Brain Injury Association of Durham Region – To enrich the lives of people of Durham Region, who live with the effects of brain injury

About Us

Brain Injury Association of Durham Region (BIAD) is a registered, not-for-profit charitable organization, whose members are people who have experienced brain injuries and their caregivers. We serve the Durham Region by providing non-medical resources and supports.

Virtual Program

BIAD Day Program offers a supportive environment where individuals with Brain Injury can engage in meaningful activities, based upon their individual strengths and interests. If you are looking for engaging programming please join us on Zoom Mon - Fri

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our services you may leave a message at 905-723-2732 or email inquiry at information@biad.ca To request services from BIAD you can download our referral form here or visit our services page on our website here

Our Services

BIAD services helps with enabling individuals, living with an brain injury, to be able to maintain an independent and empowered quality of life. BIAD offers a range of services to individuals such as: Community Support Services, Day Program, Peer Support, Homelessness Prevention and More

NEW Young Adult Group Date

BIAD's Young Adult Group will now be held on Tuesday's from 5pm - 6pm on zoom.

Today's Virtual Programs

Click Here to see this months full calendar

Board of Director Opportunity

Share your time and talent where your work makes a difference!

The Brain Injury Association of Durham (BIAD) is a charitable non-profit organization serving people who live with the effects of brain injuries, alongside their families, friends, and community. BIAD is currently seeking passionate, collaborative volunteers to join its governing Board of Directors.

Please send your resume/cover letter to Board@biad.ca

Request For Services

BIAD offers non-medical Brain Injury community support services. An application can be made by the individual (Self-referral) or Professionals (primary health care/community partners). To access services from BIAD please click on the referral form below for a printable PDF form. If you require a paper copy of the Request for Service Form please contact us at intake@biad.ca or call us at 905-723-2732

COVID-19 RESPONSE

While our BIAD office and day program remain closed until further notice our staff are continuing to support our clients.

Our Day Program is running virtually through our new Virtual Day Program on Facebook. If you would like to connect with this program, you can request to join our group. We have daily interactive posts and live programs to keep our clients engaged.

We continue to support our clients via phone, email and other methods as required. Please do not hesitate to call or email to request services and/or support.

Upcoming Virtual Programs

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2	3 10am Coffee and News 10am Coffee and News Monday, January 03 10:00 am - 11:00 am Read / listen to the latest positive news. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Brain Fitness 11am Brain Fitness Monday, January 03 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Give your brain a workout with this movement based, multi-sensory brain stimulation program. This program can help improve many areas including; cognition, memory, concentration, sleep, communication, mobility, energy levels, stress management and overall well-being. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Games & Social 1pm Games & Social Monday, January 03 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Enjoy some fun virtual games like trivia, escape rooms, family feud, words games and more! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Open Chat 2pm Open Chat Monday, January 03 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • •	4 10am Music Group 10am Music Group Tuesday, January 04 10:00 am - 11:00 am Listen and learn about different types of music! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Memory Group 11am Memory Group Tuesday, January 04 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Learn and practice strategies that can help to strengthen memory and recall skills. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Tuesday, January 04 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group or break out into a program! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Women's Group 2pm Women's Group Tuesday, January 04 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Join in to use the technique of mindfulness to train attention and awareness, and achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm and stable state. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 5pm Young Adult Group 5pm Young Adult Group Tuesday, January 04 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • • •	5 10am Drawing Class 10am Drawing Class Wednesday, January 05 10:00 am - 11:00 am Come create and learn with us! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Open Chat 11am Open Chat Wednesday, January 05 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Exercise Class 1pm Exercise Class Wednesday, January 05 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Low impact, stretching, weights, cardio boxing, circuit training, balancing & stability exercises Participants can be seated or standing. Wear comfy clothes! Exercises will vary to accommodate abilities. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Discussion Group 2pm Discussion Group Wednesday, January 05 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm This group is safe space for peers to provide knowledge, experience, emotional, social or practical help to each other. It also a space to share thought and discuss a variety of topics. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3pm Seated Yoga Class 3pm Seated Yoga Class Wednesday, January 05 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free Experience easeful movement that inspires the mind and body to connect with the intent to release stress while finding compassion and acceptance for self. All levels are welcome. What participants may require: - Comfy clothing you can move in - Chair - Yoga mat (only if you have one; not mandatory) - Running shoes or bare feet - Ready to have fun! See more details • • • • •	6 10am Chat with Heather 10am Chat with Heather Thursday, January 06 10:00 am - 11:00 am Share thoughts and discuss topics with BIAD Executive Director Heather! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Creative Writing 11am Creative Writing Thursday, January 06 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Through writing exercises, this program exposes you to many aspects of the writing process including generating ideas, characterization, dialogue and narration. We write stories, poems, cartoons, jokes, and other interesting tidbits. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free THIS WEEKS TOPICS Creative Writing Topics: Share how you spent the Holiday's! Write about your highlights. If you were only given a chance to listen to one artist or one genre of music for the rest of your life, who would you choose? If you were in charge of the whole world, what would you do to make the world a happier place? Have you ever lost something that is important to you? Were you able to find it? Write about it. Poem Topics: Write a poem or a story about what it would be like to climb to the very top of the highest mountain in the world. Write a poem or a story using these three words: detective, piano, and pizza. See more details 1pm Exercise Class 1pm Exercise Class Thursday, January 06 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Low impact, stretching, weights, cardio boxing, circuit training, balancing & stability exercises Participants can be seated or standing. Wear comfy clothes! Exercises will vary to accommodate abilities. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details Games and Social Games and Social Thursday, January 06 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Enjoy some fun virtual games like trivia, escape rooms, family feud, words games and more! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run Thursday, January 06 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join Laura for a fun dance party! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • • •	7 10am Discussion Group 10am Discussion Group Friday, January 07 10:00 am - 11:00 am This group is safe space for peers to provide knowledge, experience, emotional, social or practical help to each other. It also a space to share thought and discuss a variety of topics. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Peaceability - Meditation Class 11am Peaceability - Meditation Class Friday, January 07 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Peaceability is the ability to find peace in your everyday life. It uses a combination of Eastern and Western meditation styles to create a powerful meditation series. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82164237436?pwd=dzNNZno3YWVpTWF2ZlZpNDlXWC8xdz09 Meeting ID: 821 6423 7436 Passcode: 1324 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3:30pm Story Reading (Facebook) 3:30pm Story Reading (Facebook) Friday, January 07 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm A reading of an inspirational short story on Facebook Live https://www.facebook.com/groups/198705408234489/ See more details • • •	8
9	10 10am Coffee and News 10am Coffee and News Monday, January 10 10:00 am - 11:00 am Read / listen to the latest positive news. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Brain Fitness 11am Brain Fitness Monday, January 10 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Give your brain a workout with this movement based, multi-sensory brain stimulation program. This program can help improve many areas including; cognition, memory, concentration, sleep, communication, mobility, energy levels, stress management and overall well-being. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Games & Social 1pm Games & Social Monday, January 10 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Enjoy some fun virtual games like trivia, escape rooms, family feud, words games and more! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Open Chat 2pm Open Chat Monday, January 10 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • •	11 10am Music Group 10am Music Group Tuesday, January 11 10:00 am - 11:00 am Listen and learn about different types of music! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Memory Group 11am Memory Group Tuesday, January 11 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Learn and practice strategies that can help to strengthen memory and recall skills. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Tuesday, January 11 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group or break out into a program! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Meditation - Peer Run CANCELLED 2pm Meditation - Peer Run CANCELLED Tuesday, January 11 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CANCLLED Join in to use the technique of mindfulness to train attention and awareness, and achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm and stable state. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • •	12 10am Drawing Class 10am Drawing Class Wednesday, January 12 10:00 am - 11:00 am Come create and learn with us! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Speech Group - Communication group 11am Speech Group - Communication group Wednesday, January 12 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Join Julie a Speech & Language Pathologist for a communication group. This group therapy is about social communication (turn taking, staying on topic, initiating conversations) and building language skills. It's a supportive and trusting environment where you can grow with and from each other. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Wednesday, January 12 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group or break out into a program! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Men's Group 2pm Men's Group Wednesday, January 12 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm This group is safe space for peers to provide knowledge, experience, emotional, social or practical help to each other. It also a space to share thought and discuss a variety of topics. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3pm Seated Yoga Class 3pm Seated Yoga Class Wednesday, January 12 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free Experience easeful movement that inspires the mind and body to connect with the intent to release stress while finding compassion and acceptance for self. All levels are welcome. What participants may require: - Comfy clothing you can move in - Chair - Yoga mat (only if you have one; not mandatory) - Running shoes or bare feet - Ready to have fun! See more details • • • • •	13 10am Open Chat 10am Open Chat Thursday, January 13 10:00 am - 11:00 am Share thoughts and discuss topics with BIAD Executive Director Heather! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Creative Writing 11am Creative Writing Thursday, January 13 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Through writing exercises, this program exposes you to many aspects of the writing process including generating ideas, characterization, dialogue and narration. We write stories, poems, cartoons, jokes, and other interesting tidbits. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free THIS WEEKS TOPICS Creative Writing Topics: You find an old notebook hidden in an attic. What does it say? Who did it belong to? Invent a new day of the week. What is it called? When is it? What do people usually do on that day of the week? Finish this story: “Something just touched my foot,” they shouted, swimming frantically towards the shore. Imagine you’re exploring the Amazon jungle. Write a diary entry about your day. Poem Topics: Write a poem or a story where the main character faces their biggest fear. Write a poem or a story about a favourite food and a specific memory of eating it. See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Thursday, January 13 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group or break out into a program! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details Games and Social Games and Social Thursday, January 13 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Enjoy some fun virtual games like trivia, escape rooms, family feud, words games and more! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run Thursday, January 13 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join Laura for a fun dance party! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • • •	14 10am Discussion Group 10am Discussion Group Friday, January 14 10:00 am - 11:00 am This group is safe space for peers to provide knowledge, experience, emotional, social or practical help to each other. It also a space to share thought and discuss a variety of topics. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Peaceability - Meditation Class 11am Peaceability - Meditation Class Friday, January 14 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Peaceability is the ability to find peace in your everyday life. It uses a combination of Eastern and Western meditation styles to create a powerful meditation series. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88528359397?pwd=eTZGVlZibkJZM1B3NE9BM3hneUlHdz09 Meeting ID: 885 2835 9397 Passcode: 0336 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3:30pm Story Reading (Facebook) 3:30pm Story Reading (Facebook) Friday, January 14 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm A reading of an inspirational short story on Facebook Live https://www.facebook.com/groups/198705408234489/ See more details • • •	15
16	17 10am Coffee and News 10am Coffee and News Monday, January 17 10:00 am - 11:00 am Read / listen to the latest positive news. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Brain Fitness 11am Brain Fitness Monday, January 17 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Give your brain a workout with this movement based, multi-sensory brain stimulation program. This program can help improve many areas including; cognition, memory, concentration, sleep, communication, mobility, energy levels, stress management and overall well-being. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Games & Social 1pm Games & Social Monday, January 17 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Enjoy some fun virtual games like trivia, escape rooms, family feud, words games and more! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Open Chat 2pm Open Chat Monday, January 17 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • •	18 10am Music Group 10am Music Group Tuesday, January 18 10:00 am - 11:00 am Listen and learn about different types of music! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Memory Group 11am Memory Group Tuesday, January 18 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Learn and practice strategies that can help to strengthen memory and recall skills. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Tuesday, January 18 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group or break out into a program! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Women's Group 2pm Women's Group Tuesday, January 18 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Join in to use the technique of mindfulness to train attention and awareness, and achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm and stable state. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 5pm Young Adult Group 5pm Young Adult Group Tuesday, January 18 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Join Alison from the Oshawa Public Library and play some fun winter themed trivia! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • • •	19 10am Drawing Class 10am Drawing Class Wednesday, January 19 10:00 am - 11:00 am Come create and learn with us! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Speech Group - Communication group 11am Speech Group - Communication group Wednesday, January 19 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Join Julie a Speech & Language Pathologist for a communication group. This group therapy is about social communication (turn taking, staying on topic, initiating conversations) and building language skills. It's a supportive and trusting environment where you can grow with and from each other. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Wednesday, January 19 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group or break out into a program! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Men's Group 2pm Men's Group Wednesday, January 19 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm This group is safe space for peers to provide knowledge, experience, emotional, social or practical help to each other. It also a space to share thought and discuss a variety of topics. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3pm Seated Yoga Class 3pm Seated Yoga Class Wednesday, January 19 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free Experience easeful movement that inspires the mind and body to connect with the intent to release stress while finding compassion and acceptance for self. All levels are welcome. What participants may require: - Comfy clothing you can move in - Chair - Yoga mat (only if you have one; not mandatory) - Running shoes or bare feet - Ready to have fun! See more details • • • • •	20 10am Open Chat 10am Open Chat Thursday, January 20 10:00 am - 11:00 am Share thoughts and discuss topics with BIAD Executive Director Heather! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Creative Writing 11am Creative Writing Thursday, January 20 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Through writing exercises, this program exposes you to many aspects of the writing process including generating ideas, characterization, dialogue and narration. We write stories, poems, cartoons, jokes, and other interesting tidbits. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free THIS WEEKS TOPICS Creative Writing Topics: Finish this "I stretched my hand and grabbed..." Write about the night and all the suprises that it brings. Imagine you are at a train station and you can't find the right train to take you to your destination. You get onto a train but it is not the right one. Where does the train take you? If you could take two people – real or fictional – on a cross-country road trip, who would you take? Where would you go? Poem Topics: Write a poem or a story about the colour blue. Sit outside for some time and write a poem or a story about the different sounds you hear. See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Thursday, January 20 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group or break out into a program! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details Games and Social Games and Social Thursday, January 20 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Enjoy some fun virtual games like trivia, escape rooms, family feud, words games and more! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run Thursday, January 20 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join Laura for a fun dance party! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • • •	21 10am Discussion Group 10am Discussion Group Friday, January 21 10:00 am - 11:00 am This group is safe space for peers to provide knowledge, experience, emotional, social or practical help to each other. It also a space to share thought and discuss a variety of topics. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Peaceability - Meditation Class 11am Peaceability - Meditation Class Friday, January 21 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Peaceability is the ability to find peace in your everyday life. It uses a combination of Eastern and Western meditation styles to create a powerful meditation series. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87992834824?pwd=R0xpWEhrWGJkTmxKM2JPZmdoaE1UQT09 Meeting ID: 879 9283 4824 Passcode: 9158 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3:30pm Story Reading (Facebook) 3:30pm Story Reading (Facebook) Friday, January 21 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm A reading of an inspirational short story on Facebook Live https://www.facebook.com/groups/198705408234489/ See more details • • •	22
23	24 10am Coffee and News 10am Coffee and News Monday, January 24 10:00 am - 11:00 am Read / listen to the latest positive news. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Brain Fitness 11am Brain Fitness Monday, January 24 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Give your brain a workout with this movement based, multi-sensory brain stimulation program. This program can help improve many areas including; cognition, memory, concentration, sleep, communication, mobility, energy levels, stress management and overall well-being. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Games & Social 1pm Games & Social Monday, January 24 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Enjoy some fun virtual games like trivia, escape rooms, family feud, words games and more! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Open Chat 2pm Open Chat Monday, January 24 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • •	25 10am Music Group 10am Music Group Tuesday, January 25 10:00 am - 11:00 am Listen and learn about different types of music! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Memory Group 11am Memory Group Tuesday, January 25 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Learn and practice strategies that can help to strengthen memory and recall skills. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Tuesday, January 25 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group or break out into a program! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Women's Group 2pm Women's Group Tuesday, January 25 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Join in to use the technique of mindfulness to train attention and awareness, and achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm and stable state. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • •	26 10am Drawing Class 10am Drawing Class Wednesday, January 26 10:00 am - 11:00 am Come create and learn with us! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Speech Group - Communication group 11am Speech Group - Communication group Wednesday, January 26 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Join Julie a Speech & Language Pathologist for a communication group. This group therapy is about social communication (turn taking, staying on topic, initiating conversations) and building language skills. It's a supportive and trusting environment where you can grow with and from each other. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Exercise Class 1pm Exercise Class Wednesday, January 26 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Low impact, stretching, weights, cardio boxing, circuit training, balancing & stability exercises Participants can be seated or standing. Wear comfy clothes! Exercises will vary to accommodate abilities. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Men's Group 2pm Men's Group Wednesday, January 26 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm This group is safe space for peers to provide knowledge, experience, emotional, social or practical help to each other. It also a space to share thought and discuss a variety of topics. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3pm Seated Yoga Class 3pm Seated Yoga Class Wednesday, January 26 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free Experience easeful movement that inspires the mind and body to connect with the intent to release stress while finding compassion and acceptance for self. All levels are welcome. What participants may require: - Comfy clothing you can move in - Chair - Yoga mat (only if you have one; not mandatory) - Running shoes or bare feet - Ready to have fun! See more details • • • • •	27 10am Open Chat 10am Open Chat Thursday, January 27 10:00 am - 11:00 am Share thoughts and discuss topics with BIAD Executive Director Heather! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Creative Writing 11am Creative Writing Thursday, January 27 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Through writing exercises, this program exposes you to many aspects of the writing process including generating ideas, characterization, dialogue and narration. We write stories, poems, cartoons, jokes, and other interesting tidbits. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free THIS WEEKS TOPICS Creative Writing Topics: Write a story that has the following two sentences written in: "The trail became difficult because..." "The moose heard us..." Write about what BIAD means to you! If you found your name in a world record, what would it be for? Write about it! What would your perfect weekend look like? What things would you do? Who would you see? What would you eat? Poem Topics: Write a poem or a story about the best surprise you ever got. Write a poem or a story about your earliest memory See more details 1pm Exercise Class 1pm Exercise Class Thursday, January 27 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Low impact, stretching, weights, cardio boxing, circuit training, balancing & stability exercises Participants can be seated or standing. Wear comfy clothes! Exercises will vary to accommodate abilities. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details Games and Social Games and Social Thursday, January 27 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Enjoy some fun virtual games like trivia, escape rooms, family feud, words games and more! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run Thursday, January 27 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join Laura for a fun dance party! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • • •	28 10am Discussion Group 10am Discussion Group Friday, January 28 10:00 am - 11:00 am This group is safe space for peers to provide knowledge, experience, emotional, social or practical help to each other. It also a space to share thought and discuss a variety of topics. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Peaceability - Meditation Class 11am Peaceability - Meditation Class Friday, January 28 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Peaceability is the ability to find peace in your everyday life. It uses a combination of Eastern and Western meditation styles to create a powerful meditation series. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3:30pm Story Reading (Facebook) 3:30pm Story Reading (Facebook) Friday, January 28 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm A reading of an inspirational short story on Facebook Live https://www.facebook.com/groups/198705408234489/ See more details • • •	29
30	31 10am Coffee and News 10am Coffee and News Monday, January 31 10:00 am - 11:00 am Read / listen to the latest positive news. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Brain Fitness 11am Brain Fitness Monday, January 31 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Give your brain a workout with this movement based, multi-sensory brain stimulation program. This program can help improve many areas including; cognition, memory, concentration, sleep, communication, mobility, energy levels, stress management and overall well-being. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Games & Social 1pm Games & Social Monday, January 31 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Enjoy some fun virtual games like trivia, escape rooms, family feud, words games and more! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Open Chat 2pm Open Chat Monday, January 31 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87888732403?pwd=L0ZCNHJNcFVhU1JicnF6NzRUYS9sdz09 Meeting ID: 878 8873 2403 Passcode: 8060 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • •