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Events in September 2024

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

9:30 am: Strength and Stability Class


August 28, 2024

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
1700 Bloor Street West
Toronto, Ontario M6P 4C3
Canada
August 29, 2024(2 events)

1:00 pm: OKO App Workshop- Virtual Session


August 29, 2024

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.

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6:30 pm: Mental Health Pop-Up Session: "How to Cope with Grief and Loss of Sight"


August 29, 2024

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.

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August 30, 2024
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September 3, 2024
September 4, 2024(2 events)

9:30 am: Strength and Stability Class


September 4, 2024

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
1700 Bloor Street West
Toronto, Ontario M6P 4C3
Canada

10:00 am: OKO App Workshop: In-Person Session


September 4, 2024

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.

Location: High Park

We will meet at the High Park North Gates located at High Park Avenue and Bloor Street West (south west corner of the intersection). Participants travelling by TTC can request for staff to meet at High Park subway station for assistance to get to the meeting area.

If you want to participate in the in-person session or need support for registration you can email Bill Phung at b.phung@balancefba.org.

High Park
September 5, 2024(1 event)

1:30 pm: BALANCE & VibeArts Jazz Dance Course


September 5, 2024

Join Our 5-Week BALANCE & VibeArts Jazz Dance Course! 🎉 

Ready to groove to some smooth jazz rhythms? BALANCE & VibeArts are offering a special 5-week Jazz Dance course, perfect for adults with visual disabilities. You’ll get to explore the expressive and energetic world of jazz dance, with each class building on the last, creating a fun and immersive experience. 

No dance experience needed—just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn and connect with others. 

To register: Email us at info@balancefba.org  

or call 416-236-1796 ext. 0. 

Start Date: Thursday September 5th (for 5 Thursdays) 

West Neighbourhood House
248 Ossington Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M6J 3A2
Canada
September 6, 2024
September 7, 2024
September 8, 2024
September 9, 2024
September 10, 2024
September 11, 2024(1 event)

9:30 am: Strength and Stability Class


September 11, 2024

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
1700 Bloor Street West
Toronto, Ontario M6P 4C3
Canada
September 12, 2024
September 13, 2024
September 14, 2024
September 15, 2024
September 16, 2024
September 17, 2024
September 18, 2024(1 event)

9:30 am: Strength and Stability Class


September 18, 2024

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
1700 Bloor Street West
Toronto, Ontario M6P 4C3
Canada
September 19, 2024
September 20, 2024
September 21, 2024
September 22, 2024
September 23, 2024
September 24, 2024
September 25, 2024(1 event)

9:30 am: Strength and Stability Class


September 25, 2024

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
1700 Bloor Street West
Toronto, Ontario M6P 4C3
Canada
September 26, 2024
September 27, 2024
September 28, 2024
September 29, 2024
September 30, 2024
October 1, 2024
October 2, 2024(1 event)

9:30 am: Strength and Stability Class


October 2, 2024

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
1700 Bloor Street West
Toronto, Ontario M6P 4C3
Canada
October 3, 2024
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October 6, 2024