Creative Expression Programs

Inspiring healthy minds, bodies, and spirits in the communities we serve and live in. 

Creative expression following a loss can be very therapeutic, helping you to express and release your own painful, stressful emotions that are too difficult to put into words. Creative expression can bring on a physiological relaxation response, allowing you to express extreme emotions in a safe manner.

Mindful Expression

Bringing your memories to life through a broad artistic spectrum with various creative mediums such as writing and visual art.

Facing the mourning

Facing the Mourning is part class, part support group, part personal discovery, a program designed by Heartlight Center. This in-person series will guide you through honoring, processing, and creating milestones through your grief. The group is an interactive support program open to all types of losses.

Attendance and Building trust

Participants must commit to attending each week of the six-part series. Each session builds upon the previous week with shared experiences, activities, and stories. Consistent weekly attendance is essential for structured support and for participants to establish trust and connection with their group members.

Weekly modules include:

  • Keeping Your Memories Alive

  • Letter Writing

  • Journaling Your Thoughts

  • Working Towards the Future

The cost is $40 per participant and includes the facing the mourning manual. Class size is limited to 10 and will be held each Friday from 4:30 - 6:00 pm.

 
 

Availability

6 Week Series Beginning Friday, August 23, 2024

Time

4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

DIY HOLIDAY MEMORIAL ORNAMENT

Join us in this season in a heartwarming DIY holiday memorial ornament workshop. This workshop invites participants to create personalized ornaments in honor of cherished memories and loved one's no longer with us. This creative gathering offers a comforting space to share stories, laughter, and remembrance. Shared discussion will be facilitated on coping with grief during the holidays. As you exchange stories and craft ornaments, you'll not only create beautiful keepsakes but also build a sense of connection and remembrance that will infuse your holiday celebrations with warmth and meaning for years to come. No talent or skill is required!

The cost is $35 per participant and includes most supplies. Class size is limited.

 

Availability

November 1, 2024

Time

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

 **RLF administrative and clinical staff do not provide 24 emergency care. RLF's mission is to provide grief care and is NOT intended for crisis intervention or care.

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