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Events in August 2024
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July 31, 2024(1 event) 9:30 am: Strength and Stability Class – The class will safely focus on the muscle groups that encourage mobility and support daily living to help promote physical independence. Balance, flexibility and endurance will be incorporated into many of the exercises inherently. Four Villages Community Health Centre Bloor West |
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August 7, 2024(1 event) 9:30 am: Strength and Stability Class – The class will safely focus on the muscle groups that encourage mobility and support daily living to help promote physical independence. Balance, flexibility and endurance will be incorporated into many of the exercises inherently. Four Villages Community Health Centre Bloor West |
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August 12, 2024(1 event) 1:30 pm: Collaborhythm Summer Dance Series with VIBE Arts: Hip-Hop – Looking for a chance to try on your dancing shoes? BALANCE is pleased to once again partner with VIBE Arts to offer three summer pop-up dance classes featuring musical theatre elements. Join us for our Hip-Hop workshop, the second class of this series. You do not need to be a client at BALANCE to join! To register, please email us at info@balancefba.org or call 416-236-1796 ext.0. See you on the dance floor! West Neighbourhood House |
August 13, 2024(1 event) 1:30 am: Mental Health Pop-Up Session: "Introduction to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)" – This workshop will explore CBT, which is used by many people to help improve their mental health. This model looks at the connections between our thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Learn the basics of CBT and how it can effect your life. zoom |
August 14, 2024(1 event) 9:30 am: Strength and Stability Class – The class will safely focus on the muscle groups that encourage mobility and support daily living to help promote physical independence. Balance, flexibility and endurance will be incorporated into many of the exercises inherently. Four Villages Community Health Centre Bloor West |
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August 21, 2024(1 event) 9:30 am: Strength and Stability Class – The class will safely focus on the muscle groups that encourage mobility and support daily living to help promote physical independence. Balance, flexibility and endurance will be incorporated into many of the exercises inherently. Four Villages Community Health Centre Bloor West |
August 22, 2024(1 event) 11:30 am: Collaborhythm Summer Dance Series with VIBE Arts: Salsa Dancing – Looking for a chance to try on your dancing shoes? BALANCE is pleased to once again partner with VIBE Arts to offer three summer pop-up dance classes featuring musical theatre elements. Join us for our Salsa Dancing workshop, the final class of the summer series. You do not need to be a client at BALANCE to join! To register, please email us at info@balancefba.org or call 416-236-1796 ext.0. See you on the dance floor! West Neighbourhood House |
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August 28, 2024(1 event) 9:30 am: Strength and Stability Class – The class will safely focus on the muscle groups that encourage mobility and support daily living to help promote physical independence. Balance, flexibility and endurance will be incorporated into many of the exercises inherently. Four Villages Community Health Centre Bloor West |
August 29, 2024(2 events) 1:00 pm: OKO App Workshop- Virtual Session – If you're interested in learning about the OKO app (available for i-Phone users) and how you can use it to enhance your ability to navigate in the community, we have the workshop for you! BALANCE will be providing a two-part workshop on the OKO app, which will hosted by our Orientation and Mobility Specialists and Assistive Technology Instructors. The first session will be held through Zoom, which will cover the features and strategies for using the OKO app effectively. The second session will be held in-person for demonstrations and reviewing strategies discussed in the first session. Participants will have the opportunity to practice using the app with the support and feedback from workshop facilitators. zoom 6:30 pm: Mental Health Pop-Up Session: "How to Cope with Grief and Loss of Sight" – Taking care of your mental health is as important as taking care of your physical health. This summer BALANCE is pleased to provide a special series of online mental health support pop-up sessions. Open to all persons living with a visual disability, these workshops provide a safe, welcoming space to explore effective strategies for managing stress, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. Title: How to Cope with Grief and Loss of Sight Description: This workshop led by Social Worker and BALANCE Counsellor Melanie Marsden will cover the 5 stages of grief and accompanying coping strategies. We will also challenge common beliefs and misconceptions around the impact of sight loss and living a fulfilling life. Our goal is for attendees to feel empowered in dealing with grief and its impact. You may contact the BALANCE office at 416-236-1796 or email us at info@balancefba.org for more information. zoom |
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