Peer Support and Services in the Westman Region







Peer Support Groups
Mixed Peer Support Group
Monday evening from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. 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 Cori at corib@moodmb.ca . This group does not meet on statutory holidays. (no charge for this group).
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. To receive the link to this group or for further information, please contact westman@moodmb.ca or call or text Marian at 204 721 2174 or Susan at susans@moodmb.ca (no charge for this group)
Cut the Clutter
Tuesday afternoons at 2:00 to 3:00 pm. Join us for an hour of decluttering tips, tricks and weekly tasks, to simplify your surroundings and rid yourself of unnecessary "stuff". There's a private Facebook group for members only to share their ideas, progress and pictures. For more information and to receive the links, please email corib@moodmb.ca
Women's Wellness
Wednesday mornings from 10:00 to 11:00 am. This is a friends and family support group for women experiencing the "unhelpful behaviors" of others, including mood disorders and/or co-occurring addictions. It focuses upon strategies for self-development and self-care. This group does not meet on statutory holidays. To receive the link to this group or for further information, please contact Cori at corib@moodmb.ca or Marian at westman@moodmb.ca or call or text 204 721 2174 (no charge for this group)
Brandon Men's Activities Club
Wednesday afternoon from 1:30 to 3:30 pm in person at the BNRC Creation Nation Maker Space in Brandon Mb. 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. Registration is required prior to attending the group. This group does not meet on statutory holidays. To receive further information or to register, please contact Brent by phone or text at 204-727-4995, or Marian at westman@moodmb.ca or call or text 204 721 2174. (No charge for this group).
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, email brentr@moodmb.ca or westman@moodmb.ca You can also call or 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. To receive the link to this group or further information, please contact westman@moodmb.ca or call or text 204-721-2174 (no charge for this group).
Information
The Westman Region offers other groups on wellness, meditation and mindfulness, but these require prior registration. Please contact Marian at westman@moodmb.ca for further information.
*At the current time, we offer no groups outside of Brandon. Although we hope to be offering some community seminars in the near future.
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) 725-1232
Email: westman@moodmb.ca
Office Address: 940 Princess Ave., Unit 4 Office 11, Brandon, MB, R7A 4E9
Westman Crisis Phone List
All Rural Farm and Rural Stress Line: 866-367-3276
Brandon and Assiniboine: 888-379-7699