~ in loving memory
Reflections of time – The long and the short! April 4th 2017 I hated hearing “Time heals all wounds” back in the beginning. I almost felt indignant about this phrase when the cards poured into my mailbox in the weeks, months following Rehtaeh’s death. I was overwhelmed with gratitude for the love I received andRead more about Reflections of Time – The long and the short[…]
Sexualized Violence affects us all. The more we speak about this trauma and how communities are impacted the greater chances of changes the status quo. #startbybelieving #creatingsafersupportivecommunities Join us April 8th for this important walk
Our grief retreat was one filled with love, understanding, healing and support. We gathered as parents with the common experience of child loss. Many of us never met before. This type of loss is so profoundly painful we often feeling isolated and alone. I knew we needed something to come together but I could neverRead more about The Grief Retreat 2016[…]
I am waiting to hear the outcome today. I feel we need to send a strong message to youth that sharing intimate images is going to get you in a whole lot of trouble. This type of behaviour is causing kids so much emotional damage. We are losing our children due to the cruelty ofRead more about Bill C-13[…]
August 4th…I have not been paying attention to the dates lately. I knew Natal Day was August 1st but with summer off with the kids the dates seem to be blending together. However, the last couple of nights I had several dreams of Rehtaeh. Of course the dreams often result in her being here withRead more about Wisdom of the Body/Mind[…]
Every 3rd Friday of the month we offer a support group. Everyone affected by suicide is welcome.
This Friday March 18th is our first support group for anyone affected by suicide. Suicide loss is a complex grief and often we feel very isolated in our pain. Rehtaeh Parsons Society along with Eastern Shore Mental Health have teamed up with Grief Counsellor Roy Ellis to offer a place to “feel” heard and toRead more about Support Group Begins[…]
Because sexualized violence affects us all. This event is a Memorial Walk for Rehtaeh to bring awareness to the issues of sexualized violence in our communities. We need to evaluate societal perceptions of rape and sexual violence which includes the evergrowing nature of “cyber slut shaming” We have a great line up of speakers/entertainers followingRead more about Rae’s Awareness Walk[…]
The Society offers a Yoga Program every Sunday evening and everyone is welcome. Its gentle yoga connecting mind/body/spirit. Drop by any time. We would love you to join us. Location: 122 Portland St Dartmouth (upstairs) Time: 7:00pm til 8:15pm When: Every Sunday Evening
December 4th Reflections I could feel December coming for weeks like a dark cloud. As each week/day brought me closer to December my chest felt heavier, the pain in my hips more intense. I reminded myself to take deep breaths as I continually noticed my shallow breathing patterns. I touch my hand to my heartRead more about December’s Reflections[…]