This workshop is one of four afternoon options for the 2026 COCHF Spring Education Event. Please see the event package (PDF) for more details, including the full-day agenda.
Crowne Plaza Kitchener
105 King St E
Kitchener, ON N2G 2K8 (map)
Member Cost: $105 for the day. Additional attendees from the same organization are $85 each.
Non-Members: $150 for the day.
Registration Deadline: April 12, 2026
Workshop Details
One of the core concepts of living in housing co-ops is that we create community – and community takes care of one another. However, sometimes that level of care for others becomes challenging and intense over prolonged periods of time.
We face risk of elevated levels of stress, burnout, and compassion fatigue, where it becomes difficult to be helpful and compassionate. This experience can result in personal strain that can show up as physical, mental, or emotional stress.
Join this informative and interactive session to further explore:
- The source and signs of compassion fatigue
- The difference between burnout and compassion fatigue
- The ways we can help ourselves
- The ways to help others
Sonia Byrne
Sonia has been leading board retreats, strategic planning and succession planning projects in the Co-op Housing Sector since 2009. Learn more about Sonia at www.soniabyrne.com.
