Project Reslience: No One Walks Alone
Wednesday Oct 20, MDAM westman was invited by the RHA conference organizer to display materials and be present at Project Resilience: No One Walks Alone . This was an in-person event featuring on-going speakers and displays. It was for current and retired military, police, fire, and first responders. It was quite well received by the target population.
Men's Workshop Group
MDAM Westman's men's workshop group with the dog houses they have built for delivery to Northern communities. This project is a partnership between the MDAM men's workshop group facilitated by Brent Rosnoski, BNRC (Brandon Neighbourhood renewal Creation Nation Makers' Space), local realtor Zak Munn, and the Brandon Humane Society. This is the second shipment of houses they have completed and are currently building on a third right now.
Peer Support and Services in the Westman Region
Soul Sisters
Tuesday mornings from 10:00 to 11:00 am. This is a "coffee and conversation" support group for women experiencing mood disorders, low mood, or the frustrations and concerns of Covid-19. It is a group of women helping women through sisterhood and connection. This group does not meet on statutory holidays. (No charge for this group)
To receive the link to this group or for further information, please contact westman@moodmb.ca or call / text Marian at 204 721 2174 or Susan at susans@moodmb.ca
Cut the Clutter
Online, Wednesday evenings from 6 to 7 pm. Join us for an hour of weekly decluttering tasks to simplify your surroundings and rid yourself of unnecessary clutter. There's also a private Facebook group for members only to share ideas, progress and pictures.
For more information and/or to receive the Zoom and Facebook links, please email corib@moodmb.ca
Mixed Peer Support
Monday evening from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. This group does not meet on statutory holidays. (no charge for this group).
To receive the link to this group or further information, please contact Westman@moodmb.ca, or call or text Marian at 204 721 2174 or or Nikki at adassit@moodmb.ca
Brandon Men's Activity Club
Wednesday afternoon from 1:30 to 3:30 pm in person at the BNRC Creation Nation Maker Space in Brandon, Manitoba. It is a group aimed primarily at men 40+ but those younger are welcome as well. The group fosters socialization and connection amongst men in a workshop setting. This group does not meet on statutory holidays. (No charge for this group)
To receive the link to this group or for further information, please contact Marian at westman@moodmb.ca or at 204 721 2174
Westman Men's Exchange
Thursday afternoon at 1:30 to 3:00 pm. Join men aged 18+ from Westman area to discuss news about your community, your interests and general connection and camaraderie.
For more information or to register for free, please email at westman@moodmb.ca or call / text 204 721 2174
Bipolar Peer Support Group
Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. An online peer support group for those living with bipolar, diagnosed or undiagnosed. Meet and connect with peers in your area on Thursday nights. This group does not meet on statutory holidays. (No charge for this group)
To receive the link to this group or for further information, please email at westman@moodmb.ca or call / text 204 721 2174
Online Peer Support:
For access to our Provincial Peer Support Groups, click HERE
Presentation & Workshop Requests
If you are interested in scheduling a presentation, please fill out the Presentation Request Form.
Completed forms may be emailed to Marian Goldstone
For more information contact Marian at (204) 721-2174
Volunteering:
Interested in volunteering? Please click here to apply.
Westman Region Contact
Contact: Marian Goldstone, Outreach Manager
Phone: (204)-721-2174
Email: westman@moodmb.ca
Office Address: 217 10th Street, Unit C, Brandon, MB R7A 4E9
Westman Crisis Phone List
All Rural Farm and Rural Stress Line: 866-367-3276
Brandon and Assiniboine: 888-379-7699