Calendar oF events

Apr
30

PRIORITY POPULATION TRAINING - INDIGENOUS INCLUDING CULTURAL SAFETY TRAINING

Please register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/priority-population-training-indigenous-cultural-safety-tickets-800078294717?aff=oddtdtcreator

Indigenous Support Navigators (ISN) – Blackfoot Resource Hub

Indigenous Support Navigators see the impact of intergenerational trauma on the community and are dedicated in supporting Indigenous Peoples through family, community and cultural support. ISNs help Indigenous Peoples:

  • Access and connect with Indigenous specific resources and support

  • Navigating and accessing community, health and social resources (i.e. financial benefits/assistance applications, housing applications, etc.)

  • Reconnect with spiritual/cultural supports

  • Collaborating with other Indigenous serving agencies, family and natural supports to provide integrated services for Indigenous Peoples

  • Providing appropriate referrals that are tailored to Indigenous Peoples and case consultation when necessary

Cultural Safety Training will also be incorporated into this training.

This is mandatory training for Tier 2 System Navigators.

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May
1

The Mindful Self- A Personal Growth Group

This group will support individuals in learning more about their emotions and their self-talk and will discuss tools that can support them in developing greater self-awareness and self-compassion. This group is on Wednesdays starting April 10th to May 1st, 2024.

This group is at no cost.

Please register by March 22, 2024 by calling 403-327-5724 or email outreach@lfsfamily.ca.

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May
2

Empowering Women in Relationships

This is a 10-week therapy group starting on March 7th and ends May 9th.

This 10-week counselling group is for individuals who identify as female, 18 or older and who have experienced relationship imbalance, disempowerment or abuse.

We will explore healthy relationship skills like how to set boundaries, communicate assertively, and lean to trust oneself and other.

This group invites women into a support and caring environment to nourish and empower oneself and one another.

To register, please contact:

Lethbridge Family Services Counselling Intake at 403-327-5724 or counsellingintake@lfsfamily.ca

Intakes are occurring in February and March 2024.

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May
2

Prescribing Pharmacist at LSCO

Services available include:

  • Blood pressure check

  • Laboratory testing requisition

  • Medication review

  • Strep throat testing

  • Travel health consultation and vaccinations

  • Pneumonia, COVID, and Flu vaccinations (*Requires appointment- Call 403-329-1544)

  • Adjustment of dosing or changes o medication

  • Answering any questions or concerns etc.

Located in LSCO’s Clinic Room

Call 403-329-1544 for more information

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May
4

The Lethbridge Drug Treatment Court Open House

Interested in learning more about one of the ways the justice and human services systems are tackling the issues of crime and addiction in our community?

The Lethbridge Drug Treatment Court is a program with a multi-system approach to creating safer communities by reducing drug-driven crimes.

1:00 pm to 1:30 pm- Welcome and Overview

1:30 pm to 3:00 pm- Program Presentation and Panel Discussion

3:00 pm to 4:00 pm- Participants and Graduate Discussion

4:00 pm to 4:30 pm- Question and Answer Period

4:30 pm to 5:00 pm- Mix and Mingle

Contact the Lethbridge Drug Treatment Court Program Manager at 403-331-9014.

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May
6
to May 17

Grad Week Consent Events

Chinook Sexual Assault Centre will be hosting events aimed at engaging graduates in conversations about consent and knowledge on navigating relationships. Students will receive reference cards attached to glow bracelets, serving as a reminder of the importance of consent and health relationships. This initiative underscores our commitment to promoting education and fostering healthy relationships within our communities.

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May
7

Prescribing Pharmacist at LSCO

Services available include:

  • Blood pressure check

  • Laboratory testing requisition

  • Medication review

  • Strep throat testing

  • Travel health consultation and vaccinations

  • COVID, and Flu vaccinations (*Requires appointment- Call 403-329-1544)

  • Adjustment of dosing or changes on medication

  • Answering any questions or concerns etc.

Located in LSCO’s Clinic Room

Call 403-329-1544 for more information.

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May
7

Community Connect Coffee Group

FREE opportunity to build connections, grow meaningful connections, and strengthen access to community supports. This group is drop-in style so there is no need to register.

Located at LSCO in Room C/D.

This event occurs on the 1st Tuesday of every month.

Contact Katie at 403-329-1544 for more information.

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May
8

PRIORITY POPULATION TRAINING - YOUTH

To register for this training: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/youth-priority-population-training-tickets-796174217517?aff=oddtdtcreator

YSNs work with youth 12 to 24 through direct and consistent 1-to-1 navigation by:

  • Identifying immediate barriers and concerns related to overall health and wellbeing or housing/homelessness

  • Connecting youth to short and long term supports for healthy transition to adulthood

  • Preventing entry into or further homelessness through enhanced individual and family support

  • Providing advocacy for clients in accessing and navigating services to meet goals

  • Providing education about available resources (inclusionary criteria, wait times, cost, etc.)

  • Collaborating with other youth serving agencies, family and natural supports to provide integrated services for youth

  • Providing appropriate referrals that are tailored to youth and case consultation when necessary

The YSNs also collect information on community trends, research & training/information on best practices for how to mitigate trends to build capacity within the community.

This is part of the mandatory training for Tier 2 System Navigators.

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May
8

Cancer Connect Speaker Event

Lethbridge speaker event for those living with cancer and their caregivers.

The cost of this event is free.

Speaker is Trudy Boyle, who has dedicated the last 30 years to the study and practice of Japanese Psychology, and in particular the educational components of Morita Therapy and Living Well with Illness.

Register at wellspringalberta.ca or called 1-866-682-3135.

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May
9

Empowering Women in Relationships

This is a 10-week therapy group starting on March 7th and ends May 9th.

This 10-week counselling group is for individuals who identify as female, 18 or older and who have experienced relationship imbalance, disempowerment or abuse.

We will explore healthy relationship skills like how to set boundaries, communicate assertively, and lean to trust oneself and other.

This group invites women into a support and caring environment to nourish and empower oneself and one another.

To register, please contact:

Lethbridge Family Services Counselling Intake at 403-327-5724 or counsellingintake@lfsfamily.ca

Intakes are occurring in February and March 2024.

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May
9

"Tienes el Poder"/ "You Have the Power" Workshop

Chinook Sexual Assault Centre is excited to bring you “Tienes el Ponder": Conociendo tu Rol Para Ponerle Fin al Acoso Sexual” (You Have the Power: Knowing your Role in Endling Sexual Harassment). This workshop will be delivered in Spanish with the goal of helping Spanish-speaking individuals increase their knowledge of the topic of sexual harassment, build the capacity to intervene and familiarize themselves with resources available.

CSAC se Complace en Presentarles "Tienes el Poder: Conociendotu Rol Para Ponerle Fin al Acoso Sexual". Este taller se impartirá en español. Su objetivo es ayudar a las personas de habla hispana a aumentar su conocimiento sobre el tema del acoso sexual, desarrollar las capacidades para intervenir y familiarizarse con los recursos disponibles para apoyarlos.

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May
16

Empowering Women in Relationships

This is a 10-week therapy group starting on March 21th and ends May 30th.

This 10-week counselling group is for individuals who identify as female, 18 or older and who have experienced relationship imbalance, disempowerment or abuse.

We will explore healthy relationship skills like how to set boundaries, communicate assertively, and lean to trust oneself and other.

This group invites women into a support and caring environment to nourish and empower oneself and one another.

To register, please contact:

Lethbridge Family Services Counselling Intake at 403-327-5724 or counsellingintake@lfsfamily.ca

Intakes are occurring in February and March 2024.

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May
17

Addictions: Recovery, Support and Methodology

This event exploring addiction prevention and recovery. This event has two presenters; Cheryl Currie and Noella Piquette.


Noella Piquette is presenting Persons with Disabilities and Addictions: Issues and Interventions for the Vulnerable. This workshop presentation will provide information, resources and a case study to effectively support clientele with complex needs.

Cheryl Curries is presenting 50 Voices of Recovery: Understanding lived experiences of drug addiction recovery in southern Alberta. The purpose of this discussion is to understand the ways in which adults addicted to illicit drugs and living in rural southern Alberta are finding recovery and putting their lives back together again.

To register: Addictions: Recovery, Support and Methodology Tickets, Fri, 17 May 2024 at 8:30 AM | Eventbrite

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May
23

Empowering Women in Relationships

This is a 10-week therapy group starting on March 21th and ends May 30th.

This 10-week counselling group is for individuals who identify as female, 18 or older and who have experienced relationship imbalance, disempowerment or abuse.

We will explore healthy relationship skills like how to set boundaries, communicate assertively, and lean to trust oneself and other.

This group invites women into a support and caring environment to nourish and empower oneself and one another.

To register, please contact:

Lethbridge Family Services Counselling Intake at 403-327-5724 or counsellingintake@lfsfamily.ca

Intakes are occurring in February and March 2024.

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Jun
5

Anger Awareness- A Personal Growth Group

This group will support individuals in learning about the relationship between anger, thoughts, and behavior. Participants will have a chance to learn skills to identify and cope with their anger.

There is NO cost to participate.

This group runs on Wednesdays starting June 5th to June 26th, 2024.

Register by May 20th, 2024 to participate.

Contact Lethbridge Family Services Outreach and Education to register at 403-327-5724 or email outreach@lfsfamily.ca.

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Jun
11

Tier 2 System Navigator Training

To register for this training, click the link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tier-2-3-system-navigator-training-tickets-796165591717?aff=oddtdtcreator

Please note: If the organization has not submitted a Lethbridge ICA sign up form, this can be found on the Lethbridge ICA website on the home page under 'Becoming a System Navigator' https://www.lethbridgeica.ca/

System Navigators only need to take the Tier training that the organization has identified, i.e. you don't need to take Tier 1 SN training before you take Tier 2 SN training.

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Jun
12

Anger Awareness- A Personal Growth Group

This group will support individuals in learning about the relationship between anger, thoughts, and behavior. Participants will have a chance to learn skills to identify and cope with their anger.

There is NO cost to participate.

This group runs on Wednesdays starting June 5th to June 26th, 2024.

Register by May 20th, 2024 to participate.

Contact Lethbridge Family Services Outreach and Education to register at 403-327-5724 or email outreach@lfsfamily.ca.

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Jun
19

Anger Awareness- A Personal Growth Group

This group will support individuals in learning about the relationship between anger, thoughts, and behavior. Participants will have a chance to learn skills to identify and cope with their anger.

There is NO cost to participate.

This group runs on Wednesdays starting June 5th to June 26th, 2024.

Register by May 20th, 2024 to participate.

Contact Lethbridge Family Services Outreach and Education to register at 403-327-5724 or email outreach@lfsfamily.ca.

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Jun
25

PRIORITY POPULATION TRAINING - SENIORS

Please register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/seniors-priority-population-training-tickets-796180586567?aff=oddtdtcreator

Seniors Community Services Partnership: Seniors System Navigators

The SCSP is made up of local organizations: Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization (LSCO), Lethbridge Housing Authority (LHA), Nord-Bridge Seniors Association, and Lethbridge Family Services – Counselling, Outreach and Education (LFS-COE)

The Seniors System Navigators (SSN) respond to seniors 60+ in need by providing referrals and service navigation, case management or outreach support to residents of the City of Lethbridge. Our Navigators walk alongside clients through intake and referral processes, easing anxieties and eliminating barriers.

This is mandatory training for Tier 2 System Navigators who work with Seniors.

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Jun
26

Anger Awareness- A Personal Growth Group

This group will support individuals in learning about the relationship between anger, thoughts, and behavior. Participants will have a chance to learn skills to identify and cope with their anger.

There is NO cost to participate.

This group runs on Wednesdays starting June 5th to June 26th, 2024.

Register by May 20th, 2024 to participate.

Contact Lethbridge Family Services Outreach and Education to register at 403-327-5724 or email outreach@lfsfamily.ca.

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Jul
4

PRIORITY POPULATION TRAINING - INDIGENOUS INCLUDING CULTURAL SAFETY TRAINING

Indigenous Support Navigators (ISN) – Blackfoot Resource Hub

Indigenous Support Navigators see the impact of intergenerational trauma on the community and are dedicated in supporting Indigenous Peoples through family, community and cultural support. ISNs help Indigenous Peoples:

  • Access and connect with Indigenous specific resources and support

  • Navigating and accessing community, health and social resources (i.e. financial benefits/assistance applications, housing applications, etc.)

  • Reconnect with spiritual/cultural supports

  • Collaborating with other Indigenous serving agencies, family and natural supports to provide integrated services for Indigenous Peoples

  • Providing appropriate referrals that are tailored to Indigenous Peoples and case consultation when necessary

Cultural Safety Training will also be incorporated into this training.

To register: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/priority-population-training-indigenous-cultural-safety-tickets-891901380037?aff=oddtdtcreator

This is mandatory training for Tier 2 System Navigators.

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Sep
17

Tier 2 System Navigator Training

To register for this training, click the link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tier-2-3-system-navigator-training-tickets-796167026007?aff=oddtdtcreator

Please note: If the organization has not submitted a Lethbridge ICA sign up form, this can be found on the Lethbridge ICA website on the home page under 'Becoming a System Navigator' https://www.lethbridgeica.ca/

System Navigators only need to take the Tier training that the organization has identified, i.e. you don't need to take Tier 1 SN training before you take Tier 2 SN training.

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Sep
25

PRIORITY POPULATION TRAINING - YOUTH

To register for this training: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/youth-priority-population-training-tickets-796176815287?aff=oddtdtcreator

YSNs work with youth 12 to 24 through direct and consistent 1-to-1 navigation by:

  • Identifying immediate barriers and concerns related to overall health and wellbeing or housing/homelessness

  • Connecting youth to short and long term supports for healthy transition to adulthood

  • Preventing entry into or further homelessness through enhanced individual and family support

  • Providing advocacy for clients in accessing and navigating services to meet goals

  • Providing education about available resources (inclusionary criteria, wait times, cost, etc.)

  • Collaborating with other youth serving agencies, family and natural supports to provide integrated services for youth

  • Providing appropriate referrals that are tailored to youth and case consultation when necessary

The YSNs also collect information on community trends, research & training/information on best practices for how to mitigate trends to build capacity within the community.

This is part of the mandatory training for Tier 2 System Navigators.

View Event →
Sep
26

PRIORITY POPULATION TRAINING - SENIORS

Please register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/seniors-priority-population-training-tickets-796182732987?aff=oddtdtcreator

Seniors Community Services Partnership: Seniors System Navigators

The SCSP is made up of local organizations: Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization (LSCO), Lethbridge Housing Authority (LHA), Nord-Bridge Seniors Association, and Lethbridge Family Services – Counselling, Outreach and Education (LFS-COE)

The Seniors System Navigators (SSN) respond to seniors 60+ in need by providing referrals and service navigation, case management or outreach support to residents of the City of Lethbridge. Our Navigators walk alongside clients through intake and referral processes, easing anxieties and eliminating barriers.

This is mandatory training for Tier 2 System Navigators who work with Seniors.

View Event →
Oct
29

PRIORITY POPULATION TRAINING - INDIGENOUS INCLUDING CULTURAL SAFETY TRAINING

Please register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/priority-population-training-indigenous-cultural-safety-tickets-800082697887?aff=oddtdtcreator

Indigenous Support Navigators (ISN) – Blackfoot Resource Hub

Indigenous Support Navigators see the impact of intergenerational trauma on the community and are dedicated in supporting Indigenous Peoples through family, community and cultural support. ISNs help Indigenous Peoples:

  • Access and connect with Indigenous specific resources and support

  • Navigating and accessing community, health and social resources (i.e. financial benefits/assistance applications, housing applications, etc.)

  • Reconnect with spiritual/cultural supports

  • Collaborating with other Indigenous serving agencies, family and natural supports to provide integrated services for Indigenous Peoples

  • Providing appropriate referrals that are tailored to Indigenous Peoples and case consultation when necessary

Cultural Safety Training will also be incorporated into this training.

This is mandatory training for Tier 2 System Navigators.

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Nov
19

Tier 2 System Navigator Training

To register for this training, click the link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tier-2-3-system-navigator-training-tickets-796167026007?aff=oddtdtcreator

Please note: If the organization has not submitted a Lethbridge ICA sign up form, this can be found on the Lethbridge ICA website on the home page under 'Becoming a System Navigator' https://www.lethbridgeica.ca/

System Navigators only need to take the Tier training that the organization has identified, i.e. you don't need to take Tier 1 SN training before you take Tier 2 SN training.

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Apr
26

BFF (Be Fast Friends)

This is an opportunity for individuals who need more social connection to come together in a “speed dating” format focusing on developing friendships. This is a fun, comfortable, and easy way to meet others and make connections!

Sessions will be facilitated by a Senior System Navigator and an AHS recreation therapist. We encourage people to arrive early, as we will be starting on time and there is limited seating.

Doors open at 1pm.

Sign up by calling 403-329-1544.

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Apr
26

BFF (Be Fast Friends)

This is an opportunity for individuals who need more social connection to come together in a “speed dating” format focusing on developing friendships. This is a fun, comfortable, and easy way to meet others and make connections!

Sessions will be facilitated by a Senior System Navigator and an AHS recreation therapist. We encourage people to arrive early, as we will be starting on time and there is limited seating.

Doors open at 1pm.

Sign up by calling 403-329-1544.

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Apr
25

Empowering Women in Relationships

  • Lethbridge Family Services Counselling Office (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This is a 10-week therapy group starting on March 21st and ends May 30th.

This 10-week counselling group is for individuals who identify as female, 18 or older and who have experienced relationship imbalance, disempowerment or abuse.

We will explore healthy relationship skills like how to set boundaries, communicate assertively, and lean to trust oneself and other.

This group invites women into a support and caring environment to nourish and empower oneself and one another.

To register, please contact:

Lethbridge Family Services Counselling Intake at 403-327-5724 or counsellingintake@lfsfamily.ca

Intakes are occurring in February and March 2024.

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Apr
24

The Mindful Self- A Personal Growth Group

  • Lethbridge Family Services Counselling Office (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This group will support individuals in learning more about their emotions and their self-talk and will discuss tools that can support them in developing greater self-awareness and self-compassion. This group is on Wednesdays starting April 10th to May 1st, 2024.

This group is at no cost.

Please register by March 22, 2024 by calling 403-327-5724 or email outreach@lfsfamily.ca.

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Apr
20

13th Annual Coaldale Family Fun Run

Thirteenth Annual Coaldale 5K Family Fun Run

Saturday, April 20 @ 10:00 am

Starting Line is at Coaldale Christian School

Registration cost: $11-Youth, $22- Adult

T-shirts are $15

Children in strollers are free

Sign up for the Corporate Team Challenge

To register or for more info visit: racepro.ca/coaldale

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Apr
18

Spirit Cafe

Piitoyiss Eagles Nest at the Lethbridge Public Library.

Everyone is welcome to this elder led program! Support. Connection. Gathering. Spirit

Christina Fox will share her book and stories with everyone! Come nourish your body and spirit!

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Apr
18

Empowering Women in Relationships

  • Lethbridge Family Services Counselling Office (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This is a 10-week therapy group starting on March 21st and ends May 30th.

This 10-week counselling group is for individuals who identify as female, 18 or older and who have experienced relationship imbalance, disempowerment or abuse.

We will explore healthy relationship skills like how to set boundaries, communicate assertively, and lean to trust oneself and other.

This group invites women into a support and caring environment to nourish and empower oneself and one another.

To register, please contact:

Lethbridge Family Services Counselling Intake at 403-327-5724 or counsellingintake@lfsfamily.ca

Intakes are occurring in February and March 2024.

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Apr
17

The Mindful Self- A Personal Growth Group

  • Lethbridge Family Services Counselling Office (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This group will support individuals in learning more about their emotions and their self-talk and will discuss tools that can support them in developing greater self-awareness and self-compassion. This group is on Wednesdays starting April 10th to May 1st, 2024.

This group is at no cost.

Please register by March 22, 2024 by calling 403-327-5724 or email outreach@lfsfamily.ca.

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Apr
16

Tier 2 System Navigator Training

To register for this training, click the link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tier-2-3-system-navigator-training-tickets-796162963857?aff=oddtdtcreator

Please note: If the organization has not submitted a Lethbridge ICA sign up form, this can be found on the Lethbridge ICA website on the home page under 'Becoming a System Navigator' https://www.lethbridgeica.ca/

System Navigators only need to take the Tier training that the organization has identified, i.e. you don't need to take Tier 1 SN training before you take Tier 2 SN training.

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Apr
11

Empowering Women in Relationships

  • Lethbridge Family Services Counselling Office (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This is a 10-week therapy group starting on March 21st and ends May 30th.

This 10-week counselling group is for individuals who identify as female, 18 or older and who have experienced relationship imbalance, disempowerment or abuse.

We will explore healthy relationship skills like how to set boundaries, communicate assertively, and lean to trust oneself and other.

This group invites women into a support and caring environment to nourish and empower oneself and one another.

To register, please contact:

Lethbridge Family Services Counselling Intake at 403-327-5724 or counsellingintake@lfsfamily.ca

Intakes are occurring in February and March 2024.

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Apr
10

The Mindful Self- A Personal Growth Group

  • Lethbridge Family Services Counselling Office (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This group will support individuals in learning more about their emotions and their self-talk and will discuss tools that can support them in developing greater self-awareness and self-compassion. This group is on Wednesdays starting April 10th to May 1st, 2024.

This group is at no cost.

Please register by March 22, 2024 by calling 403-327-5724 or email outreach@lfsfamily.ca.

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Apr
4

Empowering Women in Relationships

This is a 10-week therapy group starting on March 21st and ends May 30th.

This 10-week counselling group is for individuals who identify as female, 18 or older and who have experienced relationship imbalance, disempowerment or abuse.

We will explore healthy relationship skills like how to set boundaries, communicate assertively, and lean to trust oneself and other.

This group invites women into a support and caring environment to nourish and empower oneself and one another.

To register, please contact:

Lethbridge Family Services Counselling Intake at 403-327-5724 or counsellingintake@lfsfamily.ca

Intakes are occurring in February and March 2024.

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Apr
2

Prescribing Pharmacist at LSCO

Services available include:

  • Blood pressure check

  • Laboratory testing requisition

  • Medication review

  • Strep throat testing

  • Travel health consultation and vaccinations

  • Pneumonia, COVID, and Flu vaccinations (*Requires appointment- Call 403-329-1544)

  • Adjustment of dosing or changes o medication

  • Answering any questions or concerns etc.

Located in LSCO’s Clinic Room

Call 403-329-1544 for more information

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Mar
28

Empowering Women in Relationships

  • Lethbridge Family Services Counselling Office (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This is a 10-week therapy group starting on March 21st and ends May 30th.

This 10-week counselling group is for individuals who identify as female, 18 or older and who have experienced relationship imbalance, disempowerment or abuse.

We will explore healthy relationship skills like how to set boundaries, communicate assertively, and lean to trust oneself and other.

This group invites women into a support and caring environment to nourish and empower oneself and one another.

To register, please contact:

Lethbridge Family Services Counselling Intake at 403-327-5724 or counsellingintake@lfsfamily.ca

Intakes are occurring in February and March 2024.

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