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Events in October 2024

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September 30, 2024(1 event)

6:30 pm: Evening Sharing Space Support Group


September 30, 2024

This support group offers a welcoming space to express yourself, share your experiences, and connect with others who understand your journey. Facilitated by Melanie Marsden, a trained professional with lived experience of blindness, the group is designed to help you explore your thoughts and feelings in a confidential and supportive setting.

By sharing our stories and listening to one another, we can learn valuable coping strategies and gain new perspectives. Throughout the program, we will also tap into resources through informative podcasts and discussions, introducing participants to support they might not have known about before.

At the end of the 12 weeks, participants will leave with a sense of empowerment, equipped with more resources and deeper connections, and having integrated their experiences in a meaningful way.

How to Register:
To join the Evening Sharing Space Support Group, please email us at info@balancefba.org or call 416-236-1796 ext. 0

We encourage you to take part in this valuable opportunity to connect, share, and grow within a caring community.

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October 7, 2024(1 event)

6:30 pm: Evening Sharing Space Support Group


October 7, 2024

This support group offers a welcoming space to express yourself, share your experiences, and connect with others who understand your journey. Facilitated by Melanie Marsden, a trained professional with lived experience of blindness, the group is designed to help you explore your thoughts and feelings in a confidential and supportive setting.

By sharing our stories and listening to one another, we can learn valuable coping strategies and gain new perspectives. Throughout the program, we will also tap into resources through informative podcasts and discussions, introducing participants to support they might not have known about before.

At the end of the 12 weeks, participants will leave with a sense of empowerment, equipped with more resources and deeper connections, and having integrated their experiences in a meaningful way.

How to Register:
To join the Evening Sharing Space Support Group, please email us at info@balancefba.org or call 416-236-1796 ext. 0

We encourage you to take part in this valuable opportunity to connect, share, and grow within a caring community.

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October 8, 2024
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October 14, 2024(1 event)

6:30 pm: Evening Sharing Space Support Group


October 14, 2024

This support group offers a welcoming space to express yourself, share your experiences, and connect with others who understand your journey. Facilitated by Melanie Marsden, a trained professional with lived experience of blindness, the group is designed to help you explore your thoughts and feelings in a confidential and supportive setting.

By sharing our stories and listening to one another, we can learn valuable coping strategies and gain new perspectives. Throughout the program, we will also tap into resources through informative podcasts and discussions, introducing participants to support they might not have known about before.

At the end of the 12 weeks, participants will leave with a sense of empowerment, equipped with more resources and deeper connections, and having integrated their experiences in a meaningful way.

How to Register:
To join the Evening Sharing Space Support Group, please email us at info@balancefba.org or call 416-236-1796 ext. 0

We encourage you to take part in this valuable opportunity to connect, share, and grow within a caring community.

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October 15, 2024
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October 18, 2024(1 event)

2:30 pm: ZoomText/JAWS Fusion Workshop


October 18, 2024

ZoomText/JAWS Fusion

Discover the powerful combination of JAWS screen reader and ZoomText screen magnification in Fusion. Perfect for those who need a blend of both solutions to optimize computer use.

Date: Friday, October 18, 2:30 – 4:00 PM

Instructor: Victoria Hernandez

October 19, 2024
October 20, 2024
October 21, 2024(1 event)

6:30 pm: Evening Sharing Space Support Group


October 21, 2024

This support group offers a welcoming space to express yourself, share your experiences, and connect with others who understand your journey. Facilitated by Melanie Marsden, a trained professional with lived experience of blindness, the group is designed to help you explore your thoughts and feelings in a confidential and supportive setting.

By sharing our stories and listening to one another, we can learn valuable coping strategies and gain new perspectives. Throughout the program, we will also tap into resources through informative podcasts and discussions, introducing participants to support they might not have known about before.

At the end of the 12 weeks, participants will leave with a sense of empowerment, equipped with more resources and deeper connections, and having integrated their experiences in a meaningful way.

How to Register:
To join the Evening Sharing Space Support Group, please email us at info@balancefba.org or call 416-236-1796 ext. 0

We encourage you to take part in this valuable opportunity to connect, share, and grow within a caring community.

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October 22, 2024
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October 24, 2024
October 25, 2024(1 event)

2:30 pm: Gmail and Built-In Accessibility Shortcuts


October 25, 2024

Gmail and Built-In Accessibility Shortcuts

Learn about Gmail's improved screen reading functions and shortcuts that make navigation easier and more efficient for screen reader users.

Date: Friday, October 25, 2:30 – 4:00 PM

Instructor: Laurisa White

October 26, 2024
October 27, 2024
October 28, 2024(1 event)

6:30 pm: Evening Sharing Space Support Group


October 28, 2024

This support group offers a welcoming space to express yourself, share your experiences, and connect with others who understand your journey. Facilitated by Melanie Marsden, a trained professional with lived experience of blindness, the group is designed to help you explore your thoughts and feelings in a confidential and supportive setting.

By sharing our stories and listening to one another, we can learn valuable coping strategies and gain new perspectives. Throughout the program, we will also tap into resources through informative podcasts and discussions, introducing participants to support they might not have known about before.

At the end of the 12 weeks, participants will leave with a sense of empowerment, equipped with more resources and deeper connections, and having integrated their experiences in a meaningful way.

How to Register:
To join the Evening Sharing Space Support Group, please email us at info@balancefba.org or call 416-236-1796 ext. 0

We encourage you to take part in this valuable opportunity to connect, share, and grow within a caring community.

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October 29, 2024
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November 1, 2024(2 events)

1:00 pm: On Broadway! Jazz Afternoons


November 1, 2024

Long day? Feel the need to shake it out? BALANCE is pleased to offer you 2 opportunities for a toe tapping, hip shaking, good time! Brought to you by our amazing partners at Vibe Arts, these workshops will provide you with all the moves to make you groove as we explore Broadway Jazz.

Whether you are brand new to dance classes or one of our returning pros, come out and dance with us, enjoy fun supportive fitness, learn new dance moves and have a great time.

Friday afternoons November 1, 8, 15, 22 1:00pm - 2:00pm –West Neighbourhood House, 248 Ossington Avenue

 

– please note spaces are limited and registration will be on a first come first serve basis. 

West Neighbourhood House
248 Ossington Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M6J 3A2
Canada

2:30 pm: WhatsApp for PC


November 1, 2024

WhatsApp for PC

Explore the accessibility features of WhatsApp’s desktop application, perfect for messaging and making audio or video calls directly from your computer.

Date: Friday, November 1, 2:30 – 4:00 PM

Instructor: Joseph Sidarose

Click here to register

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