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Group for Teens: Living with CKD

Group for Teens: Living with CKD

A unique support group to discuss the emotional challenges and possible solutions around living with chronic kidney disease.


Starts 18th January, 2025

6 Zoom sessions | Every Saturday 10:30 AM IST | 75 minutes

Confidential | Small group, 6-8 people

Group Type: Support Group

Includes 3 Free Peer Calls*

Led by a therapist

Early Bird Fee (at 50% off) - INR 2500 (India) | USD 60 (Outside India) | Get 30% off if you buy for two

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Goals of the Group

• Understanding and exploring your feelings around your condition.
• Meeting like-minded individuals to share and bond with, while discussing both challenges and possible solutions.
• Help build resilience and develop a sense of empowerment in managing your condition and its emotional effects.

Who is the group for?

• Teens (13-18) who have been living with/ have been recently diagnosed with Chronic Kidney disease ( includes conditions like Diabetic nephropathy, Polycystic kidney disease, Hypertensive Nephropathy,Glomerulonephritis, etc.
• Those who have experienced mental health challenges like anxiety, depression and guilt related to their conditions and the lack of emotional support available to navigate these emotions.

What will we talk about?

1. Providing a safe space for participants to feel safe, understood, and accepted, enabling them to express their feelings and concerns without judgment.
2. Free expression of emotions ,whether it be frustration, fear, sadness or hope.
3. Building of coping mechanisms to manage emotions better.
4. Promoting self-care practices that support overall well-being, including healthy lifestyle choices, stress management techniques, and self-advocacy skills in healthcare settings.
5. Sharing of stories of hope, resilience, and successful adaptation to life with CKD, instilling optimism and motivation among group members.
6. Forging meaningful social connections and friendships among group members, which can provide ongoing support beyond the group setting.

Learn from us & from each other

  • I feel the gratitude! I was feeling a little isolated not knowing too many people who also have epilepsy and being able to communicate has really made me feel connected and supported.

    Varun

    Diagnosed with CKD

  • We’re all in different stages of this but it feels great to be able to meet and speak to others - we give each other hope and help each other look beyond our ailment and how it impacts our lives

    Gunjan

    Waiting to receive a transplant

  • Thank you everyone for creating such a supportive community here. I finally feel like I belong.

    Preksha

    Underwent a kidney transplant 2 years ago

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FAQs

What are SoulUp groups?

At SoulUp, you'll meet people who get what you're going through and might be living some of the same realities. People looking for extraordinary conversations, just like you.

✔️ Small group, 6-8 people

✔️ Every meeting led by a world-class facilitator

✔️ Weekly 75-minute online video sessions

What happens in a group session?

While the format can vary as per topic, here’s a flow that most sessions follow

Check In. Participants check-in with each others' feelings and answer the prompt given by the facilitator if any.

Conversation. Your facilitator will guide the group through free-flowing conversation coupled with some simple exercises or activities —with the goal of sharing openly, connecting to your emotions and learning specific skills

Check Out. Participants share what they're taking away from the session.

How is confidentiality maintained in Groups?

Confidentiality in Support Groups is maintained using secure meeting links and enabling waiting rooms to control participant access. Participants are bound by mutual confidentiality clause within the group. Also, sessions are not recorded without explicit consent.

Are Group sessions done on video?

Yes, all group sessions are conducted on video via Zoom. While participants are allowed to use pseudonyms - they need to be on video to make the most of the session.

What is SoulUp's refund policy for Groups?

1. After you have registered for the group and you'd like to opt out:
- Full refund if you cancel 30 days before the group start date.
- 50% refund if you cancel 16-30 days before the group start date.
- No refund if you cancel 0-15 days before the group start date.

2. If SoulUp cancels a group, we will refund the entire signup fee.

3. If SoulUp reschedules a group by more than 2 weeks, we will inform you and give you an option to opt out and get a full refund.

4. SoulUp reserves the right to remove participants from a group if found unsuitable to the group. In such cases participants are given the option of claiming the pro-rata amount left as a refund or using it for another service on SoulUp.

Can I use multiple discounts while signing up for a group?

You can use only 1 type discount while signing up for a group. Cash backs cannot be coupled with discounts either.

* Are FREE Peer calls available to everyone who signs-up for this group?

You can book 3 Peer calls for FREE as part of signing up for this group.

Please note: This is only available to first-time participants of a SoulUp group (those trying a SoulUp group for the first time).

How long has SoulUp been around?

SoulUp was founded in 2022 by Punita Mittal and Mahak Maheshwari - a team of IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay with more than 20 years of combined healthcare experience. SoulUp is redefining mental health through groups that are not only effective but also fun, social, and challenging.

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