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SUMMARY:Living with Grief: Adjusting to Life After Loss (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:A one-time\, interactive workshop covering the basics of grief and mourning\, and ways to cope for those who are bereaved following the death of a loved one. This workshop encourages sharing from participants while learning about different ideas around grief and mourning. \nHave you recently lost someone important to you? Are you surprised by your grief and wondering what is normal and how best to cope? This workshop\, developed by the grief counsellors at Victoria Hospice\, will help you understand your grief. \nJoin us as we: \n\nShare and support one another in your grieving experiences\nExplore the many ways that grief can impact our lives\nExplain how grieving naturally works to help us live with our losses\nIdentify ways to support healthy adjustment to loss\nExplore your continued connection to the person who has died\n\nThis workshop will take place at our Community Support Centre at 102-4450 Chatterton Way. As this is an Island Health facility\, attendees will be asked to wear masks for the duration of the workshop to prevent spread of illnesses. Please try to bring your own mask\, but we have some on hand if needed. Please do not attend if you have signs of illness/infection. We appreciate your attention to this matter. \nThe workshop is free. Please register on Eventbrite. \nIf you have further questions\, please call Bereavement Services at 250-519-3040 or email Hospice.Bereavement@viha.ca
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/living-with-grief-adjusting-to-life-after-loss-in-person/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Workshop
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SUMMARY:Exploring Grief though Creativity: Celebrate a Life theme
DESCRIPTION:This Exploring Grief through Creativity workshop offer by Bereavement Services is open to anyone who is grieving and may be inspired by art and creativity. No art experience is required\, just a willingness to try something creative. \nFacilitated by a Victoria Hospice Bereavement Counsellor with Expressive Arts training\, the workshop includes mixed media art techniques\, creative exploration\, guided visualization\, personal reflection\, and optional group sharing. It provides a supportive\, creative way for people in bereavement to explore their experiences of grief through various art media. \nThe workshop fee is $20 and includes all materials. No one will be turned away for lack of funds; bursaries are available. \nThis workshop takes place in-person\, with COVID-19 protocols in place\, at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre located at 102-4450 Chatterton Way. \nPlease register no later than one week before the workshop date by contacting Bereavement Services at Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca or 250-519-3040.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/exploring-grief-though-creativity-celebrate-a-life-2/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Workshop
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SUMMARY:Exploring Grief through Creativity Workshop: Self Care Theme
DESCRIPTION:A new workshop from Victoria Hospice Bereavement Services provides a supportive\, creative way for people in bereavement to explore their experiences of grief through various art media. \n\n\n\n\n\nExploring Grief through Creativity workshops are open to anyone who is grieving and may be inspired by art and creativity. No art experience is required\, just a willingness to try something creative. \n\n\n\nFacilitated by a Victoria Hospice Bereavement Counsellor with Expressive Arts training\, the workshops include mixed media art techniques\, creative exploration\, guided visualization\, personal reflection\, and optional group sharing. \n\n\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, February 22\, 2023\, 9:30 am – 12:30pm \n\n\n\nWhere: In-person\, with COVID-19 protocols in place\, at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre located at 102-4450 Chatterton Way. \n\n\n\nCost: The workshop fee of $20 and includes all materials. No one will be turned away for lack of funds; bursaries are available. \n\n\n\nRegistration: Please register no later than one week before the workshop date by contacting Bereavement Services at Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca or 250-519-3040.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/exploring-grief-through-creativity-workshop-self-care-theme-4/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Workshop
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SUMMARY:Walking Through Grief Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Walking Through Grief Support Group is an eight-week\, registered walking support group\, open to all adults in the Greater Victoria community who are bereaved after the death of someone important in their life. \nWhile going for a walk at a relaxed pace in the area near the Chatterton Way Community Support Centre\, with the facilitation of a Victoria Hospice bereavement counsellor and bereavement volunteer\, this support group offers a way to explore your grief through the movement of walking\, through being outdoors in nature\, and through being with other grievers in this supported group experience. \nWhen: Running from Feb. 11 to April 1\, these sessions will take place on Saturday mornings starting at 10:30am and will be approximately 1.5 hours (end time may vary). The first session will be longer than the subsequent sessions (until 12:30pm). \nWhere: Walks will begin at the Community Support Centre at 102-4450 Chatterton Way. \nWho: Limited number of registered participants (adults) who are bereaved following the loss of someone important in their life. Participants will be required to sign a self-declaration form stating they are capable of walking for an hour and have checked in with their doctor if needed. \nSessions: Each session will open and close with participants gathering in a circle. In between\, participants will head out on an approximately hour-long walk. \nRegister: Please contact us at Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca or call 250-519-3040 to be added to the waitlist to register for this support group. \nCost: There is a group fee of $70\, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds; bursaries to cover this cost\, in part or in full\, are available. \n*** A pre-group intake conversation with a counsellor may be required to discuss your needs\, answer any questions you may have\, and determine whether the group is a good fit for you at this time.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/walking-through-grief-support-group/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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SUMMARY:Exploring Grief through Creativity Workshop: Celebrate a Life Theme
DESCRIPTION:Exploring Grief through Creativity workshops provide a supportive\, creative way for people in bereavement to explore their experiences of grief through various art media. They are open to anyone who is grieving and may be inspired by art and creativity. No art experience is required\, just a willingness to try something creative. Facilitated by a Victoria Hospice Bereavement Counsellor with Expressive Arts training. \n\n\n\nWhen: Monday\, January 30\, 2023\, 3:30 – 6:30 pm \n\n\n\nWhere: In-person\, with COVID-19 protocols in place\, at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre located at 102-4450 Chatterton Way. \n\n\n\nCost: The workshop fee of $20 and includes all materials. No one will be turned away for lack of funds; bursaries are available. \n\n\n\nRegistration: Please register no later than one week before the workshop date by contacting Bereavement Services at Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca or 250-519-3040.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/exploring-grief-through-creativity-workshop-celebrate-a-life-theme-5/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Workshop
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SUMMARY:Yoga for Grief
DESCRIPTION:Yoga for Grief is a two-hour yoga workshop\, followed by a 30-minute tea and refreshment break\, facilitated by Victoria Hospice volunteer Colleen Tiltman\, a certified yoga teacher. \nThe yoga workshop is designed for bereaved people to help support their grief journey. Participants will be introduced to a variety of yoga practices\, including gentle movement and postures\, breathing techniques\, and a restorative guided relaxation. The workshop is experiential\, focussing on the movements of yoga and breath work to aid in relaxation during grief. Following the yoga portion of this workshop there will be a short refreshment break\, to provide participants with an opportunity to get to know each other and the facilitator. \nNo previous yoga experience is required to participate. Modifications and adaptations will be provided as needed. \nPlease bring: \n\na yoga mat\n2 blankets\na small cushion to support your head\nan eye pillow/eye covering\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, January 25\, Yoga practice 9:30 – 11:30 am\, followed by refreshments 11:30-12:00 \nWhere: In-person\, with COVID-19 protocols in place\, at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre located at 102-4450 Chatterton Way. \nCost: The workshop fee of $20. No one will be turned away for lack of funds; bursaries are available. \nRegistration: Space is limited. Please register no later than one week before the workshop date by contacting Bereavement Services at Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca or 250-519-3040.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/yoga-for-grief-4/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Workshop
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SUMMARY:Yoga for Grief
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION IS NOW FULL \n\n\n\nYoga for Grief is a 2-hour workshop facilitated by Victoria Hospice volunteer Colleen Tiltman\, a certified yoga teacher\, with the support of one of our bereavement counsellors. \n\n\n\nThe workshop is designed for bereaved people to help support their grief journey. Participants will be introduced to a variety of yoga practices\, including gentle movement and postures\, breathing techniques\, and a restorative guided relaxation. \n\n\n\nNo previous yoga experience is required to participate. Modifications and adaptations will be provided as needed. \n\n\n\nPlease bring: \n\n\n\n\na yoga mat\n2 blankets\na small cushion to support your head\nan eye pillow/eye covering\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, Dec. 7\, 9:30 – 11:30 amWhere: In-person\, with COVID-19 protocols in place\, at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre located at 102-4450 Chatterton Way.Cost: The workshop fee of $20. No one will be turned away for lack of funds; bursaries are available. \n\n\n\nRegistration: Space is limited. Please register no later than one week before the workshop date by contacting Bereavement Services at Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca or 250-519-3040.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/yoga-for-grief-3/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Workshop
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