{"id":5763,"date":"2025-04-15T22:49:26","date_gmt":"2025-04-16T02:49:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prescottgroup.ca\/?post_type=program&p=5763"},"modified":"2025-04-30T19:34:26","modified_gmt":"2025-04-30T23:34:26","slug":"wellness-and-self-advocacy","status":"publish","type":"program","link":"https:\/\/prescottgroup.ca\/programs\/daytime-activities\/wellness-and-self-advocacy\/","title":{"rendered":"Wellness and self-advocacy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Wellness and Self-advocacy<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Your voice matters! Our Wellness and Self-Advocacy programs help you understand your rights, make good choices, and speak up for yourself in your daily life. You will learn how to take care of your health, stay safe, and feel more confident in your decisions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Wellness and self-advocacy activities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here are just some of the activities you can choose from:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stress management and relaxation workshops<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Learn techniques like deep breathing, mindfulness, and guided relaxation to manage stress and feel calmer.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Building social connections<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Participate in activities that help you make friends, build relationships, and strengthen your support network.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Self-advocacy training<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Learn how to ask for what you need and make choices that are right for you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Understanding your rights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Find out where to go for help and how to protect yourself.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Managing my support workers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Empower yourself by learning how to manage your own staff and support.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Health and wellness planning<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Set goals to take care of your body and mind.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Decision-making skills<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Gain independence by making your own choices with confidence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Personal and online safety<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Learn how to set boundaries and stay safe in real life and online.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Community engagement<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Get involved, make friends, and share your ideas in your community.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Becoming a Self-Advocate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Being a self-advocate means knowing what you want, speaking up, and asking for help when you need it. If something doesn\u2019t feel right, trust yourself and talk to someone you trust.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Program highlights and successes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What our friends are saying…<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Building awareness<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“I feel really good online since learning how to be internet safe.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\u2014 Participant<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Build confidence<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“After practicing at day programs, I can advocate for myself. “<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Life long skills<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“I can now set my own goals and I know how to ask for the help I need.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\u2014 Participant<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Program highlights<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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