AOCDF March 2024 E-Newsletter đź“„ |
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AOCDF Exposure Walk at WEM NEW DATE: Wednesday, March 20, 2024, @ 6:30pm - 7:30pm (This is a free event) Members are invited to meet the AOCDF Facilitators at door #2 in WEM by the mini golf for 6:30pm. There will be a 1-hour walk in the mall with various stops and instructions to voluntarily practice various exposures together. After the walk, members are free to leave or stay for lunch in the food court and socialize. For more information, visit the AOCDF events page or email ocdalberta@gmail.com |
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Ask the OCD Therapist @ the next AOCDF Family & Caregiver OCD Support Group |
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The Alberta OCD Foundation's Family & Caregiver OCD Support Groups are held online once a month. Join us at 7:00pm-8:30pm on Thursday, March 14, 2024 and meet other family members and caregivers of individuals who live with OCD. During this session, Registered Psychologist, Janet Caryk, will join to meet with attendees for questions and answers. Janet is an experienced ERP therapist with years of treating OCD behind her. Janet has been a strong advocate for those who live with OCD. We hope you can join for this great opportunity! Find out more about the program and register for the next group by clicking the button below. |
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May the Phone be with Us 50/50 Raffle DRAW DATE: MAY THE FOURce |
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This 50/50, the AOCDF is raising funds for a much needed mobile phone and a phone plan. Owning a mobile phone can be shared among the board members, taking shifts on answering the public's calls as we do not own a physical location. As a grassroots Foundation, we rely on the public for generous donations for the operations of the Foundation including website, events, and supplies. All the work done by board members is on a volunteer basis. Thank you for your contribution! Without you, the foundation could not be possible. |
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AOCDF Adult OCD Support Group |
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The Alberta OCD Foundation's GOAL Adult OCD Support Groups are held online once a month. Join us at 7:00pm-9:00pm on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. Find out more about the program and register for the next group by clicking the button below. |
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THE TOURETTE OCD ALBERTA NETWORK Creating an IPP for a student with Tourette syndrome and/or obsessive-compulsive disorder For Parents and Patients May 22, 2024 7:30pm to 8:30pm Adrienne Hill and Julian Fletcher discuss how to create an effective Individual Program Plan (IPP) and why it is an important document for a student with Tourette syndrome and/or OCD. |
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In-Person Workshop in Edmonton Psychoeducation and behavioural therapy for Tourette syndrome and obsessive-compulsive disorder |
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For Healthcare Workers May 16, 2024
8:30am to 12pm |
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IOCDF Livestream: Supporting Our Families |
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Check out a recent livestream hosted by the International OCD Foundation that is geared towards parents and caregivers who support children and loved ones with OCD. Click the image below to watch! |
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"Anxiety can become the cult leader of your family. what if you're the first to want out?" With Lynn Lyons |
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Lynn Lyons is a social worker and psychotherapist who specializes in treating anxiety disorders. Listen to one of her recent FlusterClux podcasts by clicking the image below! |
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Resourceful Reads: Coming Soon! |
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We are looking forward to Dr. Pollard’s new book about recovery avoidance! When A Loved One Won't Seek Mental Health Treatment by C. Alec Pollard et al. The release date will be May 1st, 2024. Click the image below to learn more or pre-order. |
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OCD in Kids and Teens: A Free Online Course |
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Click the button below to sign up for a free course on OCD in Kids and Teens. This course will take place online on March 21, 2024 at 8am-12:30pm MST and is hosted by McLean Hospital. |
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Submit your story to our blog! |
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Has OCD affected your life? You're not alone. Share your story to help empower the others and spread awareness about OCD. If you are interested, please send an email to ocdalberta@gmail.com. |
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