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January 2022
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3	4	5	6 12:00 pm: Coffee Connections January 6, 2022 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm zoom Coffee Connections runs every Wednesday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm eastern time! It’s social. It’s different. It’s fun! This social group is a chance for us to gather, meet new people, share how you’re feeling, and to chat with others in the community. So, brew a cup of coffee or tea, hop onto Zoom, and come join us for a mid-week breather! Click here to register for Coffee Connections.	7	8	9
10	11 1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group January 11, 2022 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm zoom The BALANCE Sharing Space Support Group is year-round professionally facilitated group counselling for adults who are blind or living with sight loss. From navigating the challenges of the pandemic to navigating ableism at any time, this group address' life challenges specifically for blind people, whether big or small, in a safe and supportive group experience (currently offered virtually through Zoom). Our Sharing Space Support Group is facilitated by a registered Social Worker with lived experience. This is open only to BALANCE clients. You need a service agreement in place in order to participate. If you don't have one, please call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0 or email info@balancefba.org to get more information. 4:30 pm: Yoga with Fazia January 11, 2022 4:30 pm – 5:15 pm zoom Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali leads yoga classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture in these virtual group sessions. To register please call the office or email info@balancefba.org.	12 12:00 pm: Coffee Connections January 12, 2022 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm zoom Coffee Connections runs every Wednesday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm eastern time! It’s social. It’s different. It’s fun! This social group is a chance for us to gather, meet new people, share how you’re feeling, and to chat with others in the community. So, brew a cup of coffee or tea, hop onto Zoom, and come join us for a mid-week breather! Click here to register for Coffee Connections.	13 3:30 pm: Yoga with Fazia January 13, 2022 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm zoom Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali, leads yoga classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture. To register please call the office or email info@balancefba.org.	14 2:30 pm: Beyond Siri: Getting the Most from Your iPhone January 14, 2022 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm zoom These bi-monthly classes are for both those who are new to iPhone as well as those looking to improve their knowledge and use of the device. The purpose of these sessions is to provide a setting in which uncertainty regarding the use of or changes to specific apps can be discussed in greater detail. Topics are advertised in advance in our newsletter and social media. Click here to register.	15	16
17 3:00 pm: Communication is Key! January 17, 2022 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm zoom This 6-week program aims to reduce uncertainties and stress around communication in different contexts and give participants the opportunity to build their skills and practice in a safe setting. The tools and strategies that will be developed in this workshop include, but are not limited to, assertive communication, self-advocacy strategies, active listening, public speaking and creating a safe space. The goal is that at the end of this program, participants will be able to apply these skills in their everyday life and more actively engage in occupations that are important to them.	18 1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group January 18, 2022 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm zoom The BALANCE Sharing Space Support Group is year-round professionally facilitated group counselling for adults who are blind or living with sight loss. From navigating the challenges of the pandemic to navigating ableism at any time, this group address' life challenges specifically for blind people, whether big or small, in a safe and supportive group experience (currently offered virtually through Zoom). Our Sharing Space Support Group is facilitated by a registered Social Worker with lived experience. This is open only to BALANCE clients. You need a service agreement in place in order to participate. If you don't have one, please call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0 or email info@balancefba.org to get more information. 4:30 pm: Yoga with Fazia January 18, 2022 4:30 pm – 5:15 pm zoom Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali leads yoga classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture in these virtual group sessions. To register please call the office or email info@balancefba.org.	19 12:00 pm: Coffee Connections January 19, 2022 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm zoom Coffee Connections runs every Wednesday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm eastern time! It’s social. It’s different. It’s fun! This social group is a chance for us to gather, meet new people, share how you’re feeling, and to chat with others in the community. So, brew a cup of coffee or tea, hop onto Zoom, and come join us for a mid-week breather! Click here to register for Coffee Connections. 2:00 pm: UpSkills for Work Workshops January 19, 2022 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm zoom BALANCE for Blind Adults will be once again facilitating ABC’s Life Literacy workshop - UP Skills for Work! Soft skills help you work well with others - at home, at work and in your community. In this weekly workshop, we will explore 9 soft skills. We will talk about: Why soft skills are important How soft skills relate to essential skills What it takes to improve your soft skills Some problem solving strategies for use in the home or the work place. You’ll get the opportunity share your experiences and review your own soft skills. This program focuses on skills such as motivation, attitude, accountability, presentation, team work, and more! Spaces are limited. Please contact c.lopes@balancebfa.org for registration.	20 3:30 pm: Yoga with Fazia January 20, 2022 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm zoom Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali, leads yoga classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture. To register please call the office or email info@balancefba.org.	21	22	23
24 3:00 pm: Communication is Key! January 24, 2022 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm zoom This 6-week program aims to reduce uncertainties and stress around communication in different contexts and give participants the opportunity to build their skills and practice in a safe setting. The tools and strategies that will be developed in this workshop include, but are not limited to, assertive communication, self-advocacy strategies, active listening, public speaking and creating a safe space. The goal is that at the end of this program, participants will be able to apply these skills in their everyday life and more actively engage in occupations that are important to them.	25 1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group January 25, 2022 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm zoom The BALANCE Sharing Space Support Group is year-round professionally facilitated group counselling for adults who are blind or living with sight loss. From navigating the challenges of the pandemic to navigating ableism at any time, this group address' life challenges specifically for blind people, whether big or small, in a safe and supportive group experience (currently offered virtually through Zoom). Our Sharing Space Support Group is facilitated by a registered Social Worker with lived experience. This is open only to BALANCE clients. You need a service agreement in place in order to participate. If you don't have one, please call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0 or email info@balancefba.org to get more information.	26 12:00 pm: Coffee Connections January 26, 2022 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm zoom Coffee Connections runs every Wednesday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm eastern time! It’s social. It’s different. It’s fun! This social group is a chance for us to gather, meet new people, share how you’re feeling, and to chat with others in the community. So, brew a cup of coffee or tea, hop onto Zoom, and come join us for a mid-week breather! Click here to register for Coffee Connections. 2:00 pm: UpSkills for Work Workshops January 26, 2022 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm zoom BALANCE for Blind Adults will be once again facilitating ABC’s Life Literacy workshop - UP Skills for Work! Soft skills help you work well with others - at home, at work and in your community. In this weekly workshop, we will explore 9 soft skills. We will talk about: Why soft skills are important How soft skills relate to essential skills What it takes to improve your soft skills Some problem solving strategies for use in the home or the work place. You’ll get the opportunity share your experiences and review your own soft skills. This program focuses on skills such as motivation, attitude, accountability, presentation, team work, and more! Spaces are limited. Please contact c.lopes@balancebfa.org for registration.	27	28 11:00 am: Creative Writing Class with Alex Bulmer January 28, 2022 11:00 am – 12:00 pm zoom Do you wonder where creative people find their ideas? Do you often wish you could think more creatively, or express yourself in new ways? Is there a writer in you trying to come out? Through a series of writing prompts and exercises, this workshop will give participants the opportunity to enjoy the act of creative writing and exchange of ideas, together. This event is led by professional playwright and screenwriter Alex Bulmer. Click here to register. Spaces are limited. 2:30 pm: Beyond Siri: Getting the Most from Your iPhone January 28, 2022 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm zoom These bi-monthly classes are for both those who are new to iPhone as well as those looking to improve their knowledge and use of the device. The purpose of these sessions is to provide a setting in which uncertainty regarding the use of or changes to specific apps can be discussed in greater detail. Topics are advertised in advance in our newsletter and social media. Click here to register.	29	30
31 3:00 pm: Communication is Key! January 31, 2022 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm zoom This 6-week program aims to reduce uncertainties and stress around communication in different contexts and give participants the opportunity to build their skills and practice in a safe setting. The tools and strategies that will be developed in this workshop include, but are not limited to, assertive communication, self-advocacy strategies, active listening, public speaking and creating a safe space. The goal is that at the end of this program, participants will be able to apply these skills in their everyday life and more actively engage in occupations that are important to them.