Group sessions

We currently offer three different group sessions for women. To register, or for more information, please contact 905.728.0978 ext. 235 or email us.

Early Information Sessions

Timing:

• one two-hour session
• offered every two weeks

These sessions are for women who…

• are in the early stages of their family law process, and
• may or may not have a lawyer

What these sessions provide:

• answers to common questions about the family law process
• tips on navigating the family law system
• safety planning
• an information package
• information about other services offered by Luke’s Place and in the community

Legal Information Workshops

Timing:

• workshops run weekly in Spring and Fall on various legal topics such as working with your lawyer, completing financial statements, restraining orders, applying for custody
• participate in one, some, or all of the workshops

These sessions are for women who…

• are involved in a family court case
• want to become “family law literate”
• may or may not have a lawyer

Delivered by a family law lawyer and a legal support worker, these sessions provide:

• information on the family court process
• tips on positive relationships with lawyers
• tips on completing family court forms
• an information package

Family Law Networking Groups

Timing:

• weekly meetings

These sessions are for women who…

• have left an abusive relationship
• are involved or may become involved in a family court case
• would like some ongoing support

This is a peer support group that provides:

• an opportunity to share strategies and information about navigating the family law process
• emotional support from other women in similar situations
• a trained facilitator who guides discussion and can offer referrals

Topics that may be covered include:

• the impact of abuse on children
• helping children cope with separation and divorce
• setting boundaries
• becoming more assertive
• the challenges of co-parenting
• self care and self esteem

For more information on any of these groups, please contact 905.728.0978 ext. 228 or email admin@lukesplace.ca.

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