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If you or a loved one are affected by a work-related tragedy, FamiliesConnect Online Workshops offer a chance to learn healthy coping skills, alongside others who’ve been through a similar experience.
Each workshop session is led by a grief counsellor, Threads of Life staff member or skilled volunteer. There will be practical tips and information specifically tailored for those dealing with a life-altering workplace injury, occupational disease, or workplace fatality. Participants are free to share as much or as little of their own experience as they feel comfortable doing.
Workshops are offered at no charge, thanks to the support of Threads of Life’s partners and funders.
Registration is first-come, first-served. Seats at each workshop are limited, so if you register and find you cannot attend, please notify us.
If you have questions or need assistance, please call 1-888-567-9490 or email [email protected].
Upcoming workshop sessions you don’t want to miss…
An Introduction to Threads of Life - December 2
December 2, 2023 2pm Atlantic, 1pm Eastern, 12 noon Central, 11am Mountain, 10am Pacific (convert for my time zone)
Please join us for a free online introduction to learn more about how we help families cope. We know there are many challenges involved in healing or living with the outcome of a workplace tragedy. We will provide an overview of our programs and services, which are available at no cost to anyone seeking support.
Who am I now? Taking the Next Step with Rebecca - December 13 *Updated date*
December 13, 2023 6-8 p.m. EST (convert for my time zone)
A question that is often asked: who am I? What is the next step in the midst of grief and loss. In this workshop we will talk and share about who am I? We’ll think about how we can take the next step, all the while holding space for our grief, whether that grief is related to an injury, an illness or a death. This is a topic that I am passionate about and so looking forward to sharing my own journey through this very question.
Rebecca Orr lives in Olds, Alberta with her mom and her daughter and loves her work at a pre-school. In 2009, a workplace tragedy profoundly affected Rebecca and her family’s lives. The ripple effects of that tragedy continue to this day. Rebecca has since become a family member of Threads of Life, and joined the speakers bureau to share her story and help others.
An Introduction to Threads of Life - January 9
January 9, 2024 8pm Atlantic, 7pm Eastern, 6pm Central, 5pm Mountain, 4pm Pacific (convert for my time zone)
Please join us for a free online introduction to learn more about how we help families cope. We know there are many challenges involved in healing or living with the outcome of a workplace tragedy. We will provide an overview of our programs and services, which are available at no cost to anyone seeking support.
Write Me A River with Heidi Hunter - January 24
January 24, 2024 6-8 p.m. EST (convert for my time zone)
This workshop invites you to discover self-expression through creative journalling. Heidi will offer open-ended prompts with a playful structure to allow your voice to flow onto the page. This is a non-linear approach to journalling, often allowing nuggets of personal strength and wisdom to surface. A great way to outsmart your inner critic and a foolproof method to unlock a creative block.
Heidi Hunter is an artist, writer, and creative flow practitioner. She has a passion for empowering individuals to feel balanced, healthy, and creative in their lives. Heidi brings her signature approach to accessing personal creativity through curiosity. She works and plays out of her Runs with Scissors Studio, in rural Manitoba.
Zentangle Art Session with Barb - February 21
February 21, 2024 6-8 p.m. EST (convert for my time zone)
A beginning guide to the Art of Zentangle. A way of drawing that is so simple, yet creates intricate patterns. You’ll learn how to draw some of the standard Tangles and a few new ones!
Barb Murray is a Multi-media Artist, working in glass, watercolour and ink. She discovered Zentangle almost 10 years ago, while taking a drawing class. After finding this practice, she devoted hours to learning and hopes one day to take the formal training offered in the USA. Let’s get drawing and have some FUN !!!
