FINDING THE LIGHT
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At Transforming Life in Change we recognise the huge importance of social connecteness for emotional and mental wellbeing.
Those who are more vulnerable and susceptible to social isolation, whether through the need for social distancing or due to high levels of anxiety, can find it difficult to leave their home and engage in activities that allow for a creative and social outlet.
Finding the Light program was developed to promote wellness and positive self care activities during social isolation.
The key is to have positive, fun things to do that help you engage and connect with people and the outside world from the comfort of your home.
The program’s activities and regular phone sessions ensure that support is appropriately provided and referrals to experience psychologists occurs if isolation is impacting an individuals emotional and mental health.
At Transforming Life in Change we recognise the huge importance of social connecteness for emotional and mental wellbeing.
Those who are more vulnerable and susceptible to social isolation, whether through the need for social distancing or due to high levels of anxiety, can find it difficult to leave their home and engage in activities that allow for a creative and social outlet.
Finding the Light program was developed to promote wellness and positive self care activities during social isolation.
The key is to have positive, fun things to do that help you engage and connect with people and the outside world from the comfort of your home.
The program’s activities and regular phone sessions ensure that support is appropriately provided and referrals to experience psychologists occurs if isolation is impacting an individuals emotional and mental health.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
It start’s with a Box of Light being hand-delivered to the participants home each month containing 4 weeks’ worth of activities, games and fun things to do.
The activities have been developed by our resident art therapy and counselling team to promote mindfulness, self-awareness and spark the creative mind.
Activities range from art and craft, mindfulness activities, and games that can be played over the phone and seed planting!
Additional activities and worksheets are provided as ‘In your own time’ options for in between sessions.
Once a client has been registered and approved for the program, a trained TLC Light Buddy will contact the participant and book two weekly sessions with them. This can be done over the phone, via Whatsapp or through a Zoom Video Call, whatever is easier for the participant.
The purpose of the call is to have a friendly chat, guide the client through the weeks activities and conduct a wellness check.
Wellness checks are not a formal assessment but a useful way to check in with the emotional and mental wellbeing of the client and flag any areas of concern to refer to the supervising psychologist.
Once the COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, there will be the option to have one session of the two sessions a week delivered face to face.
The activities have been developed by our resident art therapy and counselling team to promote mindfulness, self-awareness and spark the creative mind.
Activities range from art and craft, mindfulness activities, and games that can be played over the phone and seed planting!
Additional activities and worksheets are provided as ‘In your own time’ options for in between sessions.
Once a client has been registered and approved for the program, a trained TLC Light Buddy will contact the participant and book two weekly sessions with them. This can be done over the phone, via Whatsapp or through a Zoom Video Call, whatever is easier for the participant.
The purpose of the call is to have a friendly chat, guide the client through the weeks activities and conduct a wellness check.
Wellness checks are not a formal assessment but a useful way to check in with the emotional and mental wellbeing of the client and flag any areas of concern to refer to the supervising psychologist.
Once the COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, there will be the option to have one session of the two sessions a week delivered face to face.
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?
Anyone is welcome to participate in the program. We have noticed that the program seems especially beneficial for clients who experience high levels of social isolation whether that be due to social distancing or social anxieties.
The Finding the Light program complements broader psychological and social supports by offering a ‘problem free’ space where they can engage and connect. We are a fully accredited NDIS provider.
The Finding the Light program complements broader psychological and social supports by offering a ‘problem free’ space where they can engage and connect. We are a fully accredited NDIS provider.
WHO DELIVERS THE PROGRAM?
Our TLC Light Buddies are Therapy Assistants fully trained by us to deliver the program, conduct wellness screening and referral processes and meet all the NDIS requirements for safety.
Many are provisional psychologists and student counsellors who bring a passion for supporting others to find their fun and shine their light.
Many are provisional psychologists and student counsellors who bring a passion for supporting others to find their fun and shine their light.
HOW LONG DOES THE PROGRAM RUN FOR?
The program is approximately 12 weeks long, with a box of activities delivered every four weeks, or when they are ready for the next box.
Each participant is different with how long they take to complete the activities, but each and every one looks forward to receiving their call from their Light Buddy.
Each participant is different with how long they take to complete the activities, but each and every one looks forward to receiving their call from their Light Buddy.
WHAT HAPPENS IF THE CLIENT LOVES THE PROGRAM AND WANTS TO KEEP GOING?
The Finding the Light program is only designed to be delivered over a three month period.
Once the 12 weeks are complete, there is the option to progress to face to face art therapy sessions, to register for our Personal Potential Program specialising in self awareness, social skills and communication skills, to request an anxiety desensitisation program, or to opt for a once a week Wellness Check call.
Once the 12 weeks are complete, there is the option to progress to face to face art therapy sessions, to register for our Personal Potential Program specialising in self awareness, social skills and communication skills, to request an anxiety desensitisation program, or to opt for a once a week Wellness Check call.
HOW DO I REGISTER A PARTICIPANT?
Registration is easy! Simply fill in the form and one of our team will be in touch to finalise your booking and kick off the process.
