PROGRAMMING FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN & TEENS
A 2-day course for men and women. Offered 4 times per year.
New Hope can help revitalize relationships, build positive connections, and enhance communication through support, counseling, and skill building in a safe and confidential setting.
Topics covered are, but not limited to: managing anger and other uncomfortable emotions; communicating effectively; recognizing abusive behaviour in relationships; making positive changes in relationships; the effects of an unhealthy relationship on children; strategies to reduce stress.
Next Session: December 5 & 6, 2024
Pre-registration is required.
To register or for more information on the session dates, please call 780-778-6300.
For youth ages 13-17.
Topics include, but are not limited to:
Snacks and lunch provided. Transportation available for those who require it.
Next Session: January 31 & February 1, 2025
Pre-registration is required.
To register or for more information, please call 780-778-6300.
This program is designed to help children identify feelings and express them in a non-violent way, give children coping skills for dealing with family violence or anger issues, guide children to developing a safety plan, and build self-esteem in our youth.
Different topics will be discussed each week. Number of weeks to be determined.
Programs offered based on age (8–17 -years old; program length changes during summer months). Transportation can be provided.
Next Session: October 16 - November 20 (6 weeks)
Ages 8-12
Wednesdays, 3:45-5:15pm at the Allan & Jean Millar Centre
Pre-registration is required.
To register or for more information, please call 780-778-6300.
RESOURCES FOR YOU
Alberta’s version of Clare’s Law is named after a young woman killed by an ex-boyfriend with a history of violence against women.
People at risk can find out if their partner has a history of:
IF YOU DECIDE TO LEAVE
Ending an abusive relationship may be dangerous whether you live with the person or not. You can create a safety plan that prepares you to end or leave.
IF YOU DECIDE TO STAY
If you choose to continue the relationship with an abusive partner, there are suggestions to stay safe.
Romantic relationships, in all of their complexity, are a fundamental component of our lives.
What makes a good relationship? Holly Parker, a clinical psychologist and instructor of the Harvard Extension School course The Psychology of Close Relationships, offers her advice on how to have healthy and loving romantic relationships.
What makes a healthy family? Gary Gilles is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in private practice for over 20 years and offers his advice on how to have a healthy family dynamic.
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