Legacy Place Society Receives $82,000 Grant from Stampede Rotary Club for Calgary Legacy House Renovations
Calgary, AB – September 2024 – Legacy Place Society is thrilled to announce the receipt of an $82,000 grant from the Stampede Rotary Club. This funding will support significant renovations at the Calgary Legacy House, including a new roof, updated flooring, modernized bathrooms, and a renovated kitchen. These improvements will help create a more accessible and welcoming space for First Responders, Veterans, Military Personnel, and their families.
Thanks to the Club’s generosity, the Legacy House now offers a dignified and safe environment. Families can find peace here during their most challenging times.
“The recent upgrades have truly transformed the house into a place where clients feel respected and valued,” said Amberly Wrubleski, Fund Development Specialist at Legacy Place Society.
The Calgary Legacy House provides more than just shelter; it offers a sanctuary where individuals facing difficult transitions can rebuild and heal. The new upgrades have made a profound impact, increasing the residents’ sense of pride and belonging.
About Legacy Place Society
Legacy Place Society supports First Responders and their families across Alberta by providing transitional housing, mental health education, and suicide prevention programs. For more information, visit www.legacyplacesociety.com.
About the Stampede Rotary Club
The Stampede Rotary Club strengthens communities through philanthropic initiatives. Learn more about their work at www.stamperotaryclub.com. Each year, they support various non-profits within Calgary and have been a vital community resource for them.
Operational Stress Recovery: Join The Davidson Institute for an Online Workshop Tailored for Veterans, First Responders, and Helping Professionals
The Davidson Institute invites you to an exclusive online workshop on Operational Stress Recovery, designed specifically for Veterans, First Responders, and Helping Professionals. This workshop focuses on resilience and offers valuable tools and strategies to help you manage the unique challenges you face in high-stress professions.
Guided by the experienced team at The Davidson Institute, along with guest speakers, this workshop will offer interactive sessions filled with expert insights and personal experiences. You’ll walk away with practical tools that can enhance your mental well-being and resilience.
Workshop Topics Include:
- Operational Stress Injuries (OSI)
- EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
- Trauma Yoga
- HeartMath Techniques
- Aromatherapy for Stress Relief
- DAVID DEVICE (Digital Audio-Visual Integration Device)
- Art Therapy for Healing
- Advanced Self-Regulation Practices
- Adventure Therapy
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- Chronic Pain and OSIs
- Cultural Competence in Therapy
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- Financial Wellness and Stress
- Music Therapy for Relaxation
- Psychiatry Q&A with Experts
- Equine Therapy for Healing
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- Nutrition and Its Impact on Mental Health
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- Kindness Neurobiology
- Gottman Relationship Techniques
- Intimacy and Connection in Relationships
This comprehensive online workshop series will introduce you to selected practices and strategies from our in-depth 6-week program, condensed into a practical online format. Each session will take place bi-weekly, lasting one hour, and is designed to help you build resilience and improve well-being while managing operational stress.
Why Attend?
- Connect with fellow veterans, first responders, and helping professionals
- Learn from expert facilitators and guest speakers
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The Davidson Institute is proud to offer this workshop series at no cost to participants. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your support network and enhance your coping strategies.
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