Groups and Events Calendar
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Events in September 2020
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Coffee Connections “fun” groups.
Coffee Connections “fun” groups.
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September 1, 2020Friends and colleagues! As our Coffee Connections group has now come to an end, we would like to thank all of you for your participation in this group.
We here at BALANCE also want to extend a big thank you to our volunteer Elizabeth Mohler for her informative and friendly facilitation throughout the Coffee Connection meet-ups.
To keep up-to-date on more social events and groups to come this Fall, register for our weekly newsletter. For more information email us at: info@balancefba.org or call our office at 416-236-1796.
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Mid‑Week Movements and Meditation with Frances Wong.
Mid‑Week Movements and Meditation with Frances Wong.
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September 9, 2020Stop by for a mid-week check in and to reset yourself for the rest of the week with some light stretches and deep breathing. A certified yoga instructor, Frances Wong will guide you through some gentle movements to wake the body up and then move into some breath work to soothe the nervous system. The sessions are informal and intended to be short and sweet with time briefly at the beginning to check in and see how people are feeling. All you need is a chair without armrests to sit in and clothing that allows for easy movement. These sessions are beginner friendly and no experience is necessary.
Please note the new date and time. Mid-Week Movements and Meditation starts on September 9. Sessions runs on Wednesdays at 4:30PM and are 20 minutes long, via Zoom. Pre-register by emailing us at info@balancefba.org
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Mid‑Week Movements and Meditation with Frances Wong.
Mid‑Week Movements and Meditation with Frances Wong.
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September 16, 2020Stop by for a mid-week check in and to reset yourself for the rest of the week with some light stretches and deep breathing. A certified yoga instructor, Frances Wong will guide you through some gentle movements to wake the body up and then move into some breath work to soothe the nervous system. The sessions are informal and intended to be short and sweet with time briefly at the beginning to check in and see how people are feeling. All you need is a chair without armrests to sit in and clothing that allows for easy movement. These sessions are beginner friendly and no experience is necessary.
Please note the new date and time. Mid-Week Movements and Meditation starts on September 9. Sessions runs on Wednesdays at 4:30PM and are 20 minutes long, via Zoom. Pre-register by emailing us at info@balancefba.org
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Let's Get Quizzical.
Let's Get Quizzical.
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September 17, 2020We’ve decided to increase the spirit of competition and offer a prize to the winning team for each Trivia Night that we are hosting! Perhaps you are a trivia buff, or perhaps you are new to this trivia game thing…either way you will have tons of fun, get to know your teammates, and also be playing for a small prize that will be mailed to each member of the winning team (staff and volunteers excluded).
The following registration link will register you for the monthly trivia night series. You do not have to attend all of the nights if you pre-register, but you can attend them all if you wish. The upcoming trivia night dates are on September 17, October 15, November 19, and December 17.
Register at this link please: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAvcOyurDMiHNZW-rH3Wt-e8NzWvVYLNfik
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Sharing Space Support Group.
Sharing Space Support Group.
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September 22, 2020BALANCE is pleased to announce that Sharing Space Support Group is moving to a year-round format with groups running every Tuesday, starting Tuesday January 12th, from 1:30pm-3:30pm.
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 during the pandemic to navigating ableism at any time, the groups address life’s 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 Groups are facilitated by people with lived experience and a Social Work background.
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.
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Mid‑Week Movements and Meditation with Frances Wong.
Mid‑Week Movements and Meditation with Frances Wong.
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September 23, 2020Stop by for a mid-week check in and to reset yourself for the rest of the week with some light stretches and deep breathing. A certified yoga instructor, Frances Wong will guide you through some gentle movements to wake the body up and then move into some breath work to soothe the nervous system. The sessions are informal and intended to be short and sweet with time briefly at the beginning to check in and see how people are feeling. All you need is a chair without armrests to sit in and clothing that allows for easy movement. These sessions are beginner friendly and no experience is necessary.
Please note the new date and time. Mid-Week Movements and Meditation starts on September 9. Sessions runs on Wednesdays at 4:30PM and are 20 minutes long, via Zoom. Pre-register by emailing us at info@balancefba.org
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JUST THE FACTS! A Covid-19 Presentation.
JUST THE FACTS! A Covid-19 Presentation.
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September 24, 2020Dispelling Myths, Addressing Concerns and Answering Questions.
BALANCE is excited to host a customized presentation in partnership with Toronto Public Health.
This presentation, adapted specifically for our community, will cover a range of topics such as Covid-19 symptoms, getting tested, preventing the spread and by-laws. A Toronto Public Health Outreach Worker will personally answer all your most pressing questions and tell you where to access reliable support. This presentation is open to adults who are blind living in Ontario.
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Unlocking the Power of Apple Maps Together with Microsoft Soundscape.
Unlocking the Power of Apple Maps Together with Microsoft Soundscape.
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September 28, 2020Session 1 Group Theory:
This session is a comprehensive discussion and demonstration of how to use both Soundscape and Apple Maps. All those participating are expected to take part in this session.
Practice in the Community: In-Person, by appointment after the September 28 session.
This will be a one-on-one O&M lesson where you will be provided with hands-on orientation to outdoor GPS navigation through a pre-arranged one-on-one lesson with one of our certified Orientation and Mobility instructors and includes a walking route to be determined in your local neighbourhood.
If you are interested in attending, please contact Chloe at the office 416-236-1796 extension 0 or email info@balancefba.org.
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Sharing Space Support Group.
Sharing Space Support Group.
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September 29, 2020BALANCE is pleased to announce that Sharing Space Support Group is moving to a year-round format with groups running every Tuesday, starting Tuesday January 12th, from 1:30pm-3:30pm.
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 during the pandemic to navigating ableism at any time, the groups address life’s 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 Groups are facilitated by people with lived experience and a Social Work background.
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.
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Mid‑Week Movements and Meditation with Frances Wong.
Mid‑Week Movements and Meditation with Frances Wong.
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September 30, 2020Stop by for a mid-week check in and to reset yourself for the rest of the week with some light stretches and deep breathing. A certified yoga instructor, Frances Wong will guide you through some gentle movements to wake the body up and then move into some breath work to soothe the nervous system. The sessions are informal and intended to be short and sweet with time briefly at the beginning to check in and see how people are feeling. All you need is a chair without armrests to sit in and clothing that allows for easy movement. These sessions are beginner friendly and no experience is necessary.
Please note the new date and time. Mid-Week Movements and Meditation starts on September 9. Sessions runs on Wednesdays at 4:30PM and are 20 minutes long, via Zoom. Pre-register by emailing us at info@balancefba.org
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