This group program provides children, teens and their mothers with safe, nurturing
environments in which they can discuss the violence and abuse they have experienced.
Separate groups for the children, teens and their mothers are offered at the same time.
The program supports children to heal from the effects of exposure to woman abuse and
supports mothers to assist their children in this healing process.
Mothers and children (ages 4-16) are welcome.
The 12 week group runs for 2 hours each week. A Family Interview is required, prior to enrollment in the program.
There is NO FEE to participate. Assistance for transportation and childcare is available, if required.
| The Children's Group |
The Mother's Group |
A Safe Place:
- to be with other children who have been exposed to abuse and
to know they are NOT alone and NOT to blame for the abuse.
- that gives children an opportunity to tell their stories,
to be heard and to be believed
- to learn about safety and healthy ways to express anger and
resolve conflict
- to learn, while doing activities, playing games, role-playing,
doing arts and crafts and talking to others
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A Safe Place:
- that empowers women in their role as mothers and helps them
strengthen their parenting skills
- that provides information about the impact of abuse on
children and offers ways to support them
- that provides information, support and help with problem
solving in challenging situations
While the mother's participation is not mandatory, the benefit to the
family is significantly improved when mothers and children work together on these issues.
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Topics include:
- Helping Children Heal
- Personal safety
- Parenting Strategies
- Healthy Child Development
- Self-esteem and Self Care
- Custody/Access Information
- Resource Information
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Topics include:
- Identifying & Expressing Feelings
- Anger and Resolving Conflicts
- Personal Safety
- Responsibility for Violence
- Self Esteem
- Family Changes
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