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WIDOWED SUPPORT PROGRAM: YWP Edition
for young widowed parents of dependent-aged children

Session begins every

APRIL

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SPACE IS LIMITED

April sessions are dedicated to the unique needs of young widowed parents of dependent-aged children.

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Young widowed parents are in a category of their own. They often feel out of place in other groups for spouse/partner loss, as those are mostly comprised of older adults in different stages of life. Their circumstances are painfully isolating, and they experience a multitude of secondary losses which often include their social circles. The isolation can be devastating for them as well as their children, and significantly impacts parenting. 

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In addition to the goals listed below, this particular program addresses children's grief at different developmental stages and provides helpful parenting tips. Connecting with other young families in the community expands social supports for these parents as well as their children.

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Please note that these sessions are for adults only. Understanding how challenging it can be to find childcare, it is a goal to someday provide this during sessions to make attending more feasible. 

 

This program employs ARROW Integrative Grief Coaching™ methods to address the unique needs of the widowed community. Since self-care is essential while grieving, this theme is incorporated throughout the program. The group format provides an opportunity to share stories, exchange ideas, and build lasting connections with others who understand. 

 

These ten-week sessions offer a comprehensive approach to:

  • dispel common myths about grief

  • teach healthy coping strategies and nervous system regulation

  • explore relevant topics extending to all areas of life affected by widowhood

  • process challenging themes using therapeutic methods including journaling

  • initiate the step from survival mode to healing

  • provide understanding social supports

...all while balancing tears with laughter.

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Trauma-informed and secular. Recommended by Hospice of Buffalo and other local mental health professionals. Utilizes the grief journal as a guide throughout all ten-weeks. This program is trauma-informed, LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity-affirming, and values diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

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COST: One-time payment of $300 for all ten weeks, including journal

LOCATION: Alden Mental Health Counseling Wellness (just outside of Lancaster, NY)

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2025
SESSION 3: TBA
SESSION 2: April 10 - June 12
SESSION 1: January 9 - March 13


2024
SESSION 3: October 9 - December 18
SESSION 2: April 17 - June 19
SESSION 1: January 10 - March 20

2023
SESSION 3: October 4 - December 6
SESSION 2: April 5 - June 21
SESSION 1: January 4 - March 22

2022
SESSION 1: October 5 - December 21

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11901 Broadway Street

Alden, New York  14004

716-336-8637

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ARROW Integrative Coaching LLC

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