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bereavment & loss

The Rainbows Programme

Rainbows is a group programme which supports children who have suffered a significant loss through death, separation, or any painful transition. It is available for children and young people from seven years to eighteen years of age.

The Rainbows Programme recommences on:
Wednesday Jan 13th 2010 and will continue thereafter for the following Wednesday nights, Jan. 20th & 27th and Feb. 3rd, & 10th.

Time: 7.00 p.m - 8.00 p.m.

Cost: Free of Charge

Led by: Trained Rainbows Facilitators.

A new Rainbows programme will commence in Autumn 2010. Details will be available on our website, www.thefamilycentre.com when it is organized.


Suicide Awareness Training

This course is aimed primarily at ordinary members of the community rather than people from the caring professions. The course aims to increase awareness on the issue of suicide, challenge myths and offers the participant an opportunity to be more aware of warning signs, trigger points and prevention strategies. Participants who complete the training will have the opportunity to access a two day ASIST Suicide Prevention Training course at a future date if they wish. Places are limited, therefore booking early is essential.

Date: Saturday 20th March
Time: 10am-4pm

Facilitators: Bernie Conway: Counsellor & Márie Ní Dhomnaill; Counsellor: The Family Centre

Contact: Máire Ní Dhomhnaill 094 9025900

Cost: €30 book course

This training is part funded by ESB Electric Aid.


Invitation
Suicide Awareness Training

If you would like to have a one day training course on Suicide Awareness for your group or Community, or you want a two and a half hour presentation on the same subject which would be available in the evenings, then you are invited to contact Márie Ní Dhomnaill, Counsellor, at the Family Centre. Tel. 094 90 25900...........

Monthly Separated Persons Support Group

Separation in close intimate relationships is a painful reality for many people. Coping with this new reality can be extremely difficult on both children and adults. The Family Centre offers specific individual services for those who are separated particularly to ensure children are kept central to everybody's concern. In addition to our individual services we are now hoping to provide a Separated Persons support group facilitated by those who are themselves separated and trained in group facilitation. The group will operate under the auspices of our Family Life after Separation project. If there is sufficient interest in the establishment of this group we hope to have a monthly support group meet routinely in the future. If you are interested in participating in this support group please contact the Family Centre for further information.

Coping with Bereavement

This workshop, by the renowned speaker, broadcaster and author Christy Kenneally, is intended to help those who are coping with bereavement as well as helping those who support the bereaved in the community and in settings such as schools.

Date: Thursday 8th October 2009

Time: 8.00 p.m. - 10.00 p.m.

Venue: Mayo Education Centre, Westport Road, Castlebar.

Presenter: Christy Kenneally.

Cost: €20 book course

This programme is being provided in association with the Mayo Education Centre

Bereavement Support Group

The Family Centre provides a Bereavement Support Service to individuals on an ongoing basis. In addition we are now establishing a Bereavement support group that will meet on a monthly basis and be facilitated by our bereavement support workers. If you would like to participate in this group please contact the Family Centre for details.

Suicide Bereavement Support Group

The Family Centre will offer a 5 week support group for individuals who are affected by death through suicide. The group aims to be a safe, non-judgmental and confidential place where people who have been bereaved through suicide can work towards healing and growth.

Dates: Thursdays. Feb. 11th, 18th, 25th and March 4th & 11th.

Time: 8.00 p.m. - 10.00 p.m.

Contact Máire Ní Dhomhnaill at the Centre prior to booking.

Cost: donation book course

Part funded by ESB Electric Aid


Monthly Suicide Bereavement Support Group

For those who have previously attended our weekly Suicide Bereavement Support Groups over the years the Family Centre will offer a follow up monthly support group for individuals who are affected by death through suicide. Support group meetings will typically occur on the last Thursday of each month apart from holiday times. The group will provide a safe and confidential place to help you on your journey of grief and loss.
Dates: Thursdays. March 25th, April 29th, May 27th. Further dates will be available through contacting the Family Centre or through the Family Centre website www.thefamilycentre.com

Time; 8.00 p.m. - 10.00 p.m.

Cost: Donation

Contact Máire Ní Dhomhnaill, Counsellor, at the Centre prior to booking.

This programme is part funded by ESB Electric Aid