Groups & Workshops for Young People & Caregivers
HN REACH offers both virtual and in-person group programs and workshops for children, youth and their parents or caregivers on an as needed basis. Groups help children and youth who are working through common problems to find solutions and build support with others. Parents/caregivers can choose from on-going weekly groups as well as multi-week curriculum based groups. Please continue to check our Upcoming Events for information about groups.
Groups & Workshops for Young People
AFFIRM
Do you identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ or questioning?
HN REACH’s AFFIRM is offering an 8 week group for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth ages 12-18 who would like to learn coping skills and build healthy supports to deal with stigma.
Program Goals:
- To decrease unhelpful thoughts rooted in stigma & homophobia/transphobia to feel better about oneself and life
- To cope in ways that affirms identity and supports healthy behaviors/actions.
- Increase awareness of/build upon affirming social supports
- Will have a toolbox of strategies to draw from.
Eligibility: FREE to youth in Haldimand & Norfolk and Neighbouring Communities who identify as gender diverse/gender non-conforming
Space is limited
Next group:
Starting Thursday October 13th for Age 12- 14 (8 weeks – 5:00 - 6:30)
This group will be offered virtually via the Zoom with some in-person options
Limited spaces
To make a referral call Contact HN at 519.587.2441 or 1.800.265.8087 x350
About AFFIRM
AFFIRM is a CBT psychoeducational group tailored to better support 2SLGBTQIA+ participants. AFFIRM is based on the principles of affirming
sexual and gender diversity, recognizing 2SLGBTQIA+ specific sources of stress, and providing affirming and trauma-informed service delivery.
The Affirm program is an evidence-based approach developed by Shelley Craig and Ashley Austin at the University of Toronto.
Reference:
Craig, S. L. & Austin, A. (2019). Affirmative Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning
and Queer+ (LGBTQ+) Populations: Intervention Manual. University of Toronto.
The Surf Club:
A Virtual MINDFULNESS Club for Teenagers
Learn skills to surf the waves of stress!
Being a teenager can be stressful with many ups and downs. Whether dealing with school, friendships, or dating, the teen years are challenging. But, did you know that using mindfulness skills can really boost your enjoyment of the good times and provide you with a way to handle the difficult times?
In the Surf Club you will learn and practice key mindfulness skills that can help you ride out the waves of stress, soak up the good stuff in life, and allow you to tap into your own abilities; perhaps ones you didn’t even know you had!
Mindfulness is paying attention to what you’re thinking, feeling, and experiencing. It doesn’t have to take a lot of time. There are a lot of ways you can do it, and a lot of ways it can be helpful for your mind, body, and relationships. Mindfulness teaches us how to be present, aware,
compassionate, and non-judgmental. These values aren’t tied to a specific belief system, and can be helpful for people with various beliefs.
Date: October 18, 25, November 1, 8, 2022
6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Eligibility: Ages 14 –17 years old at time of referral
Space is limited
The Club meets virtually via the Zoom platform.
Cost: FREE to youth in Haldimand, Norfolk, and Neighbouring Communities
To register call: Contact H-N 1-519-587-2441 ext. 350 or 1-800-265-8087 ext. 350
Child & Youth Mental Fitness Series
Expression Sessions!
The Mental Fitness Series teaches youth specific skills to maintain and grow their mental health through fun and engaging activities.
Session: Self Control- My Emotions
This virtual expression sessions is designed around fun and interactive activities for youth with (or without) a diagnosis of ADHD to teach ‘focus’ and ‘emotional control’.
Date: Wednesday July 20th, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Eligibility: Ages 7 - 11
Space is limited
This expression session is offered virtually via the Zoom Platform, an activity box will be provided with all materials
Cost: Free to youth in Haldimand & Norfolk and Neighbouring Communities
To register call: Contact H-N 1-519-587-2441 ext. 350 or 1-800-265-8087 ext. 350
Child & Youth Mental Fitness Series
Expression Sessions!
The Mental Fitness Series teaches youth specific skills to maintain and grow their mental health through fun and engaging activities.
Session: Self Control- My Actions
This virtual expression sessions is designed around fun and interactive activities for youth with (or without) a diagnosis of ADHD and teaches youth strategies for controlling their actions.
Date: Wednesday August 17th, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Eligibility: Ages 7 - 11
Space is limited
This expression session is offered virtually via the Zoom Platform, an activity box will be provided with all materials
Cost: Free to youth in Haldimand & Norfolk and Neighbouring Communities
To register call: Contact H-N 1-519-587-2441 ext. 350 or 1-800-265-8087 ext. 350
**Referrals open NOVEMBER 2022**
Temper Tamer Group (age 7 to 11)
“Temper Tamers” is a virtual group for children between the ages of 7 and 11 and their caregivers which assists with concerns about anger, aggression and hostility in the family.
• Is TEMPER ruining your family fun?
• Is TEMPER causing you, your child or others problems?
• Do you and your child want to be “in charge” of TEMPER instead of TEMPER being “in charge” of you?
If you answered YES to these questions, you may be interested in signing up for the 8 week Virtual Temper Taming Group.
Space is limited!
All families receive an activity box with fun weekly projects.
Dates:
Starting: January 12 to March 2, 2022
Wednesdays: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
The Caregiver Workshop on January 12th, 2022 is for Parents & Caregivers only from 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. and is required to enroll in the group.
Eligibility:
Parents/caregivers of children living in Haldimand and Norfolk.
This workshop is offered virtually via the Zoom platform. Wifi and a free Zoom account is required.
Cost: Free
To register call:
Contact HN 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 x350
Once registered a group lead will contact you to discuss the group and answer any questions you
might have.
Groups & Workshops for Parents and Caregivers
**NEW DATES**
Caregivers in Haldimand, Norfolk and neighbouring communities please join us to explore the skills of Emotion Coaching (from Emotion Focus Family Therapy) to help:
• Support your child’s emotion regulation
• Improve your relationship with your child
• Set up appropriate limits at any age
Dates:
October 21st, 28th and Nov. 4th 2022,
Fridays: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Space is limited
This workshop is offered virtually via the Zoom platform
Eligibility
Parents/caregivers of children living in Haldimand and Norfolk
Cost: Free
To register call:
Contact HN 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 x350
Positive Discipline In Everyday Parenting (In-Person Group)
Thursdays October 6 -November 24, 2022
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Location:110 Ramsey Drive, Dunnville
Want to raise your child, not your voice? Our problem solving model promotes healthy child development and strong parent-child relationships for parents/caregivers with children up to the age of 6.
For more information visit www.positivedisciplineeveryday.com
To register call Barb at 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 Ext. 405
Positive Discipline In Everyday Parenting (In-Person Group)
Wednesdays October 5- November 23 6:00 - 7:30pm
Location: 12 Colborne Street North, Simcoe
Want to raise your child, not your voice? Our problem solving model promotes healthy child development and strong parent-child relationships for parents/caregivers with children up to the age of 6.
For more information visit www.positivedisciplineeveryday.com
To register call Barb at 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 Ext. 405
Positive Discipline In Everyday Parenting (In-Person Group)
Wednesdays October 5 - November 23, 2022 10:00 – 11:30 am
Where: 70 Parkview Road, Hagersville
This group is offered in partnership with Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation
Want to raise your child, not your voice? Our problem solving model promotes healthy child development and strong parent-child relationships for parents/caregivers with children up to the age of 6.
For more information visit www.positivedisciplineeveryday.com
To register call Barb at 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 Ext. 405
Moms get together weekly to talk about things that matter to them including relationships, parenting, and
friendships. This group is currently being offered in a virtual format.
Date:
Wednesdays 1:00-3:00 pm from September until June.
Eligibility
Parents/caregivers of children ages 0 to 6
Cost: Free
To register for a Parenting Group
Call the Parenting Program Facilitator at 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 Ext 405
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Caregiver Support Group
The objectives of the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Caregiver Support Group are to:
- Establish a safe environment to discuss experiences of living with an individual with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
- Reduce isolation by facilitating caregiver connections
- Assist each other in becoming advocates
- Develop skills that assist in understanding and managing the needs of an individual with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
- Provide a forum for resources and discussion
Cost
Free
Eligibility
Anyone supporting a person living with an FASD is welcome
To make a referral
Call 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 Ext 274
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