 Nampa, Idaho Grief & Loss Support Group
Starting on Thursday, March 4, 2021 from 7:00 PM-8:00 PM MST First United Methodist Church (GPS room/portable), 2717 12th Ave. Rd., Nampa, ID 83686 Group will be held on the following dates: March 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th April 1st, 8th, 15th, & 29th (NO CLASS Thursday April 22nd) May 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th This group is in person so attendees will need to wear masks and agree to appropriate social distancing to participate (Keeping 6 foot distance from others). Due to Covid-19 safety precautions the number of people allowed into the group is limited to the same 10 people, all of whom will be screened for Covid-19 symptoms. This is a "closed group" meaning that there are no drop-ins and you will need to pre-register. For more details or to pre-register, please email Bonnie at: nampacounselingsolutions@gmail.com Be sure to leave a phone number where she can contact you to determine if this group is a good fit for you.
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 Trauma Healing Support Circle
All are welcome to join this entirely online trauma support group hosted by For You Network. This group is is welcoming, non-judgmental, all inclusive group for everyone. It will be especially helpful for those with a desire to heal the impact of trauma, support the healing of a loved one, and connect with other people on similar journeys of recovery. Whether the sudden and tragic death of a loved one, an unexpected severe physical injury, an unhealthy relationship ending in heartbreak, a humiliating experience in childhood, a chaotic and dysfunctional upbringing, sexual abuse, domestic violence, suicide by someone close to you or thoughts of it yourself, addiction habits, battle with mental health illness, or any other form of trauma you have endured. You are not alone. Upcoming meetings: Sunday, February 28, 2021 at 6:15 PM MST – 7:30 PM MST Follow the For You Network on Facebook and visit their events page for details on how to join the support group circle. See the discussion posts in each scheduled event for link to join the group on Google Meet video chat (video is optional, you can just use audio if you prefer). https://www.facebook.com/events/2811747015763616 **Adults and mature teens only**  Nampa Public Library Offers FREE Virtual Behavioral Health Counseling Services Nampa Public Library members can now a sign up for secure and FREE virtual counseling with Natalie Millett, LPC, NCC, from Treasure Valley Compassionate Therapy, LLC. This is for ages 18 and older. The Be Well Nampa project is funded by the National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NNLM) through the NNLM All of Us Community Engagement Award. In order to fulfill grant requirements, this opportunity is for residents of Nampa, Idaho only. For more information and to make an appointment visit: http://nampalibrary.org/counseling/ You can also call 208-391-3141 or email natalie@tvcompassionatetherapy.com to request an appointment.  Mass for Parents Who Have Lost a Child
St. Paul's Catholic Church, 510 W. Roosevelt, Nampa, ID 83686 Are you or someone you know mourning the death of a child because of a miscarriage, accident, terminal illness, or abortion? Join St. Paul's Catholic Church in Nampa, Idaho on Tuesday, Sept 15, 2020—the Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows-- for a special 6:30 p.m. Mass for parents who have lost a child. St. Paul's Respect Life Ministry will hand out a flower to grieving parents after the Mass. For more information visit: https://nampacatholic.church/ 9/12/2020 New DivorceCare Groups Meeting in Boise, Eagle (online) & Nampa, Idaho - September 2020Read Now New DivorceCare Groups Meeting in Boise, Eagle (online) & Nampa, Idaho - September 2020
DivorceCare is a support group for people recovering from separation and divorce. At DivorceCare, you will find a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. This Christ-centered program makes use of teaching videos with numerous professionals, workbooks, and group discussion to help you recover and move toward healing. Participants may join at any time during the 13-week session. --- DivorceCare at Nampa First Church of the Nazarene 601 16th Ave South, Nampa, Idaho 83651 - Sanctuary Room 252 DivorceCare is scheduled to meet on Wednesday nights starting September 16, 2020. $10 registration fee covers the cost of a DivorceCare workbook https://www.divorcecare.org/groups/126454 Facilitators: Marsha Rogers, Single Ministries Director (208) 989-1098 --- DivorceCare at The Summit Church 10375 Overland Rd., Boise, Idaho 83709 - Meeting Room B26 Meets on Mondays, in Room B26, starting September 14, 2020 from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. $15 registration fee covers the cost of a DivorceCare workbook, but scholarships may be available. Childcare: 3 years (and potty trained) through 6th grademay attend the AWANA program from 6:15 - 8:00 pm. This provides a way for parents with children to attend Divorce Care and knowt hat their kids are receiving biblical teaching as well. https://www.divorcecare.org/groups/122880 https://summitchurchboise.churchcenter.com/groups/seasonal-classes/divorcecare https://www.facebook.com/SummitChurchBoise/posts/10158268085034718 Group Facilitators: Mark and Barbara Buchanan, (208) 375-4031 --- DivorceCare at Eagle Christian Church 100 South Short Road, Eagle, Idaho 83616 DivorceCare is a support group for people recovering from separation and divorce. At DivorceCare, you will find a friendly, caring group ofpeople who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. This Christ-centered program makes use of teaching videos with numerous professionals, workbooks, and group discussion to help you recover and move toward healing. Participants may join at any time during the 13-week session. $25 registration fee covers the cost of a DivorceCare workbook, but scholarships are available. Meets on online on Wednesdays starting September 9- December 9, 2020 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. https://www.divorcecare.org/groups/124393 https://www.eaglechristianchurch.com/ Facilitators: Gary and Carolyn Tragesser, (208) 596-0854 7/1/2020 2nd Annual Strength 2 Thrive Overnight Walk-a-Thon for Suicide Prevention & AwarenessRead Now2nd Annual Strength 2 Thrive Overnight Walk-a-Thon for Suicide Prevention & Awareness Each year over 40,000 people in the United States complete suicide. Even more attempt it. Idaho’s suicide rate is consistently 50% higher than the national average. Strength 2 Thrive is aiming to raise public awareness & raise $200,000 for the Idaho Suicide Hotline. Donations raised for Strength 2 Thrive will go to Idaho Suicide Prevention Hotline. Your gift is tax-deductible and Idaho Suicide Prevention Hotline will issue you a gift receipt following the event. The 2nd Annual Strength 2 Thrive Walk-a-Thon will kick off at 8:00 pm, Saturday, September 19, 2020. General event festivities and team set up will begin at 7:00 pm. Team members will take turns walking through out the night, until 8:00 am on Monday, September 20, 2020. There will be music & special speakers presenting during the event. Proper social distancing and COVID-19 protocols will be followed. Forge International School 208 S. Hartley Lane Middleton, ID 83644 The following local food & beverage vendors will be on hand: Slay the Snow Fly Food Truck Buy It Ice Cream Lonnie C’s Doughnuts Rusty Dog Corn Dogs Double Decker Espresso Strength 2 Thrive is being coordinated and hosted by Rhythm & Grace Counseling: Owner: Chad Hanson 4 Ogden Ave. Nampa Idaho 83651 Phone: 208-505-4314 rhythmandgracecounseling@gmail.com www.RhythmAndGraceCounseling.com Visit the Facebook Event at: https://tinyurl.com/strength2thrive2020 Sign Up to Walk with My Grief Connection's Team:
 Mental Health 101: Managing Stress, Anxiety & Panic
Thursday, April 2nd, 2020 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Nampa Public Library, 215 12th Ave. S., Nampa, Idaho 83651 Come meet with licensed professional counselor, Rebekah Rene Stearns, MA, LPC, of Nurturing Hope & Healing Counseling, LLC to learn about Managing Stress, Anxiety & Panic on Thursday, April 2, 2020 from 6:30-8 pm in Multipurpose Room B at the Nampa Public Library. We all face stressful & worrisome things in life. This FREE class will teach you how to reduce stress and anxiety as well as how to avoid or eliminate panic attacks so you can take control of your stress and live at peace. https://www.facebook.com/events/231469347897974/  Mental Health 101: Breaking Addiction and Codependency
Thursday, March 5, 2020 from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Nampa Public Library, 215 12th Ave. S., Nampa, Idaho 83651 Join licensed professional counselor, Rebekah Rene Stearns, MA, LPC, of Nurturing Hope & Healing Counseling, LLC as she teaches us about Breaking Addiction and Codependency on Thursday, March 5th from 6:30-8 pm in Multipurpose Room B at the Nampa Public Library Learn to help the addict in your life without becoming codependent, enabling unwanted behavior(s) or being taken advantage.Learn to identify the characteristics of the codependent and how to truly help an addict. https://www.facebook.com/events/488590962064710/ For more info on this and other local mental health and/or grief related events, visit the "Events" tab at www.mygriefconnection.org  Know the 5 Signs
April 8, 2020 from 4:30 - 5:30pm Nampa Public Library, 215 12th Ave. South, Nampa, Idaho 83651 Know the 5 Signs is a 45-minute presentation designed to build the community’s understanding of the many ways that suicide impacts our friends, families, clients, co-workers, and neighbors. Know the 5 Signs provides education on recognizing when someone is in emotional distress and how to reach out to help and connect them to resources. It also covers information about stigma, understanding mental health conditions, statistics, self-care techniques, etc. Join Erin Pfaeffle, LMSW of St. Luke's Wood River Valley for this potentially life-saving presentation for adults 18+ on April 8, 2020 from 4:30-5:30 pm in Multipurpose Room A at Nampa Public Library. There will be crafts, games coloring and other fun activities for kids in Multipurpose Room B at the same time so parents can attend while their kids are in the room next door. https://www.facebook.com/events/284132922546849/  Destination Wellness Health Fair 2020
My Grief Connection will have a booth at Nampa Public Library's Destination Wellness 2020 Health Fair. it is a FREE community event on Saturday, February 1, 2020 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at the library. Come take advantage of FREE vital signs health screenings, dental screening and fluoride treatments, STI screenings, hearing checks and more. There will be fun, interactive demonstrations on multiple topics, including healthy cooking, yoga, core strength and stabilization, ACT muscle testing and Fit & Fall Proof senior exercise classes. There will be exciting activities for all ages including: a bean bag toss, spin art table, "smoothi-cycle," doctor dress-up area, and coloring sheets as well as ongoing health and wellness activities for kids in the Tween Zone from 10-2 pm and a Let's Move Together Storytime at 12:00 pm for ages 3-6 in the Storytime Area. Demonstration Schedule: Storytime Area: 11:15am – Yoga with 2CYoga Multipurpose Room: 10:45am - Core Stabilization with Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy 11:45am – Fit & Fall Proof Senior Exercise with Southwest District Health 12:30pm – Diabetes presentation & build-your-own trail-mix bar with University of Idaho Extension 1:15pm – ART muscle testing with The Karlfeldt Center https://www.facebook.com/events/555041785046686/
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