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The Family Life Centre presents interactive info sessions and skill-building workshops on issues affecting individuals and families at all stages of life. Free 45 minute info sessions on Zoom. Watch for dates and times. All are welcome. To obtain the Zoom access code, register at signupschedule.com/familylifecentre Everyone is welcome. Invite your friends. |
Coming up in 2023:
Demystifying Depression and Anxiety
How can you help a family member or friend?
Demystifying the Challenges Facing Young Adults
What to say -- and what not to!
Demystifying Counselling
If a friend of family member expresses nervousness about seeking an appointment with a psychologist or psychotherapist, how can you help destigmatize it? What could you tell them about: what to expect, how to prepare, etc.?
Demystifying Depression and Anxiety
How can you help a family member or friend?
Demystifying the Challenges Facing Young Adults
What to say -- and what not to!
Demystifying Counselling
If a friend of family member expresses nervousness about seeking an appointment with a psychologist or psychotherapist, how can you help destigmatize it? What could you tell them about: what to expect, how to prepare, etc.?
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PAST INFO SESSIONS AND WORKSHOPS
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January 25, 2022
Demystifying Palliative Care
As a caring compassionate friend, how could you best support a dying person and their family? Practical advice on what to say (and what not to), what you could offer to do, how you could 'be there' in person or not.
Tuesday, November 9, 2021 1:30-2:30 PM
Demystifying Transgender Identity
An info session on Zoom for curious, compassionate people.
Gain a better understanding of:
What not to say
What’s helpful (and what’s not)
What to do if you use the wrong name or pronouns
How to talk about the past and the future
and much more.
Ask questions in a safe, supportive, confidential space.
Presented by David Hawkins, Executive Director of the West Island LGBTQ2+ Centre
on behalf of The Family Life Centre
FREE OF CHARGE
Thanks to funding by the United Church of Canada Erskine & American Mountainside Trust and
he Pointe-Claire Old Timers Hockey Club
Jan 27, 2021 Rehoming Your Treasures – how to sell or give away things you’ve decluttered.
Feb 10, 2021 Alzheimer Overview – signs and symptoms, effective communication, and how to be supportive if a friend tells you a family member has been diagnosed.
Veuillez noter que nos conférences et ateliers sont offerts en anglais
Women Aging with Style, Attitude and Soul
Thursdays, March 12, 19, and 26, 2020
Suspended due to the pandemic
Thursdays, March 12, 19, and 26, 2020
Suspended due to the pandemic
Past Events
Family Life Centre Pastoral Care Team Training Seminar
2018
A refresher for pastoral care visitors, clergy, and anyone working in caring professions.
Training for anyone who might want to be considered for a pastoral care team for their congregation.
This seminar will also be of interest to everyone who wishes to learn more about listening with the heart,
honouring silence during conversations on difficult topics, and extending a compassionate hand.
The training will include expert presentations, role-play (for those who feel comfortable), sharing of best practices on practical help and small group discussions on connecting in meaningful ways in this fast-paced, largely technology-based world.
All are welcome.
$24 per person, includes materials, refreshments and lunch.
Past activities
Family Life Centre 30th Anniversary Tea was held in April 2016
Gift certificates were donated by Victor Rose Espresso Bar, Piorra Maison, and
Bistro Pointe-Claire
Past Presentations
"Livin' The Moment" Mindfulness Series
Thursdays in late February and early to mid-March 2016 and March/April 2017
Led by Terri Coyle
This series was fully booked a month in advance.
October 2015
“Demystifying Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias”
Presented by Pilar Miguez for Alzheimer's Society of Montreal
“Demystifying the Autism Spectrum”
Presented by Anna-Maria Maccone, The Butterfly Education Centre, for Autism Speaks Canada
“Demystifying Depression"
Presented by Partners for Life and Fondation des maladies mentales
Increase your knowledge and understanding and learn how to better support
friends and family facing these challenges.
Past workshops
Simplify and Streamline / Stratégies de simplification
February 2015
Control clutter and reduce stress!
Controller le fouillis et réduisez le stress!
A workshop full of tips Un atelier plein de conseils
Declutter Downsize Donate, dispose of or sell your stuff
Become more organized Find time and feel more serene
Désencombrez Micromisez Donnez, jetez ou vendez vos biens
Devenez plus organisés Trouvez du temps et devenez plus serein
Presented by / presenté en anglais par Elizabeth Chown Lafrenière
on behalf of The Family Life Centre. Offert par le Centre de la vie familiale.
Suggested donation $5 Don suggéré 5$
This workshop was fully booked.
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The Happiness Seminars Les séminaires du bonheur
March 2015 A reflective, interactive 4-week series. Une série de réflexion et d’intéraction de 4 semaines. Learn how to increase your level of happiness. Apprennez comment augmenter votre niveau de bonheur. Presented by / presenté en anglais par Terri Coyle on behalf of The Family Life Centre. Offert par le Centre de la vie familiale. At / à l’église unie Cedar Park United Church 204 Lakeview, Pointe-Claire This series was gfully booked. |
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Links to Community Resources
West Island Community Resource Centre https://crcinfo.ca/resources/
Grief programmes through the Teresa Dellar Palliative Care Residence residencesoinspalliatifs.com/en/bereavement//
West Island Community Resource Centre https://crcinfo.ca/resources/
Grief programmes through the Teresa Dellar Palliative Care Residence residencesoinspalliatifs.com/en/bereavement//
In case of emergency, call 911 or the West Island Crisis Centre 514 684-6160
En cas d'urgence, appelez 911 ou le Centre de crise de l'ouest de l'ile au 514 684-6160