2008 Programs and Support Groups

Woman's Place tries to respond to women's interests and concerns by offering an annual calendar of programs and support groups led by our staff or colleagues.  All programs are for women and are led by women.  All programs and support groups are free.  A $10 donation is suggested to cover materials, but this is  not required.

Support groups combine an educational component along with peer support.  A skilled facilitator leads all support groups.

Call 314.645.4848 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. to pre-register.

Support Groups

Domestic Violence Support Group – 12 sessions per series

Pre-registration is required.  Groups begin and end:  January 1—April 3, 2008;
May 8-July 24; September 4 - November 20. 
Domestic violence support groups offer a safe, confidential opportunity for women who have experienced domestic violence to talk with other women in similar situations. Support groups met once a week for 12 weeks.  Groups are kept small so everyone has the opportunity to participate.  The Domestic Violence Support Group meets Thursday evenings from 5:30 -7:30.

Parent Support Group

Pre-Registration is required.  Dates:  Tuesdays, April 1-May 20, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; and Tuesdays, October 21 – December 9, 1-3 p.m.  Be in a safe place with other survivors to share the challenges of parenting children who have witnessed family violence.  Learn to strengthen the parent-child relationship with respect, listening, and love.  Receive support, remove chaos, and enjoy your children by applying practical and non-violent parenting.

Educational Programs

Preregistration is required for all programs.  Pre-registration is open one month prior to each program, and is limited.  Registrants will be expected to attend all program sessions. Programs must have a minimum number of participants to proceed.

Saturday Morning Programs

Forgiveness:  Its Effect on Our Lives

Saturdays, February 2 and 9; 9:30 – 12 noon.

Forgiveness is essential for living in relationship with others. What does it mean to “forgive”?  Who benefits from forgiveness?  How does this relate to abusive relationships?  Explore the many aspects of forgiveness and learn more about its relationship to living a happy and wholesome life.

The Joys and Challenges of Mid-Life

Saturdays, May 3 and 10; 9:30 – 12 noon.
Awaken to the possibilities and discover the wisdom gained from your experiences.  Embrace the adventure of your mid-life years by exploring and deepening your inner resources.

Learn to Use Anger Constructively

Saturdays, June 7 and 14; 9:30 – 12 noon.
Anger is a powerful energy that can be destructive and negative, or positive and constructive.  The challenge is to learn how to transform this important energy, making it work for us rather than against us.  Explore alternatives and learn new skills for self-empowerment.

Self-Esteem

Saturday, August 2; 9:30 – 12 noon.

Claim your inner spark and learn to experience yourself as confident and competent to cope with the challenges of life, and as deserving of happiness.

Integrating Loss for Positive Living

Saturdays, October 11 and 18; 9:30 a.m. – 12 noon.

Creating Meaningful Relationships

Saturdays, November 8 and 15; 9:30 a.m. – 12 noon.

Human relationships are at the heart of our happiness and sense of well-being.  Discover your potential for creating relationships that reflect a loving sense of self in relationship with others.

Monday Evening Programs

Boundaries:  Your Ticket to Personal Freedom

Monday, March 10, 6-8:30 p.m.

Boundaries define who we are and influence all areas of daily living.  Explore boundary issues from childhood and how these can influence adult life.  Build boundaries that give options and choices which lead to power and personal freedom.

 Self-Esteem

Monday, April 7; 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Claim your inner spark and learn to experience yourself as confident and competent to cope with the challenges of life, and as deserving of happiness.

Shame & Guilt:  The Unbearable Unmentionables

Mondays, July 14 and 21; 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Shame and guilt are emotions which make us feel uncomfortable.  Learn the difference between shame and guilt, understand where they come from, and break the cycle of passivity, helplessness and failure.  Become skillful in taking responsibility for your own well-being.

Learn to Use Anger Constructively

Mondays, September 8 and 15; 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Anger is a powerful energy that can be destructive and negative, or positive and constructive.  The challenge is to learn how to transform this important energy, making it work for us rather than against us.  Explore alternatives and learn new skills for self-empowerment.

Friday Programs

Shed the Shackles of Fear

Friday, August 22; 1-3 p.m., and repeated on Friday, November 7; 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

We are naturally curious, not naturally fearful. Freedom comes from knowing that fear can’t be avoided, but it can be faced.  Gathering the courage to face fear helps us believe in ourselves and gives us confidence to cope with and triumph over fear in any circumstance.

| Home | Our Mission | Get Help | Calendar & Activities | Donations | Domestic Violence-The Facts | Contact Us |
 | Programs & Support Groups | Cell Phone Recycling Program | Newsletter | Directions | LINKS | Teen Dating Violence |