New Hope Grief Centre

07/14/2024

🎉 Celebrating One Year of Transformative Support at NHGC + Raffle! 🎉⁣⁣
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In just one year, we've made a profound impact in our community:⁣⁣
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𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐲: Helped over 40 individuals, who received compassionate therapy and grief support, helping them navigate the loss of a child, spouse, and more.⁣⁣
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𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐬: Facilitated over 15 mental health workshops, empowering individuals with essential tools for personal growth and resilience.⁣⁣
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𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭: Conducted 2 workplace grief sessions for employees at a non-profit organization, providing crucial support during times of loss.⁣⁣
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𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡: Delivered a grief workshop to a local library and organization, enhancing community support and understanding.⁣⁣
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🎤 To mark this milestone, we're thrilled to announce our special raffle! One person will win 2 free therapy sessions. ⭐
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𝐑𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬:⁣⁣
⁣- Ends: Saturday, July 20, 2024, by midnight.⁣⁣
- Winner will be contacted on Monday, July 22, 2024.⁣⁣
- Open to new clients only.⁣⁣
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𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐢𝐧!⁣⁣ https://xk5qqw5gdav.typeform.com/to/n6O8YW1v

⁣⁣Thank you for being part of our journey towards growth & healing together!⁣⁣ 💛
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To mark New Hope Grief Centre (NHGC)'s First Anniversary, we're thrilled to announce our special raffle! Win 2 free therapy sessions. Enter now to win. Raffle Details: - Ends: Saturday, July 20, 2024, by midnight. - Winner will be contacted on Monday, July 22, 2024. - Open to new clients only.

07/01/2024

I don’t know who needs to hear this, but here we go:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
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• You don’t just get over the loss.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
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• You don’t just avoid the loss.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
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• You don’t just replace the loss.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
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You learn to move forward in life while maintaining a special connection to your special loved one who died. 💛⁣⁣

06/10/2024

I had someone ask me how to deal with grief at work and I said, "Recognize grieving is a journey you’ll have to go through. Be extra kind to yourself, and seek the support you need.” ⁣⁣
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Coping with grief at work involves more than just showing up - a lot more.⁣⁣
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…acknowledging your emotions and allowing yourself to feel them
…understanding & making use of your workplace’s bereavement leave policies ⁣
…communicating openly with your employer about your situation & your needs⁣⁣
…leaning on workplace resources like employee assistance programs, supportive colleagues, or mental health days⁣⁣
…breaking tasks into smaller, more manageable steps ⁣⁣
…setting realistic goals and giving yourself permission to take breaks ⁣⁣
…recognizing that it’s okay to ask for help when you need it ⁣⁣
…seeking professional support from a therapist specializing in grief counselling (Insurance from work can provide coverage)⁣⁣
…creating a strong support network of understanding friends and family members outside of work⁣⁣
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And then finally starting to find your balance again and moving forward.⁣⁣
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Employees go through this delicate process while trying to keep up with their responsibilities.⁣⁣
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If you know a colleague struggling with grief, check up on them and encourage them to start with one of the steps above.⁣ 💻📱

05/16/2024

4 Signs You May Be Grappling with Guilt in Grief:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
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💔 Self-blame shadows every step⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
🚫 Memories are avoided at all costs⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
🌫️ Peace seems like a distant memory⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
🔄 Stuck in a cycle of “should have, could have, and would have”⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
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How to Navigate This:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
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◾️ Recognize Guilt: Understand that guilt is the belief that you’ve done something wrong, whether or not that’s true.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
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◾️ Practice Self-Compassion: Acknowledge that you did the best you could with the knowledge and resources available at the time. Forgive yourself.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
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◾️ Seek Support: Reach out to supportive loved ones or a trusted grief therapist who can provide a listening ear and gentle guidance.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
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Remember, you’re worthy of compassion and healing every step of the way. 💖

04/22/2024

Happy Earth Day! Today, we celebrate coming together to nurture our planet and renew our commitment to create a greener, cleaner community for all. 🌿

04/15/2024

I heard this quote the other day, and it really struck a chord…⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
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“It’s ok to not be ok, it’s just not ok to stay that way.” ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣Perry Noble
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Sometimes, it takes courage to embrace change and begin the journey toward healing. You can take that brave step forward.💫 ⁣⁣⁣Yes you can.⁣⁣⁣
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04/11/2024

They may not bring them back, but rituals remind us they were truly here. ❤️⁣
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Grief is a tough journey, and sometimes it feels like there's nothing we can do to ease the pain of loss. But rituals, big or small, can be a source of comfort, connection, and meaning.⁣
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Rituals become a bridge between loss and love, allowing you to honour them in ways that touch your hearts.⁣
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These acts, like planting a tree, sharing stories, or lighting a candle, create a space to acknowledge your loss, celebrate their life, and remember their beautiful impact on your life.⁣
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By participating in these rituals, you can start to find meaning in your grief and rebuild a connection with the person you've lost.⁣
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Want guidance on how to get started? ⁣
✨Send me a message and we can explore what would best help you.⁣
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04/05/2024

Yesterday, New Hope Grief Centre had the honour of presenting a grief rituals workshop, and we're thrilled to share that it was a success! Witnessing the impact it had on attendees fills us with gratitude. Together, we explored healing avenues, shared stories, and found solace in each other's presence. ⁣⁣
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Special thanks to Vaughan Public Libraries for providing the space and resources to host this meaningful workshop. Their support played a crucial role in making it a success and facilitating a safe environment for healing and growth.⁣⁣
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If you missed out this time, keep an eye out for future workshops and join us in continuing this journey of healing and supporting one another through life's challenges. ⁣⁣
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Let's come together and grow stronger, together. 💙🌱 ⁣⁣
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03/08/2024

Happy International Women's Day! 🌺 Let's celebrate the incredible women who've shaped our world, past and present.

02/21/2024

You have a gift — the gift to give witness.⁣⁣⁣⁣
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02/19/2024

Happy Family Day! Continue to cherish every moment with the ones who matter most - now and forever ✨