Group 2
A monthly writing group for parents of children/adults with IDD (and other disabilities)
This group originally had a prerequisite of taking the half-day Hero’s Journey workshop based on Joseph Campbell’s work but during the pandemic, we suspended that requirement. We are accepting new writers. Please contact the instructor for details.
We free-write from prompts each month as we own our life stories and share our work with the group. We rewrite to understand our individual narrative as well as the elements that come from our cultures and communities. All levels of writers are welcome.
Here’s what participants are saying about these groups:
“Writing and experiencing writing with people with similar life experiences is an important resource for me to maintain my mental health, It helps me see things from a fresh perspective. And it gives me a safe, sacred space to share this difficult journey without judgement.”
”Participating in ROW has helped me build connections with others in similar circumstances and re-frame my story to be more positive.”
”This groups has been beneficial in that it has helped widen my perspective about my family and has increased my understanding and compassion for other families, The time with the group provides a break from the stresses of parenting and I leave feeling renewed and refreshed.”
Anna Stewart - astewart@aclboulder.org - 303.527.0888
Facilitated by Anna Stewart, a parent, author, and writer. Anna has published over 500 articles, columns, and essays in books, newspapers and online mediums. She’s also taught writing at various organizations and is honored to work with parents who have children with disabilities as we rewrite our stories.