“Offering hope, help and healing for those struggling with eating disorders and for their family and friends.” Spring 2015 Programs Support Groups Peer Support Group th Saturdays; 1:00pm-2:30pm; May 9 – June 27th Ages 17+ This group is an informal network of individuals who share common struggles with food, weight and body image. The group helps to break the isolation that is so common to those who struggle with eating disorders as well as provide participants with an opportunity to share their feelings, thoughts, and emotions in a nonjudgemental environment. Facilitated by Hopewell volunteers. Fee: $30 Over-30 Support Group Next group to be held Fall 2015 Ages 30 and up The Over-30 Support Group will allow individuals 30 years of age and older to come together and help each other make lifestyle changes that lead to recovery. This Support Group will provide participants with an opportunity to share their experiences, acquire positive coping skills, and gain supportive advice. Facilitated by Chantal Sigouin R.D. Fee: $125 Family & Friends Support Group Tuesdays; 7:00pm-8:30pm; May 5th- June 16th (May 12th will be a 3 hour Mindfulness session, co-facilitated by Dr. Kimberly Sogge) Ages 17 and up. The Family & Friends Support Group is for parents, partners and siblings who are caring for an individual struggling with an eating disorder. The group's objective is to provide an opportunity for families to feel less isolated, to have a better understanding of what it's like to live with an eating disorder, to improve their coping strategies, and to feel supported by sharing their feelings and experiences in a non-judgemental environment. Facilitated by Kathryn Palmer MEd Fee: $100 per individual, $150 per couple, and $50 for each additional family member Stay tuned for more information about: Summer Support Program *Summer 2015 Series of info sessions and workshops potentially to include Yoga, Community Kitchen, facilitated discussion on Normal Eating, etc. to be offered through July and August. Beyond Recovery Support Group *Fall 2015 A group for individuals age 17+ who have been fully recovered for 3 or more years, but who would still find it helpful to connect with their peers. Groups may be held at various locations, please contact us about the location of a specific group. Must register in advance through self-referral, please contact Hopewell by email or phone. We ask that you consider making a donation for tax receipt on top of payment of the fee, to enable us to support those individuals who are not able to afford these services. Thank you. Mentoring Information & Support Bridging the Gap Mentoring Program The purpose of this mentoring program is to help support individuals who are transitioning from eating disorder therapy/treatment back into their daily lives. The program involves matching people one-on-one with a mentor who has been recovered for 3 or more years; the mentor and mentee getting together every second week, over a six-month period. Contact our office at 613.241.3428 [email protected] *Hope Talk Mentoring Program We are currently in the process of expanding our mentoring programs to include such things as mentoring opportunities via phone and email, as well as providing mentors to family and friends. Please stay tuned to this spot, and our website for future information about this. Stay informed through our monthly enewsletter. It’s easy and free! To sign up, visit our web site: www.hopewell.ca @HopewellOttawa HopewellOttawa These programs are Eating ongoingDisorder and thereSupport is no costCentre ● 404 McArthur Avenue, Ottawa ON K1K 1G8 Hopewell
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