Free Support Groups

The Women’s Centre’s support groups provide women with essential psychological and emotional support to overcome challenges, address problems, and foster personal growth. Participants have the opportunity to share their experiences, offer mutual support, and access valuable information and advice.

The groups are free of charge, but donations are welcomed.

For information and to register click on the selected support group:

Dealing with Separation and Divorce

Goals:

  • Provide Hope and Healing: Offer emotional support to women going through separation or divorce.
  • Explore Realities and Stages: Help participants understand the various stages of the separation and divorce process.
  • Guidance and Support: Offer guidance to help women navigate challenges and build a positive future.
  • Address Practical Matters: Provide information on practical aspects of divorce, such as legal and financial considerations though the main focus remains on emotional healing.
  • Facilitate Decision-Making: Support participants in making crucial decisions related to their situation.
  • Stronger Support Network: Foster connections among participants, creating a supportive community.

Healing Together Perinatal Loss Support Group

Goals:

  • Connect with Others: Build a supportive community of women who understand each other’s experiences.
  • Empower Expression: Encourage women to feel comfortable expressing their emotions and sharing their stories.
  • Receive Support: Provide and receive support to help work through grief and loss.
  • Find Hope: Offer hope and encouragement, helping participants to see a path forward.
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Infertility Support Group

Goals:

  • Provide Support: Offer a safe space for individuals to share their fertility journeys and seek emotional support.
  • Encourage Sharing: Facilitate the exchange of experiences and information among members.
  • Empower Through Knowledge: Provide reliable information and answer questions about infertility.
  • Reduce Isolation: Help members feel understood and less isolated in their experiences.
  • Foster Community: Build a supportive community that encourages emotional well-being and mutual support.

New Baby Conversation and Support Group

Goals:

  • Normalize Struggles: Help mothers understand that their challenges are common and normal.
  • Support Through Challenges: Provide emotional and practical support for overcoming difficulties.
  • Celebrate Successes: Recognize and celebrate small victories in motherhood.
  • Build Connections: Foster relationships among mothers who have similar experiences and understand each other’s journeys.
  • Gain Insight and Resources: Offer information about available community resources and support services.
  • Focus on Well-Being: Encourage mothers to prioritize their own physical and emotional health.
  • Safe Space: Create a welcoming and safe space for mothers during the early months with their new baby.