Caring/Coping/Connecting is a monthly newsletter created by WRDSB social workers and psychology consultants.
Recognizing the need to share information with all caregivers and families within the WRDSB, social workers and psychology consultants created this newsletter to share information on resources and community supports with our families.
June 2022 – Your Direction is to Seek Connection
The June 2022 edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses how we need to be close and connected to others. Read the June 2022 edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting.
May 2022 – When Feeling Stressed, Good News Is Best
The May 2022 edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses on how we can better understand stress, and how it affects us. Read the May 2022 edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting.
March 2022 – Moving from Stuck to Unstuck
The March 2022 edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses on how we can get unstuck when things get in our way. Read the March 2022 edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting.
February 2022 – Assertive Communication
The February 2022 edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses on how we can prioritize our own well-being while strengthening our relationships with others. Read the February 2022 edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting.
January 2022 – Happy New Years Resolutions
The January 2022 edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses on how we can set realistic goals for the year ahead, while approaching ourselves with self-compassion. Read the January 2022 edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting.
November 2021 – An Attitude of Gratitude
The November edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses on how we can all feel grateful by focusing on the positives in our lives, no matter how small they may seem. Read the November 2021 edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting.
October 2021 – Thriving and Surviving
The October edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses on coping in a challenging time. During a pandemic, the balance of stress is stacked against us, but with the right strategies and supports, we can help restore a sense of balance. Read the October edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting.
June 2021 – Reflecting and Connecting
The June edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses on ways we can try to continue to connect and draw strength from our connections with others. Read the June edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting.
May 2021 – Riding the Waves of Big Emotions
The May edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses on Riding the Waves of Big Emotions. Read the May edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting.
April 2021 – Taming Your Inner Critic
The April edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting focuses on how to tame your inner critic, and focus purposefully on the positive. Read the April edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting.
March 2021 – Caring for Self and Caring for Others
This month focuses on finding your love language, sleep tips for yourself and your children, community events and Lunch & Learn dates and topics for families. Read the March edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting.
January 2021 – Self-Compassion
Videos, resources and links to community services are included and information on a new weekly Lunch & Learn for Caregivers by the psychology department. Read the January edition of Caring/Coping/Connecting.
