ($64/Session)

I am requesting service for:

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Neurofeedback Ray of Hope Youth Support Services provides neurofeedback sessions as an additional service. This service is not limited to youth in our programs - it is also open to the general public! We proudly use NeurOptimal® software. What is it? NeurOptimal® is an advanced brain training system that trains the brain to function at [...]

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Open to general public, maximum of $85 per session with subsidizes available.

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Neurofeedback

Ray of Hope Youth Support Services provides neurofeedback sessions as an additional service. This service is not limited to youth in our programs - it is also open to the general public! We proudly use NeurOptimal ® software.
What is it?
NeurOptimal® is an advanced brain training system that trains the brain to function at peak performance levels.

Watch this video to learn more:
What happens in a Session?

Sensors are placed on your scalp and ears. Once the session begins music will play and through the sensors the NeurOptimal® software creates a feedback loop.

The feedback sounds like very brief, occasional interruptions in the music. Your brain gets a workout by adjusting to the feedback loop.

Over time your brain creates pathways to improve your mindset to aid in reducing stress and anxiety.

Who can benefit from it?
Anyone can benefit from NeurOptimal ® brain training. No matter your age, no matter your lifestyle - athlete or executive, student or Uber driver, artists or homemaker, NeurOptimal ® is a great tool to have as part of your wellness program. It is designed to promote a flexible-and-resilient mindset that helps you to be your best.

NeurOptimal ® is a training tool and does not diagnose, treat, mitigate, prevent or cure any disease, disorder or abnormal physical state, nor does it restore, modify or correct the body's structure or functioning. If you require medical assistance, please seek the advice of your physician.
How much does it cost?

General Public- $85 per session

We are able to subsidize our rates if needed, please discuss this with admin staff.

Young people in our programing are able to receive this service free of charge.

Payment is required at the time of session.

December Promotions

1 Session - was $85 now $70

3 Sessions - was $230 now $216 ($72 per session)

5 Sessions - was $360 now $340 ($68 per session)

10 Sessions - was $680 now $65 ($65 per session)

25 Sessions - always $1590 ($64/Session)

I am requesting service for:

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Neurofeedback Ray of Hope Youth Support Services provides neurofeedback sessions as an additional service. This service is not limited to youth in our programs - it is also open to the general public! We proudly use NeurOptimal® software. What is it? NeurOptimal® is an advanced brain training system that trains the brain to function at [...]

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Offers free respite services, counselling, complementary therapies (massage, reflexology, reiki, hair salon), as well as group supports to caregivers.

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Caring for someone at home can be an overwhelming experience. Self care for caregivers is an important part of ensuring the best care for your family member. Respite services can provide you with a time for regular chores, errands, or self care while providing the assurance that your family member has knowledgeable and trained support available.

All of our programs and services are offered free of charge to our clients and their families.

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Caring for someone at home can be an overwhelming experience. Self care for caregivers is an important part of ensuring the best care for your family member. Respite services can provide you with a time for regular chores, errands, or self care while providing the assurance that your family member has knowledgeable and trained support available.

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NEW E-Learning Content

Hamilton, ON - April 23, 2021

Like your heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, and rate of breathing, walking speed may be an important new vital sign.

Learn more about what walking speed is, how it changes as we age, how to measure it, and what steps you can take to increase it to improve your mobility and overall health with our new 15-minute interactive lesson.

Are you interested in learning how to reduce your risk of developing dementia? Learn six ways to promote brain health to optimize your physical mobility and social activity in the future with our free online interactive lesson.

Do you or someone you care for have osteoarthritis of the hip or knee? Learn how to best manage this condition through exercise and weight management.

NEW COVID-19 Related Content

Hamilton, ON - April 8, 2020

We are committed to supporting the healthy aging of Canada's older adult population by highlighting ways to stay active and engaged while practicing physical distancing during the current COVID-19 pandemic. Explore some of our latest content and continue to check back as new content is added weekly.

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Healthy Aging Research | McMaster Optimal Aging Portal

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Hamilton, ON - April 23, 2021 Like your heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, and rate of breathing, walking speed may be an important new vital sign. Learn more about what walking speed is, how it changes as we age, how to measure it, and what steps you can take to increase it to improve your mobility and overall health with our new 15-minute interactive lesson.

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Mood Disorders Canada - What Better Sleep Feels Like

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Are you or someone you know suffering from depression?

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Ontarians 16+ living with substance use challenges can access free online support through ‘Breaking Free’, a self-paced, evidence-based well-being and recovery program. Breaking Free aims to help people to reduce or stop the use of more than 70 substances, including opioids, and is available in both English and French.

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https://earlyyearsinfo.ca/sleep-sessions/

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Every Monday from 10am-7pm
Fee of $20 per session, in person or online.
First come, first serve.

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The City of Cambridge offers many recreation activities and programs for all ages to ensure the community has an active and healthy lifestyle.

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Register for swimming lessons, skating, camps, sports, and find out about assistant programs

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JAM KWC is the leading provider of adult sports leagues and events. Our programs run year round, indoor and outdoor, and include over 20 different types of sports.

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City of Kitchener Recreation for Seniors

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City of Kitchener Recreation for Seniors

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Welcome to our webpage for Age Friendly programs, services, news and information for Kitchener older adults!

Click on a title in the "on this page" list to jump down to information related to the topic. You can click the green "top" button on the right side of the page to come back to the list.

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What is Age Friendly Kitchener?

We built Age Friendly Kitchener in partnership with older adults in Kitchener. The Age Friendly Kitchener vision is to create a community where we can all live well and age well. To do this, we're creating opportunities for health, participation, and security to enhance quality of life as people age.

Age Friendly Kitchener programs fit into four categories:

To learn more about living and aging well in Kitchener, view our Age Friendly Kitchener Action Plan.

Wellness

Wellness programs focus on enhancing the physical, emotional, and mental components of health.

Some of our wellness programs include:
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Active living

Integrating daily physical activity is important to maintaining health and independence. We offer a wide range of activities to suit every interest and ability.

Some of our active living programs include:

strength training

flexibility

balance

conditioning

dance

chair fitness

recreational sports

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Learning

It's never too late to learn a new skill or find a new hobby. Our learning programs are designed to meet the needs of older adults and delivered in a supportive and social setting.

Some of our learning programs include:
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Connecting

We offer older adults opportunities to stay socially connected and engaged with their community through in-person, virtual and telephone programs.

Some of our connecting programs include:
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Support calls for seniors

We're supporting Kitchener seniors who may be feeling isolated, or just want to talk, through regular social and wellbeing support calls.

If you know a senior who would benefit from this service, please have them call 519-741-2916 to register.

We also accept referrals from friends, family and community agencies if the senior has given permission to share their contact information and has agreed to receive reassurance calls from us.

If you have any questions, please email Andrea Klein or call 519-741-2200, ext. 5082.

Leisure Access

Visit our Leisure Access (fee assistance) page if program fees are preventing you from joining a city or neighbourhood association program. You could qualify for a yearly amount of $400 per person in Leisure Access fee assistance. Talk to community centre staff to learn more.

Inclusion support

If you have a disability and need support to join any of our programs, you can apply for an inclusion membership. Visit our inclusion support page to learn more and apply.

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Support and resources for older adults to enjoy a healthy and active life.