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• Connection Recovery Support Group

  <p>NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult 18+ who is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who have been there. </p><p>NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.</p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Connection is:</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Free of cost to participants</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Designed for adults (18+) with mental health condition(s)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Led by people with mental health conditions</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">90 minutes long &amp; meets every other week</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Confidential</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Free of advice - only suggestions are offered</span></li></ul><h5><span style="font-size: 14px;">What You’ll Gain</span></h5><h5><span style="font-size: 14px;">By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.</span></h5><p><a href="https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection" target="_blank">https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection</a></p> 2023-10-04 19:30:00 -0500

  10/04/23 @ 6:00 p.m.

  6:00 p.m.

  NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Linn County

  Cedar Rapids

• Expressive Arts for Children

  <p>Join us as Tanager's Expressive Arts Specialist Kelli Michel leads a music, movement, and visual arts program that allows children safe ways to explore emotions and build self-awareness and empathy.</p> 2023-09-25 11:00:00 -0500

  10/14/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Soul Care: Creative Arts Grief Support Group at Prairiewoods

  <p>Take time to connect with others in grief and engage the creative spark. Jamie Siela, LISW, from UnityPoint Hospice facilitates this monthly grief group open to anyone grieving loss through death. On the third Wednesday of each month, come together online or in person to explore a different creative art medium. On Oct. 18, we will create dimensional gift tags that can be used to add unique flair to gifts or admired as mementos. Participants will be invited to use a copy of a special photo or to use the materials provided. Registration is required by noon nine days in advance. Group art kits will be mailed to those who will be joining online one week prior to the session. Please note at registration if you plan to attend in person or online. This group is free and includes all art supplies. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2023-08-21 19:00:00 -0500

  10/18/23 @ 5:30 p.m.

  5:30 p.m.

  Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center

  Hiawatha

• Conversations for Couples

  <p>A monthly group for couples with one partner living with dementia to socialize, share and connect with other couples. &nbsp;A light meal will be served. &nbsp;Pre-registration is required by Oct. 12. &nbsp;To request Zoom information or register call the Family Caregivers Center at 319-221-8866 or email fcgc@mercycare.org.</p> 2023-09-13 18:30:00 -0500

  10/19/23 @ 5:00 p.m.

  5:00 p.m.

  Chris and Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia

  Cedar Rapids