Groups and Events Calendar

Events in September 2021

11:00 am: Communication is Key! A BALANCE Workshop Series

11:00 am: Communication is Key! A BALANCE Workshop Series

1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group

1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group

2:30 pm: Beyond Siri- Getting to Know Your iPhone: The Podcast Player

1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group

11:00 am: Communication is Key! A BALANCE Workshop Series

11:00 am: Communication is Key! A BALANCE Workshop Series

1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group

1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group

2:30 pm: Beyond Siri- Getting to Know Your iPhone: The Podcast Player

1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group

11:00 am – 12:00 pm
September 1, 2021

Do you sometimes feel misunderstood? Do you lack confidence when communicating in a group? Do you sometimes wish you could say things better or differently? Do you want to be a better listener?

This course will reduce communication-related stress and provide you with the opportunity to practice and build skills in a safe setting. You’ll learn assertive communication, self-advocacy strategies, active listening and how to give and receive feedback. At the end of the program, you will be able to apply your new skills in your everyday life and more actively engage in the activities that are important to you.

This workshop is available to BALANCE clients only.

These workshops will be held via Zoom. Please click here to register for Communication is Key! A BALANCE Workshop Series.

zoom

11:00 am – 12:00 pm
September 8, 2021

Do you sometimes feel misunderstood? Do you lack confidence when communicating in a group? Do you sometimes wish you could say things better or differently? Do you want to be a better listener?

This course will reduce communication-related stress and provide you with the opportunity to practice and build skills in a safe setting. You’ll learn assertive communication, self-advocacy strategies, active listening and how to give and receive feedback. At the end of the program, you will be able to apply your new skills in your everyday life and more actively engage in the activities that are important to you.

This workshop is available to BALANCE clients only.

These workshops will be held via Zoom. Please click here to register for Communication is Key! A BALANCE Workshop Series.

zoom

1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
September 14, 2021

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.

zoom

1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
September 21, 2021

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.

zoom

2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
September 24, 2021

This class is 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.

Our first class of the series will explore the Podcast Player. Whether you are wishing to learn something new, wanting to stay informed with current news and events, or just require some relaxing entertainment, podcasts will fill this void. We will explain how to use Podcasts, the podcast player that comes preinstalled with every iPhone/iPad.

Learn how to:

use the Search and Browse tabs to locate podcast feeds,
subscribe/unsubscribe to them,
use the library and the various controls within,
the difference between the Mini Player and the Now Playing screens, and,
how to customize download settings.

Once registered you will be able to attend any or all the sessions you want! Register for Beyond Siri here.

zoom

1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
September 28, 2021

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.

zoom

1 11:00 am: Communication is Key! A BALANCE Workshop Series 11:00 am: Communication is Key! A BALANCE Workshop Series 11:00 am – 12:00 pm September 1, 2021 Do you sometimes feel misunderstood? Do you lack confidence when communicating in a group? Do you sometimes wish you could say things better or differently? Do you want to be a better listener? This course will reduce communication-related stress and provide you with the opportunity to practice and build skills in a safe setting. You’ll learn assertive communication, self-advocacy strategies, active listening and how to give and receive feedback. At the end of the program, you will be able to apply your new skills in your everyday life and more actively engage in the activities that are important to you. This workshop is available to BALANCE clients only. These workshops will be held via Zoom. Please click here to register for Communication is Key! A BALANCE Workshop Series. zoom

8 11:00 am: Communication is Key! A BALANCE Workshop Series 11:00 am: Communication is Key! A BALANCE Workshop Series 11:00 am – 12:00 pm September 8, 2021 Do you sometimes feel misunderstood? Do you lack confidence when communicating in a group? Do you sometimes wish you could say things better or differently? Do you want to be a better listener? This course will reduce communication-related stress and provide you with the opportunity to practice and build skills in a safe setting. You’ll learn assertive communication, self-advocacy strategies, active listening and how to give and receive feedback. At the end of the program, you will be able to apply your new skills in your everyday life and more actively engage in the activities that are important to you. This workshop is available to BALANCE clients only. These workshops will be held via Zoom. Please click here to register for Communication is Key! A BALANCE Workshop Series. zoom

14 1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group 1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm September 14, 2021 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. zoom

21 1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group 1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm September 21, 2021 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. zoom

24 2:30 pm: Beyond Siri- Getting to Know Your iPhone: The Podcast Player 2:30 pm: Beyond Siri- Getting to Know Your iPhone: The Podcast Player 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm September 24, 2021 This class is 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. Our first class of the series will explore the Podcast Player. Whether you are wishing to learn something new, wanting to stay informed with current news and events, or just require some relaxing entertainment, podcasts will fill this void. We will explain how to use Podcasts, the podcast player that comes preinstalled with every iPhone/iPad. Learn how to: use the Search and Browse tabs to locate podcast feeds, subscribe/unsubscribe to them, use the library and the various controls within, the difference between the Mini Player and the Now Playing screens, and, how to customize download settings. Once registered you will be able to attend any or all the sessions you want! Register for Beyond Siri here. zoom

28 1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group 1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm September 28, 2021 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. zoom