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Week of Jul 26th
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Sharing Space Support Group
Sharing Space Support Group
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July 26, 2021The 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.
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BALANCE Presents: A Guide to the COVID-19 Vaccine – Your Questions Answered
BALANCE Presents: A Guide to the COVID-19 Vaccine – Your Questions Answered
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July 29, 2021Knowing that many members of our community have been vaccinated already, this webinar will focus on how you can speak with hesitant friends and family about COVID-19 and the benefits of being vaccinated. A Question-and-Answer period will take place following the presentation, where you can ask any questions you might have. The session will be recorded. Captioning will be provided.
Click this Zoom link to register. Participants can call BALANCE to register as well, at 416-236-1796 ext. 0.
Those who do not have an email address or wish not to use it can call in via audio by calling Zoom at 647-374-4685, and inputting the webinar ID #874 0135 7753
Webinar passcode has been de-activated.
zoomVaccine Hesitancy WebinarVaccine Hesitancy Webinar
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July 29, 2021Do misinformation and endless contradictions have you at a loss for how to discuss COVID-19 with hesitant family and friends? BALANCE is hosting a webinar that will focus on equipping our community with the most up-to date, accurate information to be able to discuss the benefits and calm the fears of your hesitant friends and family members.
You may register using the following Zoom link or call the BALANCE office at 416-236-1796 so that we can register you! https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CLfXZXhkTDKTYqvAyfF7RQ
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July 29, 2021Coffee Connections returns weekly every Thursday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm eastern time!
It’s social. It’s different. It’s fun! Hosted by 2 wonderful volunteers, this social group is a chance for people to gather, make new acquaintances, share how you’re feeling, and to chat with others in the community. So, brew a cup of coffee or tea, hop onto Zoom, and come join us for a mid-week breather!
If you have a topic suggestion, please let us know by emailing us at info@balancefba.org
Call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0, or click here to register on Zoom for Coffee Connections.
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Power Hour with Mark Mangabay
Power Hour with Mark Mangabay
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July 30, 2021If you have been wanting to start exercising but aren’t sure where to begin, join Personal Trainer and Occupational Therapy Assistant Mark Mangabay for our Power Hour!
This session will include 30 – 45 minutes of exercise to uplift your mood and get you sweating, as well as tips on exercising safely in the home and a Q&A portion for all things fitness! Set to upbeat music, this workout will start with a light warm up, followed by gentle dynamic stretching, upper and lower body strengthening exercises and finish off with gentle static stretching.
Click here to register for the upcoming session of Power Hour Fitness on Friday August 13th from 11 AM - 12 PM.
Once registered, you will be able to attend all the sessions using the same link.
zoomThe Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing GameThe Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game
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July 30, 2021Join this interactive fantasy board game group where storytelling and single-character play, set on a loosely medieval world, will take you on the adventure of a lifetime! This group will run every Friday evenings, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm, and will allow you to meet new people and develop your soft-skills. No previous experience or knowledge necessary, all you need to bring is your imagination and have either a phone or computer to connect to Zoom.
Click here to register on Zoom for the Adventure Zone or call 416-236-1796, extension 0 and speak to Chloe.
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