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Grief Support Group: February 25 Through April 1

 
A six-week Grief Support Group will meet Wednesdays, February 25 through April 1, 2015 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in Room 212. This group is designed to provide individuals who have lost loved ones with a comfortable environment to express their thoughts and feelings regarding their loss, find a sense of hope for the future, and equip them with the tools to help others.
 

Through group discussion, prayer, Bible study, and journaling, the participants examine a variety of factors that play a role in blocking their ability to adequately grieve. For more details, contact Melissa Austin-Weeks.
 
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Caregiver Support Group at Bethel UMC: Thursday, January 15

 
A Caregiver Support Group meets monthly at Bethel UMC (5000 Southwest Boulevard, Fort Worth, 76116). The next meeting is Thursday, January 15 at 6:30 p.m. This group is for caregivers who need support and a safe place to talk. If you have any questions, contact Theresa Wright.
 
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Caregiver Support Group at Bethel UMC: November 20

 
A Caregiver Support Group meets monthly at Bethel UMC (5000 Southwest Boulevard, Fort Worth, 76116). The next meeting is November 20 at 6:30 p.m. This group is for caregivers who need support and a safe place to talk. If you have any questions, contact Theresa Wright.
 
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Al-Anon Meeting on Monday Evenings

 
Arborlawn offers an Al-Anon program of recovery for family members and/or friends affected by someone’s drinking or drug use. This program helps these individuals make healthier life choices and develop relationships that are positive and supportive. Anonymity is an important principle of the Al-Anon program. Meetings are held in Room 214 near the side entrance by the Choir Room from 6:30-7:30 p.m. every Monday night.
 
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Grief Support Group Starts Wednesday, October 15

 
A six-week Grief Support Group will meet Wednesdays, October 15 through November 19 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in Room 212. This group is designed to provide individuals who have lost loved ones with a comfortable environment to express their thoughts and feelings regarding their loss, find a sense of hope for the future, and equip them with the tools to help others.
 

Through group discussion, prayer, Bible study, and journaling, the participants examine a variety of factors that play a role in blocking their ability to adequately grieve. For more details, contact Melissa Austin-Weeks.
 
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Caregiver Support Group at Bethel UMC: Thursday, October 23

 
A Caregiver Support Group meets monthly at Bethel UMC (5000 Southwest Boulevard, Fort Worth, 76116). The next meeting is October 23 at 6:30 p.m. This group is for caregivers who need support and a safe place to talk. If you have any questions, contact Theresa Wright.
 
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Caregiver Support Group at Bethel UMC

 
A Caregiver Support Group meets monthly at Bethel UMC (5000 Southwest Boulevard, Fort Worth, 76116). The next meeting will be September 18 at 6:30 p.m. This group is for caregivers who need support and a safe place to talk. If you have any questions, contact Theresa Wright.
 
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Beyond the Broken Heart grief support group starts October 8; register by this Monday

 
Beyond the Broken Heart? Is that really possible? Does our grief really turn to joy? How? When do we feel normal again? Ever? If these are just a few of the questions you have asked after the loss of a loved one, please consider joining Beyond the Broken Heart, a six-week grief support group that uses discussion, prayer, scripture, and video clips.
 

The group starts on Tuesday, October 8 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in Room 212 and meets each Tuesday through November 12. Registration closes Monday, October 7 for the group, so please contact Deb Sewell to register.
 
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Beyond the Broken Heart?

 
Is that really possible? Does our grief really turn to joy? How? When do we feel normal again? Ever? If these are just a few of the questions you have asked after the loss of a loved one, please consider joining Beyond the Broken Heart, a six-week program, which begins Tuesday, October 8 (6:00-7:30 p.m.) and will meet each Tuesday through November 12.
 

We will use a structured format with discussion, prayer, scripture, and video clips. To register, please contact the church office at 817-731-0701 or, for more specific information, please contact Deb Sewell.
 
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Grief Support Group starts next month

 
Mark your calendars for Tuesday evenings, October 8 through November 12. On those nights a Grief Support Group called Beyond the Broken Heart will be meeting. The group is designed to provide those who have lost loved ones a safe, comfortable space to learn the skills and move gently through the pain and sorrow of a broken heart. We will use a format of group discussion, prayer, Bible Study, and journaling as participants examine a variety of factors that play a role in their ability to grieve adequately. Please feel free to contact Deb Sewell if you have any questions.
 
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Al-Anon group meets on Monday evenings at Arborlawn

 
An Al-Anon group meets at Arborlawn every Monday at 6:30 p.m. in Room 214. Al-Anon Family Groups are a community health resource for friends and families who are affected by another person's drinking.
 
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Six-week Divorce class: Wednesdays through May 8

 
Arborlawn's Divorce class is a six-week class meeting Wednesdays, April 3 through May 8 from 6:30-8 p.m. in Room 210. The class is facilitated by Bryan Bellamy (817-731-0701).
 
Separation and divorce can be a painful and stressful experience. It’s a confusing time when you feel isolated and have lots of questions about issues you’ve never faced before. This is a support group for adults in the process of separation and/or divorce. Over the course of six weeks, we will meet and explore aspects of the divorce experience in a supportive and spiritual environment that will help guide you through the healing process.
 
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Divorce class: six weeks starting Wednesday, April 3

 
Arborlawn's Divorce class is a six-week class meeting Wednesdays, April 3 through May 8 from 6:30-8 p.m. in Room 210. The class is facilitated by Bryan Bellamy (817-731-0701).
 
Separation and divorce can be a painful and stressful experience. It’s a confusing time when you feel isolated and have lots of questions about issues you’ve never faced before. This is a support group for adults in the process of separation and/or divorce. Over the course of six weeks, we will meet and explore aspects of the divorce experience in a supportive and spiritual environment that will help guide you through the healing process.
 
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Divorce class: six weeks - Wednesdays, April 3 through May 8

 
Arborlawn's Divorce class is a six-week class meeting Wednesdays, April 3 through May 8 from 6:30-8 p.m. in Room 210. The class is facilitated by Bryan Bellamy (817-731-0701).
 
Separation and divorce can be a painful and stressful experience. It’s a confusing time when you feel isolated and have lots of questions about issues you’ve never faced before. This is a support group for adults in the process of separation and/or divorce. Over the course of six weeks, we will meet and explore aspects of the divorce experience in a supportive and spiritual environment that will help guide you through the healing process.
 
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Divorce class: six weeks - Wednesdays, April 3 through May 8

 
Arborlawn's Divorce class is a six-week class meeting Wednesdays, April 3 through May 8 from 6:30-8 p.m. in Room 210. The class is facilitated by Bryan Bellamy (817-731-0701).
 
Separation and divorce can be a painful and stressful experience. It’s a confusing time when you feel isolated and have lots of questions about issues you’ve never faced before. This is a support group for adults in the process of separation and/or divorce. Over the course of six weeks, we will meet and explore aspects of the divorce experience in a supportive and spiritual environment that will help guide you through the healing process.
 
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Alzheimer's Support Group begins monthly meetings here January 15

 
Many people feel overwhelmed these days juggling the demands of daily life. But for someone who cares for a loved one with dementia, the balancing act is tough. If you find yourself without the time to take care of your own needs, you may be putting yourself and your own health at risk. The challenge of caring for one’s self increases as the needs of the person with dementia increases. By learning caregiving skills, however, you can make sure that your loved one feels supported and is living a full life. You can also ensure that you are taking steps to preserve your own well-being.
 
If this sounds like you, then consider joining a support group that you can rely on for help. In fact, not finding the support you need may lead to caregiver burnout, damaging to both you and the person with dementia. 
 
An Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group will be meeting the 3rd Tuesday of each month at Arborlawn. Join us at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 15 for the first meeting. The group will meet in Room 212.  
 
Join us to find help with issues concerning the Do’s and Don’ts of working with persons with Dementia, How to Find Respite Care, Emergency Room Visits, Behaviors, Legal Plans, Basic of Alzheimer’s Disease and many more helpful topics. 
 
Alzheimer's Association support groups are offered free of charge and open to the community. For more details, contact Bryan Bellamy (817-731-0701).
 
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Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group: first monthly meeting January 15

 
Many people feel overwhelmed these days juggling the demands of daily life. But for someone who cares for a loved one with dementia, the balancing act is tough. If you find yourself without the time to take care of your own needs, you may be putting yourself and your own health at risk. The challenge of caring for one’s self increases as the needs of the person with dementia increases. By learning caregiving skills, however, you can make sure that your loved one feels supported and is living a full life. You can also ensure that you are taking steps to preserve your own well-being.
 
If this sounds like you, then consider joining a support group that you can rely on for help. In fact, not finding the support you need may lead to caregiver burnout, damaging to both you and the person with dementia. 
 
An Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group will be meeting the 3rd Tuesday of each month at Arborlawn. Join us at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 15 for the first meeting. The group will meet in Room 212.  
 
Join us to find help with issues concerning the Do’s and Don’ts of working with persons with Dementia, How to Find Respite Care, Emergency Room Visits, Behaviors, Legal Plans, Basic of Alzheimer’s Disease and many more helpful topics. 
 
Alzheimer's Association support groups are offered free of charge and open to the community. For more details, contact Bryan Bellamy (817-731-0701).
 
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Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group forming

 
Many people feel overwhelmed these days juggling the demands of daily life. But for someone who cares for a loved one with dementia, the balancing act is tough. If you find yourself without the time to take care of your own needs, you may be putting yourself and your own health at risk. The challenge of caring for one’s self increases as the needs of the person with dementia increases. By learning caregiving skills, however, you can make sure that your loved one feels supported and is living a full life. You can also ensure that you are taking steps to preserve your own well-being.
 
If this sounds like you, then consider joining a support group that you can rely on for help. In fact, not finding the support you need may lead to caregiver burnout, damaging to both you and the person with dementia. 
 
An Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group will be meeting the 3rd Tuesday of each month at Arborlawn. Join us at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 15 for the first meeting. The group will meet in Room 212.  
 
Join us to find help with issues concerning the Do’s and Don’ts of working with persons with Dementia, How to Find Respite Care, Emergency Room Visits, Behaviors, Legal Plans, Basic of Alzheimer’s Disease and many more helpful topics. 
 
Alzheimer's Association support groups are offered free of charge and open to the community. For more details, contact Bryan Bellamy (817-731-0701).
 
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Grief Support Group begins May 2

 
A Grief Support Group is beginning Wednesday, May 2. Join us from 6-7:30 p.m. in Room 220. The group will meet for six weeks, concluding on June 6.
 
This six-week support group is designed to provide individuals who have lost loved ones with a comfortable environment to express their thoughts and feelings regarding their loss, find a sense of hope for the future, and equip them with the tools to help others. Through group discussion, prayer, Bible study, and journaling, the participants examine a variety of factors that play a role in blocking their ability to adequately grieve.
 
If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Austin-Weeks.
 

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Roots of Change workshop: how emotions shape us

 
By Bryan Bellamy
 
Make plans to be a part of the Roots of Change workshop Apr. 20-21.
    
Roots of change is a program designed to expose how patterns in our emotions impact the way we work, think, pray, and love. The program was developed by Charles Gaby, Director of The Center for Creative Transformation.
    
Roots of Change is a journey into deeper community that offers the opportunity to strengthen relationships and discover new insights into our lives. The core materials are drawn from the writings of Silvan Tomkins, Donald Nathanson, Sam Keen, Walter Wink, and Ted Wachtel.
 

Arborlawn is offering this program as a two day study on Friday, Apr. 20 from 6-9 p.m. and continuing on Saturday, Apr. 21 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. This intensive weekend study is an opportunity for you to not only have a personally transformative experience, but explore ways in which you can relate better with others.
   
The cost of the program is $35 and includes the cost of materials and meals. Reservations need to be made by Apr. 15. Register here.
   
If you have questions or would like more details, please contact Bryan Bellamy (or 817-731-0701).
 
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