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Stephanie Kindberg <[email protected]>
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Marta Aarli <[email protected]> Fri, May 27, 2016 at 9:41 AMReply-To: [email protected]: [email protected]
Community Programs Newsletter June 2016
Windhorse is based on the principle of whole person, environmental therapy. We are dedicated to cultivating a committed therapeutic community of clients,
families,and clinicians through a culture of continuous mutual learning.
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Weekly Group Activities and Classes
MondaysAwakening Your Windhorse:Mind-Body Wellbeing Class ~ 2:30-4:00pm Come rouse your windhorse in this new community program. In this program we willexplore what health and wellness mean to you. Windhorse is an uplifting energy that helpsa person to heal and overcome depression in the process of recovery. In this program youwill practice skills to cultivate self-compassion and health through your mind, body, andactions. The vibrancy of health and wellness is accessible in every moment, and in thisprogram we hope to help you discover an experience of wellbeing that will last you into thefuture and into recovery. June 6 – Group Discussion and Skill Building: The first Monday of each month we willdiscuss our progress over the past month. We will learn about the dimensions of wellbeing,and find the areas we want to cultivate and improve. We will practice skills that can help usalong the path to health and recovery* Exploring the Dimensions of Wellbeing and Setting Personal Intentions June 13 – Exploration and Adventure: Each month we will explore a new activity out inthe world. Anything from hiking to rock climbing; we want to discover what excites you andhow you can become an expert in chasing down your dreams. Suggestions are welcome.* Wonderland Lake Walk and Lucky’s Bakehouse June 20 – Nutrition Kitchen: Each month we will make delicious meals that will satisfyour hunger and support our mind and body.· This month we will make fruit smoothies. If there is a certain fruit or ingredient you wouldlike, make sure to let us know, or pick one up yourself so we can try out some personalexperiments.· We will also plan activities for the next month.
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June 27 – Intro to Yoga and Body Dynamics: Each month we will learn more about themind-body connection and how that plays a role in our ability to awaken our windhorse.We will learn about the breath and practice basic yoga flows and poses that will helpincrease strength, endurance, and focus.* Introduction to Yoga and Body Dynamics Groups facilitated by Art Ginley, JoAnn Burton, and Judy Halloran.
Tuesdays & ThursdaysStress Management ~ 1:30-3:00pm *Starts June 7Stress is a normal part of life that canmotivate us and bring us opportunitiesto learn and grow. It can also bephysically and psychologically harmfuland cause series problems that caninterfere with our Recovery Journey.This class is designed to study stressand share ways we can manage iteffectively Contact JoAnn: [email protected]
WednesdaysSocial Rec Group ~ 1:15-3:15pm This group is led by Cara. The group decides on the activities, and an email is sent outevery week with details of that week's activity - including movies, hiking and walking, socialgatherings, crafts, games, etc. Please bring your own spending money, generally around
$10 for each activity. June Activities:June 1: Putt PuttJune 8: PicnicJune 15: Farmers Market * change of time 4-5pmJune 22: Frisbee golfJune 29: Walk on Pearl Street & Pizza Colore Contact Cara: [email protected]
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Wednesdays Garden Group ~ 5:00-6:30pm It’s Spring! Come join the Garden Group in planningand planting our new plot at Foothills CommunityGarden in north Boulder. If you're curious aboutgardening and want to learn how, or if you havesome gardening experience, we would love for youto join us as we begin this adventure together. Contact: Don: [email protected]
FridaysBlack Cat Farm Project ~ 9:30-12:30pm This group is part of the job readiness program foremployment. Come out to the farm with our crew toplant vegatables, harvest the new growth for theFamers Market and pick fresh vegatables for theBlack Cat Farm to Table Restaurant. Contact Stephanie: [email protected]
Monthly Happenings
Family Support Group ~ May 9, 5:00-6:30pm The Family Support group meets on the 2nd Monday of each month, from 5-6:30pm, and isco-led by Kathy and Jeanne. This is a support group for all family members of Windhorse clients. They meet in the officeat 1501 Yarmouth Ave. Contact Kathy: [email protected] or Jeanne: [email protected]
After Hours Social Club ~ 6:00-8:00pm2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month ~ June 14 and June 28
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After Hours Social Club is a place to gather, to sharegifts, musical or otherwise, with friends andcommunity members. Bring a song, poem, or a joketo share on the Social Club stage, or just come by toenjoy the Social Club "vibe", for an evening ofcreative sharing and social fun. Working on artprojects is also welcome. Windhorse CommunityRoom at 1200 Yarmouth.Hosted by Lori, Eric, and Don. Contact Don: [email protected]
Dinner Club ~ 4:00-6:00pm1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month ~ June 7 and June 21 Come Join us for Dinner! We will be gathering to plan and cook a delicious meal to eat in or takeon a picnic. Enjoy fresh seasonal ingredients fromour Community Garden! We welcome yourfavorite recipes and special request. Join us forgreat food and company. Contact Stephanie:[email protected]
4th of July Picnic at Chautauqua, July 1, 4-6:00 pm
Come join the Windhorse 4th of July picnic atChautauqua Park on Friday, July 1. We will have greatfood, music and outdoor games. More informationforthcoming.
4th Friday Lunch ~ Community Programs OrientationJune 24, 10:30-1:00
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Windhorse Community Programs Meet and Greet ~ Please join us for a free lunch on the last Friday of each month. This is a chance for new clients and existing clients to come together to meet each other and the staff. At this time we will discuss the latest in Community Programs and invite feedback and suggestions. If you would like to help prepare the lunch please be there by 10:30am.
Focus Story
Windhorse Community Services in Boston! JoAnn Dorio Burton and Kristin Becker have been invited to speak at theRecovery Workforce Summit in Boston next Tuesday, May 24th. This 3 dayconference is held annually and is presented by the Psychiatric RehabAssociation. Over 1000 participants including, professionals, (administratorsand practitioners) people with lived experiences and family members attendthis event. JoAnn and Kristin, representing WCS, feel honored to be selectedas presenters and are excited to share the Hero's Journey curriculum withthe Psych Rehab community. They also look forward to attending theplenaries, and workshops, learning about innovative approaches in workingwith people and networking with fellow attendees.
Below is a description of their presentation.
The Hero's Journey: An Innovative Approach to Exploring theRecovery Process and Empowering The Hero Within
JoAnn Dorio Burton, CPRP, Community Programs Administrator,Windhorse
Community Services and Kristin Becker
Pat Deegan encourages us all to "suspend (our) perception of people aschronic mental patients and try to see the individual as a hero." Inspired byPat Deegan and the stories of countless heroes both fictional and non-fictional, the Hero’s Journey curriculum, developed by JoAnn Dorio Burtonand Kristin Becker, takes participants on their own hero's journey. Byexploring parallels between the hero's journey and the recovery journey it ispossible to shift perception from that of a victim to that of a hero. Suddenly, harrowing experiences are seen as bolstering rather than
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destructive, and a remarkable inner strength is brought to life. Thejourneyman is transformed. This Ted-like talk will give participants asampling of the Hero’s Journey curriculum, why it was developed and how itcan be used as a creative tool to help people in recovery.
Upcoming Community Events
Farmers Market:https://www.boulderdowntown.com/do/boulder-farmers-market56 Bands on the Bricks:https://www.boulderdowntown.com/do/bands-on-the-bricks31 Colorado Shakespeare Festival:https://www.boulderdowntown.com/do/classics-101-colorado-shakespeare-festival Civic Walking Tours:https://www.boulderdowntown.com/do/civic-area-walking-tours Folk Dancing on the Plaza:https://www.boulderdowntown.com/do/folkdancing-on-the-plaza
Community Calendar ~ June 2016
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Windhorse Community Programs:JoAnn Burton - [email protected] - 303-974-0112
Windhorse Community Services Admissions:
Anne Marie DiGiacomo - [email protected] - 303-786-9314 ext 125
1200 Yarmouth Ave C-1B, Boulder, CO 80304 - Administration and Community Building1501 Yarmouth Ave, Boulder, CO 80304 - Clinical Offices
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