Bloom Wellness Connection Café

The vision of Amal Youth and Family Centre is to become a centre of hope, and a warm, welcoming, respectful and diverse organization in which children, youth and families from myriad backgrounds thrive and succeed together.

Amal Unite & Empower

Connect, relax, and recharge in a welcoming space for newcomers.

7 Ricketts Rd

Bloom Wellness Connection Café A casual peer support gathering for self-care, and community. Join us for a warm, friendly gathering where you can meet others, share experiences, and support your wellbeing, no pressure, just connection.What to expect• Friendly conversations with experienced facilitators in a relaxed setting• Connection with other newcomers• Light wellness and reflection activities• Coffee and tea providedFree to attend | Limited spots | Registration requiredDates: Every other Thursday, July 2nd - Aug 27th Time: 6 - 7:30 PM Location: 7 Rickett's Rd New to St. John’s? Or looking for a space to connect and focus on self-care? You do not have to figure it all out alone. Join us for the Bloom Wellness Connection Café, a relaxed peer support gathering for newcomers who are adjusting to life in St. John’s and looking for connection, encouragement, and community. This is not counselling, a class, or a formal program. It is a welcoming space to meet others, share experiences, talk about the ups and downs of settling into a new place, and explore simple self-care strategies that can support your well-being. We will start with introductions, have a guided conversation about settling into St. John’s, share self-care ideas, and close with time to connect casually. Attending can help you: • Feel less alone in your experience • Meet others who understand what transition and adjustment can feel like • Build confidence and connection in your new community • Learn practical self-care tools for stress, loneliness, and change • Share stories, questions, and resources in a supportive space • Take a small step toward feeling more settled and supported Whether you recently arrived, have been here for a while, or are still trying to find your sense of belonging, you are welcome. Come as you are. There is no pressure to speak if you are not ready. Listening, connecting, and simply being present are all welcome. <h3>What Is BLOOM?</h3>BLOOM is Amal Unite &amp; Empower’s free wellness program, offering nature activities, art, peer support, and social drop-ins that help people connect, recharge, and feel at home in our community. BLOOM brings together people from different backgrounds to learn, enjoy themselves, and build friendships that continue beyond a single event. BLOOM is open to newcomers and the broader community. Brought to you by Amal Unite &amp; Empower, with generous support from IRCC, the North Pine Foundation, and JIG (Department of Jobs, Immigration &amp; Growth)RCC, the North Pine Foundation, and JIG (Department of Job, Immigration &amp; Growth) <h3>🔔 Important: One-Time Participant Form (Required)</h3>To help us continue offering free wellness activities to the community, we ask all participants to complete a short one-time information form.This is a requirement from our funders and helps us keep Bloom running at no cost to you. The information is confidential and used only for reporting and planning.👉 Please fill out the form before attending an activity:<a href="https://qx0bg.share.hsforms.com/2QkdtyUk1Rnq6VA5_MEBIZg" title="https://qx0bg.share.hsforms.com/2QkdtyUk1Rnq6VA5_MEBIZg" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://qx0bg.share.hsforms.com/2QkdtyUk1Rnq6VA5_MEBIZg</a>If the form isn’t completed in advance, you may not be able to participate—so thank you for taking a moment to support this important step. Participant Expectations and Code of Conduct:To help create a safe and welcoming space for everyone, we ask all participants to:<ol><li>Be respectful of others’ boundaries and comfort levels</li><li>Ask for consent before taking photos or recordings</li><li>Avoid personal or intrusive questions</li><li>Respect privacy and shared experiences</li><li>Follow guidance from facilitators and staff</li></ol>We are committed to maintaining an inclusive and supportive environment. Bloom reserves the right to remove participants from a session if these guidelines are not followed.By registering, participants agree to these guidelines. Scent Free Policy:Some participants have strong allergies to perfumes, colognes, and other scented products. To ensure a safe and comfortable environment for everyone, please avoid wearing strong perfumes, colognes, or heavily scented lotions to class. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.<h3>📸 Photography &amp; Video Notice:</h3>Photos or videos may be taken during Bloom events to help promote our programming. By attending, you consent to this use. If you’d prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.Feel free to reach out to us at <a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/weekly-french-chit-chat-practice-connect-explore-culture-tickets-1978862758781?aff=oddtdtcreator" title="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/weekly-french-chit-chat-practice-connect-explore-culture-tickets-1978862758781?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">bloom@amalnl.ca</a> for more information or any inquiries you may have.

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