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Talking in Circles
You are invited to participate in Talking
In Circles
A five part workshop series sponsored by Family Service Association of Toronto
- OPTIONS
In Talking in Circles you will participate with other family members in learning about Support Circles.
Support circles are groups of people who create better ways for individuals with disabilities to fully participate in community. Support Circles are powerfully effective! At Talking In Circles you will learn how Circles work and what they can achieve. You will connect to a group of people who can offer you ongoing support and creative ideas.
*Session One – Fundamentals of Circle Building I
Monday, October 30, 6:30pm- 9:30 pm
Some support circles are groups of serious planners, others party their way to inclusion. What makes a Support Circle a "real" circle? This interactive session will cover the fundamentals such as how to support dreaming and story telling, finding people to join the circle, encouraging ongoing invitation…and more.
*Session Two – Fundamentals of Circle Building II
Monday, November 6, 6:30pm- 9:30pm
Being "people oriented" requires skills and activities that seem like impossible challenges to many. This session will open up these skills, making them seem more natural and inviting.
Session Three - Circles and Children
Monday, November 13, 6:30pm- 9:30pm
This workshop will focus on stories and discussion of what creates effective relationship building with children in school and community settings.
Session Four - Circles and Teenagers
Monday, November 20, 6:30pm- 9:30pm
Adolescence brings with it a roller coaster of emotional, physical and social changes. This workshop will focus on how support circles and networks can be designed to meet the different participation needs of teenagers.
Session Five- Circles and
Adults
Monday, November 27, 6:30pm- 9:30pm
Adults who are seen as disabled face many challenges in establishing a secure life of full participation. The last session will focus on circle building around the adult person. Talking In Circles is led by Judith Snow – who has more than 25 years of personal and professional experience with support circles. She is an Options Network Facilitator.
Location: 700 Lawrence Ave. W., Suite
498
Fee: Free to Options clients and FSAT staff.
How to Register: Call Siobhan (Shivon) at 416-971-6326.
** Registrants must attend Sessions 1 and 2 to participate in Sessions 3, 4 or 5.
If you would like to receive service from Options, please call us at 416-971-6326
