Life Skills

Dating in Midlife
A workshop men and women over 40 who find themselves single in midlife, perhaps unexpectedly, due to divorce, death, or just having found that "right" person. For more information, call Shawna Sidney at 416.638.7800, ext. 215.
 DateDayStart TimeEnd TimeLocation
Register11/25/2010Thur7:00 PM9:30 PM4600 Bathurst Street - 1st Flr

The Challenge of Anger for Women - 6 Sessions
Women in this six-session voluntary group will learn how to express anger in an assertive, non-aggressive and more effective way. Anger is a normal, usually healthy emotion, but when it gets out of control it can lead to problems at home, at work and in the general quality of your life. Topics include: anger as a response to loss, fear, hurt and frustration; understanding triggers; alternative techniques to express anger more effectively; physiological and emotional responses to anger.
FEE: $100 PER PERSON To register, please select from the program schedule below.
 DateDayStart TimeEnd TimeLocation
Register10/21/2010Thur7:30 PM9:00 PM4600 Bathurst Street - 1st Flr

Life Skills for Today's Woman- 6 Sessions
Join other women in a six-session series to discuss relevant issues and learn new skills. Topics will include building self-esteem; communication and conflict resolution; making changes in your life; time and stress management; assertiveness and problem solving
FEE: $120 PER PERSON To register, please select from the program schedule below.
 DateDayStart TimeEnd TimeLocation
Register10/06/2010Wed7:00 PM9:00 PM4600 Bathurst Street - 1st Flr

Marriage Prep - Beyond the Chuppah - Becoming a Couple - 5 or 6 sessions or 2 day intensive session
Beyond the Chuppah…Becoming a Couple In this program on building a positive marital relationship, you will meet with other engaged couples to discuss topics including: changing social, family and career roles; finances; sexuality and intimacy; realistic expectations; Jewish family life; handling conflict; communication.
FEE: $236/COUPLE For more information, including locations, call Shawna Sidney at 416-638-7800 ext 6215.
 DateDayStart TimeEnd TimeLocation
Register10/19/2010Tue7:30 PM9:00 PMOther - See Description
Register02/09/2011Wed7:00 PM9:00 PMOther - See Description

Couple Communication® - 4 Sessions
In this four-session program for couples, you will learn eleven skills that will change the way you talk and listen. Through communication you begin, maintain, strengthen or destroy a relationship. The purpose of Couple Communication is to help partners communicate better about day-to-day issues and resolve their conflicts...in other words, build a more satisfying relationship. FEE: $200/COUPLE (includes workbooks & materials) To register, please select from the program schedule below.
 DateDayStart TimeEnd TimeLocation
Register11/11/2010Thur7:00 PM9:00 PM4600 Bathurst Street - 1st Flr

Asperger's 101
Understanding Asperger’s Syndrome - myth vs reality TOPICS WILL INCLUDE: · What is Asperger’s Syndrome? · Asperger’s and mental health · Working with Asperger’s individuals
 DateDayStart TimeEnd TimeLocation
Register10/21/2010Thur7:00 PM9:00 PM4600 Bathurst Street - 1st Flr

Stepping Stones: Journey to Employment
AN ESSENTIAL WORKSHOP FOR WOMEN LOOKING TO ENTER OR RE-ENTER THE WORKFORCE. TOPICS WILL INCLUDE: · Obstacles to finding work · What you bring to the table · Fields vs Occupations · Research and networking skills
 DateDayStart TimeEnd TimeLocation
Register11/16/2010Tue7:30 PM9:30 PM4600 Bathurst Street - 1st Flr
Register11/16/2010Tue7:30 PM9:30 PM4600 Bathurst Street - 1st Flr