What's Happening Today!
Events in the Centre – every Month
Check Focus for details.
Get together for discussion and information sessions on on-going issues and topics of interest.
LIVING WITH LOSS Edmonton Bereavement Centre
An Introduction to Living with Loss
Coordinator: Linda Aris, R.S.W.
Wednesday, 10:00 am to Noon
September 6 – Introduction, Main Lounge
September 13 to October 25 – 7 weeks
Walking with Grief support group series.
A presentation on grieving and supporting those who grieve. A safe place. Non–judgmental and supportive atmosphere.
Certified Advisor
2nd and 4th Wednesdays, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Joe Day is a Certified Advisor with Harmony Funeral Services. Come and meet Joe at the Centre or you can reach him by calling 433-7335. All consultations are free, private and confidential.
JUST FOR MEN
Coordinator: George Baros
Fee: Lunch Menu Costs
Thursday, 12:00 Noon
Board Room
Calling all men! This is your special day out. This is a great social event where men discuss and solve all the problems of the world in short order! No female direction, you are on your own.
NEIGHBORHOOD CHAT - Communication Group for Stroke Survivors
Instructor: Brianna Strachan
Candidacy to be determined by Speech Language Pathology
Call 413-5026
Friday, 1:00 to 3:00 pm
Main Lounge
Having problems talking after a stroke? Gain confidence and get support by talking with others in the community. Professional Service provided by a Speech Language Pathologist and facilitated by trained volunteers in a friendly atmosphere for those persons working to cope with aphasia.
PROFESSIONAL FRIEND &
COUNSELOR
Dr. Joyce Krysowaty PhD, Psychologist - "Joyce" to my friends.
2nd and 4th Tuesday Monthly- 9:00 am to 12:00
pm
If you have a personal concern that is bothering you, drop in or phone 433-5807 for an appointment. Home consultations for seniors who are unable to come to the Centre can also be arranged. All consultations are free, private, and confidential.
Also, Dr. Joyce Krysowaty offers grief counseling and group presentations on topics of interest to the senior population. (Check the Focus Newsletter for details on the next presentation.)
TRANSITIONS
2nd Wednesday each month - 10:00 to 11:30 am
Small Lounge
If you are facing transitions in your life, this group would be ideal for you. Support is important when dealing with caregiving, moving, the death of a loved one ...
There is hope as you support each other and learn coping skills together.
|
