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Workshops & Groups
Program details
The Seniors and Caregivers Support Service Unit at Family Service Association of Toronto offers training workshops for seniors' groups, the general public and service providers on a variety of areas.
Workshops cost:
For seniors and the public: Free
For service providers: Fees are based on an hourly rate and will be negotiated to meet individual circumstances.
Read below the list of workshops offered periodically this year. For more information about the types of workshops we are currently running, or to sign up, please call 416-595-9618.
Workshops for seniors:
Workshops for caregivers:
Gaining Strength: Sharing Stories
A Group for Women 50+
- Meet others and know that you are not alone.
- Tell your story in a safe and supportive environment.
- Learn strategies for emotional safety and self care.
- Learn about abuse, vulnerability and difficult relationships.
- Focus on creating healthy relationships with others.
- Make a plan to move on with life.
Through the ages and across generations and cultures, abuse maintains its hold on the lives of many. Sharing our stories, we discover in each other how the cycle works, and cultivate ways to loosen its grip.
When:Tuesday afternoons,
April 1 to May 27
Time: 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Pre-Registration Required.
Please call FSA Toronto’s Service
Access Unit 416-595-9618
Need a Boost
Join our discussion group for women 60+: BOOST.
- Learn to restore your self-confidence and build support in your life.
- Increase your social circle
- Practise communication skills
- Rediscover interests and abilities
- Share your memories
When: Every month, the second and fourth
Monday afternoons
1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Family Service Association
355 Church Street
(two blocks south of Carlton)
Facilitator: Lynne Gallagher
Limited pay parking available
No Fee: Donations Welcome
Pre-registration required.
Please call FSA Toronto’s Service
Access Unit 416-595-9618
Positive Aging
Workshop offered by Family Service Association of Toronto in partnership with Scarborough Bluffs United Church Outreach.
When: Four Workshops to be held in February 2008.
Where: Scarborough Bluffs United
Church, 3739 Kingston Road, (Lounge)
Pre-registration Required. Please call 416-267-8265.
Bring a donation for the Food Bank.
The Normal Aging Process: Wednesday, February 6, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00
p.m.
Community Services: Wednesday, February 13, at 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Healthy Caregiving: Wednesday, February 20, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Humour and Joy in Caregiving: Wednesday, February 27, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Facilitator: Lynne Gallagher M.S.W., R.S.W
Challenge of Anger Workshop
Family Service Association of Toronto’s Violence Against Women Program (Family Violence and Community Support Unit) is offering a Five-Session Education Workshop for all women who are interested in learning more about anger and its impact on family relationships. Sessions will explore the range of anger, styles of expression, as well as look at assertive, non-violent ways of managing it.
When: Wednesday evenings, starting April 2
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Scarborough
Cost: No fee - donations welcome to cover
the cost of materials
For more information and registration please call Service Access Unit at 416 595 9618
Caregiver Education Program
Are you caring for or concerned about an elderly parent, spouse, partner, relative or friend? Register for one or more of these informative workshops.
Topics for Spring/Summer 2007
Preventing Caregiver Burnout
Thur.
Feb.21, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Family Dynamics
Wed.
Mar.19, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Aging and Memory Loss
Thurs.
April 17, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Advocating for Your Relative
Wed.
May 14, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Mothers and Daughters
Tues.
June 24, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Anger and Guilt
Wed.
July 9, 6:00 pm. -
8:00 p.m.
Where: 355 Church St. (2 blocks south of Carlton
St.)
Limited Pay Parking Available 
Facilitator: Lynne Gallagher
Fee: No fee – Donations welcome.
Registration: Pre-registration required. Please
call FSA Toronto’s Service Access Unit: 416- 595-9618
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Caregiver Discussion Group
For those who are caring for or concerned about an elderly parent, spouse, partner, relative or friend. Exchange ideas, offer support, share experiences. Download flyer
When: Mondays
Dates: February 11, March 10, April 14, May 12, June 9,
July 14, August 11, September 8,
October 6, November 10, December 8, 2008
Where: 355 Church St. (2 blocks south of Carlton St.).
Limited paid parking available
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Fee: No fee. Donations welcome!
Facilitator: Lynne Gallagher
Pre-registration required. Please call Service Access Unit: 416-595-9618
For further information and registration, please call Service Access Unit at 416.595.9618
