Dads or male identified caregivers of children prenatal to 6 years This program will help you to: – Relate better to and connect with your child – Commit more quality time with your child – Teach your children about important topics like emotions, health, and communication *Participants do not have to be 18+. Virtual.
Male-Identified people or Female-Identified people This is a skills-based group to learn about where our anger comes from and how to express and manage our emotions in healthier ways. In person: Carizon, 400 Queen St. S. Kitchener.
Parents with children aged 0-2 years in need of post-partum mental health support. There is no training for becoming a parent. Although exciting, the transition to having a new baby at home can also be challenging. Transitioning to Parenthood is an 8-week series where you can talk with others who have a new baby, or… Read more »
Adults with experiences of chronic pain This is a support group for people who are looking to gain and receive support around the challenges of living with chronic pain. Open group: participants can register at any time. Virtual.
Women with experiences of any form of abuse This group provides education and support for women who have experienced any form of abuse and are working towards setting better boundaries in their lives. Group sessions include opportunities for discussion, reflection, and making personal connections. Virtual.
First time parents and their support persons. Families with more than one child are also welcome whom may want a refresher. Content is geared towards caring for children 0-6 months in age. The First Time Parents Group is a 10-week, parenting support and educational program for first time parents and caregivers. Come together and build… Read more »
Prenatal people and their support persons Join our Program Coordinator, Registered Dietitian, other pregnant individuals, and their support people, to talk about your healthy pregnancy! We offer: Prenatal Vitamins, Vitamin D Drops, Grocery Gift Cards, Breast Feeding Support, Referrals to other community supports, Information about healthy eating during pregnancy, Tips on cooking healthy meals, budgeting… Read more »
Women who have experienced abuse in their intimate relationships This group provides education and support for women who have experienced emotional or physical abuse within their intimate relationships. In-person: Carizon, 400 Queen St. S. Kitchener or Virtual
Adults, Waterloo Region and surrounding area An engaging, interactive, skills-based group for adults struggling with anxiety. Group members will learn how certain behaviours reinforce anxiety, develop tools to better tolerate and accept uncomfortable emotions, and practice new ways to move towards the things that matter in their lives. Virtual.
Adults, Waterloo Region and surrounding area Would you like to feel more confident about managing your money? Does thinking about money make you feel stressed and worried? This 6-week group is for you! Facilitators are experienced in the emotional piece that goes along with thinking about finances. Virtual.
We hope you find some of the these archived blog posts useful as we all look to manage and find the joy in daily living.