Workshops
Do you ever feel like even though you work or have daily interactions with the same people, you don’t actually really know them?
Research shows that strong social connections are vital for mental health, reducing the risk of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. Ariane’s structured workshops using the Heart2Heart Conversation Cards provide a structured yet accessible way for colleagues, residents in independent living centres and community members searching for new friendships and connections to engage in deeper, more meaningful interactions that go beyond everyday small talk.
Workplaces
Workshops using the Heart2Heart cards provide a unique and effective way to strengthen workplace culture. Meaningful dialogue encourages employees to share perspectives, listen actively, and build trust. This leads to stronger teamwork, improved communication, and enhanced productivity. These workshops are an affordable and impactful tool to enhance both employee wellbeing and business performance.
Benefits for organisations
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Convenient onsite alternative to team building workshops
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Increases employee engagement and wellbeing
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Strengthens trust and collaboration between colleagues
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Surveys conducted before and after activity to measure wellbeing
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Builds empathy, understanding, and respect for diverse backgrounds
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Enhances overall quality of work life
Aged Care and Independent Living Centres
Heart2Heart workshops offer aged care residents a meaningful and evidence-supported way to enhance wellbeing. These structured discussions act similarly to group reminiscence therapy, which has been shown to reduce loneliness, improve life satisfaction, and foster a sense of belonging.
Heart2Heart workshops provide a structured, inclusive, and engaging approach to combating isolation and enriching quality of life for aged care residents.
Benefits for residents
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Creates a bonded activity within your aged care centre
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Stimulates memory recall and cognitive engagement through storytelling and reflection
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Reduces loneliness and social isolation
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Strengthens residents’ sense of identity and self-worth
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Builds understanding, and respect for diverse backgrounds
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Fosters new friendships and build a stronger sense of community
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Improves mental health by reducing depressive symptoms
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Inclusive, enjoyable group activity that enhances overall quality of life
Community and Wellbeing Centres
Heart2Heart workshops provide community members with an enjoyable and meaningful way to connect and create new bonds and friendships. These workshops create opportunities for participants of diverse cultural backgrounds and ages to form new friendships while strengthening existing ones, supporting emotional wellbeing and social inclusion. The workshops enrich community life by promoting connection, joy, and a stronger sense of togetherness.
Community meetups
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Enjoyable activity sparking laughter and fun
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Breaks the ice and helps people connect quickly
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Fosters new and ongoing friendships
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Strengthens cross-cultural relationships
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Encourages open discussions
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Builds empathy, understanding, and respect for diverse backgrounds
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Builds a stronger sense of community and belonging
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Celebrates diversity by highlighting unique life experiences
