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Week of Feb 23rd
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February 19, 2024
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February 20, 2024(1 event)
1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group – Are you dealing with issues related to living as a blind person in a sighted world? Do you need to receive insight from others going through the same things? Are you wanting to support and share with others dealing with sight loss challenges or challenges imposed by our city and society? We are here to help. This group is a year-round, professionally facilitated group counselling for adults who are blind or living with vision loss. Registration opens 3 times/year only. Together, the group addresses life changes and challenges specifically for blind people, in a safe and supportive group experience. zoom |
February 21, 2024(1 event)
2:00 pm: BALANCE for Blind Adults and CultureLink Present a Special Webinar Series2:00 pm: BALANCE for Blind Adults and CultureLink Present a Special Webinar Series – Are you a Newcomer living with blindness or partial sight, and want to learn more about your rights as an adult with a disability living in Ontario? BALANCE for Blind Adults and CultureLink Present a special series for newcomers with visual disabilities regarding Human Rights and Disability in Ontario. Title: How technology can support people with disabilities:
About the Facilitator: Emmy Mwambigija is a dedicated social worker with over 15 years working with people in this field. She is passionate about her work and currently assisting newcomers in their job search. She likes to meet new people, plan events and explore different destinations. She has a BA Sociology and Social Service Worker Certificate. She possesses a solid a foundation in understanding societal dynamics and offering essential support. Register in advance for “How Technology can support people with disabilities” webinar. zoom |
February 22, 2024(1 event)
6:30 pm: Evening Sharing Space Support Group6:30 pm: Evening Sharing Space Support Group – Recognizing the difficulties of attending our current Sharing Space Support Group* for those with employment, enrolled in school or volunteering their time during daytime working hours, BALANCE is pleased to announce a new (evening) Sharing Space Support Group! Together, the group addresses life changes and challenges specifically for blind people, in a safe and supportive group experience. This group is facilitated by Melanie Marsden, BSW, RSW. With lived experience of blindness, and a registered member of the Alderville First Nation (Ojibwaybear Clan) and (Mohawk Turtle Clan 6 nations Brantford, Ontario) Melanie brings a fresh perspective and will be of particular help to those living with challenges related to intersecting identities. This new group is offered virtually through Zoom, Wednesdays from 6:30 PM -8:30 PM. Also employed full-time during the day, Melanie is an Addiction and Mental Health Counsellor at Anishnawbe Health Toronto and is eager to facilitate our new evening SSSG at BALANCE. zoom |
February 23, 2024
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February 24, 2024
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February 25, 2024
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