Caught in the Middle Program

A support and education program for children 8 - 12 whose parents are in conflict over separation and divorce issues.

Caught in the Middle gives children a chance to work through their questions, concerns and anxieties with other children their own age. The group is led by Family Conciliation counsellors.

Group Focus

It has been designed to provide support and education to families by meeting with the children, to work through post-separation issues. There are no fees for this service.

Group Size

Group will consist of six to eight children.

Duration & Time of Group

There will be two sessions: January to March and September to December. During these periods, meetings will be held Tuesday evenings for eight to ten weeks, from 6:00 pm until 7:30 pm.

Weekly Themes

• Self-esteem
• Family restructuring
• Loss, anger and grief
• Step-families, blended families
• Dealing with family conflict
• Loyalty issues
• Feelings
• Legal concerns

Benefits for Families

• Easing the stress of separation and divorce
• Building self-confidence
• Kids talking to kids
• Learning to cope with feeling
• Providing reassurance and feedback
• Letting go of anger and guilt
• A time for fun

For more information, phone or write:

Family Conciliation Services
2nd Floor - 379 Broadway
Winnipeg MB R3C 0T9
Phone: (204) 945-7236
Fax: (204) 948-2142
Toll-free: 1-800-282-8069
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