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A self-help program for widows as an independent community service

J Rogers, M L Vachon, W A Lyall

    Hospital & Community Psychiatry
    |December 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    Community Contacts for the Widowed provides peer support and counseling to widows in Toronto. This self-help group has assisted over 1500 women since 1976, aiding their bereavement journey.

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    Area of Science:

    • Social Work
    • Community Health
    • Psychology

    Background:

    • The Community Contacts for the Widowed (CCW) is a Toronto-based self-help organization.
    • Established in 1976, CCW originated as a government-funded demonstration project.
    • It operates as an independent charitable organization.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the model and impact of the Community Contacts for the Widowed program.
    • To highlight the role of peer support in bereavement.
    • To document the program's reach and services.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizes a peer support model where trained "widow contacts" provide one-to-one support.
    • Offers individual and group counseling services.
    • Engages in community education initiatives.

    Main Results:

    • Since 1976, the program has provided support to over 1500 widows.
    • The peer-led model facilitates supportive relationships and group sessions.
    • Community education aims to raise awareness about widowhood.

    Conclusions:

    • Self-help groups like CCW are valuable resources for bereavement.
    • Peer support is an effective intervention for widows.
    • Programmatic outreach can significantly aid women experiencing loss, though self-referral may limit access for some demographics.

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