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Upcoming Support Groups & Workshops
Strategies for Managing Life Transitions
Monday, September 8
Monday, September 15
Monday, September 22
Monday, September 29
Monday, October 6
Monday, October 13
Monday, October 20
Monday, October 27
Time: 10:00 AM -11:30 AM
Location: In person, Women & Family Life Center – Carriage House
96 Fair Street, Guilford, CT 06437
Description: Changes in life can be challenging, this 8 session support group can help! Moving homes, having a child go off to college, or becoming a stepparent are just some examples of life transitions this group helps people work though. Additionally, the purpose of this workshop is to provide participants with the coping skills needed to minimize unproductive responses to their identified life transition. The group is facilitated by Dr. Margo Merin, DSW who is experienced in meditation and mindfulness, as well as grief and bereavement counseling. Dr. Merin graduated from Columbia University with a Master of Science in Advanced Clinical Practice from the School of Social Work and went on to receive a Doctorate in Social Work from Southern Connecticut State University.
Bereavement Support Group
Monday, September 8
Monday, September 15
Monday, September 22
Monday, September 29
Monday, October 6
Monday, October 13
Monday, October 20
Monday, October 27
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Location: Women & Family Life Center – Carriage House
96 Fair Street, Guilford, CT 06437
Description: Dr. Margo Merin, DSW, leads this Bereavement Group over 8-weeks. This is a welcoming space where anyone experiencing the bereavement process can come as they are. Share, connect, and find support in a safe, understanding environment. Dr. Merin brings deep expertise in grief, bereavement, and working with older adults, and has run similar supportive groups that focus on healing, mindfulness, and rebuilding one’s sense of purpose.
Taking Care: Empowerment for Women Navigating Healthcare
Date: Saturday, November 8th
Time: 9:30 AM
Description: Facilitator Maya Bartel, a Family Nurse Practitioner practicing in Guilford, will educate participants on how to feel visible in the health care system, understand medical records, and establish a more productive partnership with their providers. This workshop is open to women who are 18 years or older.
Location: In person, Women & Family Life Center – Carriage House
96 Fair Street, Guilford, CT 06437
Registration is required. Learn more at www.womenandfamilylife.org. Call Women & Family Life Center at (203) 458-6699 or email programs@womenandfamilylife.orgto register. To access all services at the Women & Family Life Center, participants must complete an intake process with a Referral Navigator.
Our Support Programs
Safe Search
Financial Consults
Safe Search
A secure, private space where participants can safely make phone calls, access the internet, use computers, printers, and securely store documents.
Safe Search is available Monday through Friday, 10:00am–3:00pm. Visit us in person to access this service.
Lawyer Time
Financial Consults
Safe Search
Meet privately with a volunteer attorney to review civil legal questions and better understand your rights. Appointments are typically scheduled 1–2 months in advance.
W&FLC does not provide pro bono services or legal representation.
Financial Consults
Financial Consults
Financial Consults
Meet with a volunteer Financial Consultants for personalized sessions focused on budgeting, credit, divorce finances, debt, and handling important paperwork.