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Week of Sep 28th

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September 28, 2020(1 event)

1:30 pm: Unlocking the Power of Apple Maps Together with Microsoft Soundscape.


September 28, 2020

Session 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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September 29, 2020(1 event)

1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group.


September 29, 2020

BALANCE 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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September 30, 2020(1 event)

4:30 pm: Mid‑Week Movements and Meditation with Frances Wong.


September 30, 2020

Stop 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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