Our Together Through Loss rural group ambassador program is ideal for individuals in rural communities who share a passion for making a difference in the lives of those navigating the journey of grief and loss. Our unique social connections groups create a space free of judgment where support is the priority. If you are located in any of these areas, we invite you to join our local, in-person support groups below!
Morrin, AB
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Moneka is a Masters of Counselling psychology student at Yorkville University currently engaged in her practicum component. Upon graduation she intends to register as a Certified Canadian Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association as well as become Registered with the College of Alberta Psychologists. Moneka has been a teacher for 15 years and has primarily worked with students with complex needs and youth at risk. Moneka currently teaches junior high and high school social studies and is the Inclusive Education coordinator for her rural school just east of Calgary.
Moneka’s journey to support others began from personal tragedy and birth trauma, embarking on these journeys Moneka realized the need for support and the loneliness, and stigma associated. As such, Moneka has a desire to walk with others as they share their own stories and support them through challenging times.
When: Monthly on Mondays – January 15th, February 12th, March 11th, April 15th, May 13th, June 10th, 2024.Time: 7-8pm MST
Where: In person at Morrin School, 102 2 Ave S, Morrin, AB T0J 2B0
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Want to become a Rural Ambassador?
The Together Through Loss: Rural Ambassador Program is ideal for individuals in rural communities who have a desire to make a difference in the lives of those navigating infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, Termination for Medical Reasons (TFMR), and neonatal loss. Our Together Through Loss Ambassadors play an important role in offering peer connection to those experiencing loss in rural areas. In this volunteer role, you will be helping to implement, coordinate and lead a monthly informal social connections group in your local community.
FAQ
Our Rural Ambassador groups differ from our support groups in that they are informal peer gatherings focused on bringing the community together through their individual experiences of loss. The foundation of these groups is connection and a sense of belonging. Rural Ambassador groups are unique and offer a space to build relationships within your local area.
In order for our Ambassadors to plan effectively we do ask that you register to attend a group in your local area. You can register up to 24 hours before your group starts and attend as many groups as you would like. You will receive a confirmation email upon booking and a welcome email with location details.
As with all of our services at PILSC, we believe in the importance of removing barriers to accessing services. Thanks to funding, all of our groups are offered at no cost to participants. For those who have the means and ability to donate toward the centre and our groups programming, we graciously accept donations: https://pilsc.org/donate-to-pilsc
Yes, at PILSC we believe grief is a life-long journey and our community addresses the life-long impacts of loss and at every stage of the parenting journey (initial grief, trying to conceive, pregnant again and parenting after loss).
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