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Scroll down or select from the list below for information on our programs and services.
For other support groups see our current Catalog.
A series of four classes designed to teach the basics of understanding money and how to take charge of your finances. The series begins with a look at your relationship with money; what it means to you. Then the workshops discuss budgeting, understanding your credit, and practical ways to get out of debt. ($5 per workshop)
These groups are designed to help you enhance your self-esteem in a series of workshops. The groups meet and discuss relationships issues, how to deal with anger, the power of self-care, and how to be in charge of your life. For more information, contact 602-252-8494.
If you are divorced, going through a divorce, or separated, you will be able to explore ways to move forward, to heal from the effects, and to become strong during the transition. This on-going group provides support to any woman who has or is dealing with the issue of divorce. Share with other women your strengths and learn from their experiences. (No charge) Wednesdays from
You don’t have to be alone as you make the journey through grief. Come and heal with others who have also experienced a painful loss. Participants need not have suffered a death or separation of a partner or spouse, one can also experience loss of a job, loss of social status, loss of money, loss of a child, or other family members or close friends. (No charge) Wednesdays from 6-7:30 PM.
Join other women who have made a new life for themselves. Share concerns, experiences and success stories with women who understand exactly where you are coming from. Facilitated by professional counselors from Sojourner Center. (No charge) Tuesdays from 6-7:30 PM.
Hispanic Women’s Support Group A 10-week closed group that covers a wide range of topics one a week from thinking positive and anger management to self-esteem, domestic violence and empowerment. Totally in Spanish. Must register in advance to participate. Call Liz Avila, 602-261-7138.
Creating Healthy Family Relationships A 6 to 10-week program that helps women identify the difference between dysfunction and abuse, what she can fix and what she can’t in a relationship, the effect of even witnessing verbal abuse on children, how to protect oneself financially and what a healthy family really looks like. Some classes are available where mother and child, aged 6-12, can attend together. Participants must register in advance to participate. Call 602-261-7143 to sign up.
These meetings are designed to help families of alcoholics. This is done by practicing the 12-steps of AA, by encouraging and understanding an alcoholic relative, and by welcoming and giving comfort to the families of alcoholics. This on-going group is for any woman whose life has been adversely affected by another’s alcohol use. (No charge.) Saturdays from Noon to 1 PM.
This program is designed for women willing to help women through the family law process by going to court with them. If you are interested in becoming a Court Buddy, contact the Legal Department for more information at 602-261-7164. (No charge)
Sign up for a one-on-one with a professional who will help you with your resume, interviewing skills and other coaching help before that critical job interview. (No charge)
If you need clothes for the workplace or court, our full-time wardrobe counselor will help you put together appropriate work outfits including accessories. Call Kathy Starses, 602-261-7141 for an appointment. (No charge)
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Financial Fitness Book
Several years ago Fresh Start published a book that helps women understand the basics of finance. Written in both English and Spanish, in this handy and practical 228-page workbook, women will learn budget basics, how to teach their children about money and identify triggers to keep good credit. “A Woman’s Guide to Taking Charge – Basic Tools for Managing Your Money” is on sale at the Jewell McFarland Lewis-Fresh Start Women’s Resource Center. Cover price is $14.95 but copies are now for sale for just $7.00. |
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Fresh Start’s Mentoring Program provides a range of mentoring services to women (Mentees) entering or reentering the workforce. Begun in 1998, the program provides women with one-on-one support as they seek self-sufficiency. Mentees are matched with successful women in their communities and given work-culture and personal skill guidance.
All applicants go through an initial phone screening, along with an in-person interview to create the best match with a Mentor. Following a mandatory orientation series, the matching process begins and can take anywhere from 1-8 weeks. Mentees are matched with volunteer Mentors who are successfully employed women from the community. The Mentoring program offers a unique opportunity to develop a meaningful relationship with another woman, and to receive life-changing support. To find out more about the Mentoring Program, please call Kristy Baker Chorba at 602.261.7132. |
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