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

2022 Annual General Meeting: Rescheduled

Due to unforeseen circumstances, this years AGM is being moved to November 24th. More details will be announced soon.

2022 BIAD Holiday Celebration

Join us on Tuesday December 20th at 6pm for this years virtual Holiday celebration! CLICK HERE to register for this event.

Registration for this event closes on December 8th.

Client and Family Advisory Committee

Would you like to become a member of the Client and Family Advisory Committee?

The Client and Family Advisory Committee at the Brain Injury Association of Durham (BIAD), is a partnership of clients, their families, agency staff, and board members committed to ensuring an excellent client care experience at BIAD.

Client and Family Centered Care is an approach to support that respects the central role of people in the programs of BIAD and upholds the importance of the family as a partner.

If you are interested in registering to join this committee, please CLICK HERE.

We will be in contact with you to discuss this opportunity further!

Today's Virtual Programs

Click Here to see this months full calendar

Upcoming Registered Programs

Click HERE to register!

If you are new to BIAD, please call 905-723-2732 and speak with a staff member about joining our day program before registering.

	January 2023
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9 11am Hybrid Program - Brain Fitness 11am Hybrid Program - Brain Fitness Monday, 09 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Description: Give your brain a workout with this movementbased, multi-sensory brain stimulation program. This program can help improvemany areas including; cognition, memory, concentration, sleep, communication,mobility, energy levels, stress management and overall well-being. To register for in-person: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 1pm Registered Program - BIAD News Room 1pm Registered Program - BIAD News Room Monday, 09 January 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Description: BIAD is bringing backour monthly newsletters with your help! This group will meet weeklyto put together the newsletter that will include participant successes and BIADupdates. To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details • •	10	11 10am Hybrid Program - Sound Bites 10am Hybrid Program - Sound Bites Wednesday, 11 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am Description: Join in as we use our voices, minds, bodies and instruments to dive intomusic and to learn how we can use music to help us through our everyday lives To register for in-person: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 12:15pm Registered Program - Communication Group 12:15pm Registered Program - Communication Group Wednesday, 11 January 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Description: Join Julie, a Speech & LanguagePathologist, for a communication group. This group is about socialcommunication (turn taking, staying on topic, initiating conversations) andbuilding language skills. It's a supportive and trusting environment where youcan grow with and from each other. To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 3pm Hybrid Program - Seated Yoga 3pm Hybrid Program - Seated Yoga Wednesday, 11 January 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Description: Experience easeful movement that inspires themind and body to connect with the intent to release stress while findingcompassion and acceptance for self. Alllevels are welcome! To register for in-person: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details • • •	12 10am Registered Program - Art Class 10am Registered Program - Art Class Thursday, 12 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am Description: Creativity calling! Enjoy learning aboutdifferent art styles while creating masterpieces of your own! For all ability levels! To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details •	13 11am Hybrid Program - Meditation 11am Hybrid Program - Meditation Friday, 13 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Description: Peaceability is the ability to find peace inyour everyday life. It uses a combination of Eastern and Western meditationstyles to create a powerful meditation series. To register for in-person: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details •	14	15
16 1pm Registered Program - BIAD News Room 1pm Registered Program - BIAD News Room Monday, 16 January 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Description: BIAD is bringing backour monthly newsletters with your help! This group will meet weeklyto put together the newsletter that will include participant successes and BIADupdates. To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details •	17	18 12:15pm Registered Program - Communication Group 12:15pm Registered Program - Communication Group Wednesday, 18 January 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Description: Join Julie, a Speech & LanguagePathologist, for a communication group. This group is about socialcommunication (turn taking, staying on topic, initiating conversations) andbuilding language skills. It's a supportive and trusting environment where youcan grow with and from each other. To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details •	19 10am Registered Program - Art Class 10am Registered Program - Art Class Thursday, 19 January 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Description: Creativity calling! Enjoy learning aboutdifferent art styles while creating masterpieces of your own! For all ability levels! To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 1pm Registered Program - Stained Glass 1pm Registered Program - Stained Glass Thursday, 19 January 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm IN-PERSON To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details • •	20	21	22
23 1pm Registered Program - BIAD News Room 1pm Registered Program - BIAD News Room Monday, 23 January 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Description: BIAD is bringing backour monthly newsletters with your help! This group will meet weeklyto put together the newsletter that will include participant successes and BIADupdates. To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details •	24	25 10am Hybrid Program - Sound Bites 10am Hybrid Program - Sound Bites Wednesday, 25 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am Description: Join in as we use our voices, minds, bodies and instruments to dive intomusic and to learn how we can use music to help us through our everyday lives To register for in-person: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 12:15pm Registered Program - Communication Group 12:15pm Registered Program - Communication Group Wednesday, 25 January 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Description: Join Julie, a Speech & LanguagePathologist, for a communication group. This group is about socialcommunication (turn taking, staying on topic, initiating conversations) andbuilding language skills. It's a supportive and trusting environment where youcan grow with and from each other. To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details • •	26 10am Registered Program - Art Class 10am Registered Program - Art Class Thursday, 26 January 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Description: Creativity calling! Enjoy learning aboutdifferent art styles while creating masterpieces of your own! For all ability levels! To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 1pm Registered Program - Stained Glass 1pm Registered Program - Stained Glass Thursday, 26 January 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm IN-PERSON To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details • •	27	28	29
30 1pm Registered Program - BIAD News Room 1pm Registered Program - BIAD News Room Monday, 30 January 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Description: BIAD is bringing backour monthly newsletters with your help! This group will meet weeklyto put together the newsletter that will include participant successes and BIADupdates. To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 2pm Registered Program - Pool Tournament 2pm Registered Program - Pool Tournament Monday, 30 January 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Description: Join us bi-weekly for some fun pool games! To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details • •	31

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) by completing an Application for Services form. To access this application please click on the link below. If you require a paper copy of the Application for Services Form please contact us at intake@ceabi.ca or call us at 905-723-2732

Upcoming Programs

	January 2023
Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
1	2 10am Virtual Program - Coffee and News 10am Virtual Program - Coffee and News Monday, 02 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: Read / listen to the latest positive news. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84559638147?pwd=TGNFNGZaZmcvVWUzM2xORW1tT3pxQT09 Meeting ID: 845 5963 8147 Passcode: 0356 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Brain Fitness 11am Virtual Program - Brain Fitness Monday, 02 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ZOOM OR IN-PERSON Description: Give your brain a workout with this movementbased, multi-sensory brain stimulation program. This program can help improvemany areas including; cognition, memory, concentration, sleep, communication,mobility, energy levels, stress management and overall well-being. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84559638147?pwd=TGNFNGZaZmcvVWUzM2xORW1tT3pxQT09 Meeting ID: 845 5963 8147 Passcode: 0356 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Virtual Program - Games and Social 2pm Virtual Program - Games and Social Monday, 02 January 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ZOOM Description: Enjoy some fun virtual games like trivia, escape rooms, family feud, words games and more! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84559638147?pwd=TGNFNGZaZmcvVWUzM2xORW1tT3pxQT09 Meeting ID: 845 5963 8147 Passcode: 0356 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • •	3 10am Virtual Program - Memory Group 10am Virtual Program - Memory Group Tuesday, 03 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: Learn and practice strategies that can help to strengthen memory and recall skills. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84559638147?pwd=TGNFNGZaZmcvVWUzM2xORW1tT3pxQT09 Meeting ID: 845 5963 8147 Passcode: 0356 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Drawing Class 11am Virtual Program - Drawing Class Tuesday, 03 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ZOOM Description: Come create and learn with us! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84559638147?pwd=TGNFNGZaZmcvVWUzM2xORW1tT3pxQT09 Meeting ID: 845 5963 8147 Passcode: 0356 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Virtual Program - Open Chat 1pm Virtual Program - Open Chat Tuesday, 03 January 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ZOOM Description: Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84559638147?pwd=TGNFNGZaZmcvVWUzM2xORW1tT3pxQT09 Meeting ID: 845 5963 8147 Passcode: 0356 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • •	4 11am Virtual Program - Open Chat 11am Virtual Program - Open Chat Wednesday, 04 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84559638147?pwd=TGNFNGZaZmcvVWUzM2xORW1tT3pxQT09 Meeting ID: 845 5963 8147 Passcode: 0356 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3pm Virtual Program - Seated Yoga 3pm Virtual Program - Seated Yoga Wednesday, 04 January 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ZOOM OR IN-PERSON Description: Experience easeful movement that inspires themind and body to connect with the intent to release stress while findingcompassion and acceptance for self. Alllevels are welcome! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84559638147?pwd=TGNFNGZaZmcvVWUzM2xORW1tT3pxQT09 Meeting ID: 845 5963 8147 Passcode: 0356 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • •	5 10am Virtual Program - Open Chat 10am Virtual Program - Open Chat Thursday, 05 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84559638147?pwd=TGNFNGZaZmcvVWUzM2xORW1tT3pxQT09 Meeting ID: 845 5963 8147 Passcode: 0356 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Creative Writing 11am Virtual Program - Creative Writing Thursday, 05 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ZOOM Description: 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/84559638147?pwd=TGNFNGZaZmcvVWUzM2xORW1tT3pxQT09 Meeting ID: 845 5963 8147 Passcode: 0356 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free THIS WEEKS TOPICS Creative Writing Topics: Welcome to 2023! Share your new years goals and/or resolutions! Write a story where all your favourite characters from books and movies meet up. What do they get up to? “You’ve got the wrong person – it wasn’t me!” Continue this story… If you could add any type of room to your house, what would it be? Describe exactly what this room would look like! Poem Topics: Write a poem or a story sharing your favourite holiday memory from 2022. Write an acrostic poem using the words: NEW YEAR- NEW ME! See more details 2pm Virtual Program - Games and Social 2pm Virtual Program - Games and Social Thursday, 05 January 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ZOOM Description: Enjoy some fun virtual games like trivia, escape rooms, family feud, words games and more! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84559638147?pwd=TGNFNGZaZmcvVWUzM2xORW1tT3pxQT09 Meeting ID: 845 5963 8147 Passcode: 0356 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • •	6 10am Virtual Program - Discussion Group 10am Virtual Program - Discussion Group Friday, 06 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: 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 thoughts and discuss a variety of topics. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84559638147?pwd=TGNFNGZaZmcvVWUzM2xORW1tT3pxQT09 Meeting ID: 845 5963 8147 Passcode: 0356 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Meditation 11am Virtual Program - Meditation Friday, 06 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Description: Peaceability is the ability to find peace inyour everyday life. It uses a combination of Eastern and Western meditationstyles to create a powerful meditation series. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84559638147?pwd=TGNFNGZaZmcvVWUzM2xORW1tT3pxQT09 Meeting ID: 845 5963 8147 Passcode: 0356 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3:30pm Facebook Story Reading 3:30pm Facebook Story Reading Friday, 06 January 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm A reading of an inspirational short story on Facebook Live https://www.facebook.com/groups/198705408234489/ See more details • • •	7
8	9 10am Virtual Program - Coffee and News 10am Virtual Program - Coffee and News Monday, 09 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: Read / listen to the latest positive news. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89113989095?pwd=aktWeWlsYUZSQ0h1eU0ybUdLR0NEQT09 Meeting ID: 891 1398 9095 Passcode: 2121 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Hybrid Program - Brain Fitness 11am Hybrid Program - Brain Fitness Monday, 09 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ZOOM OR IN-PERSON Description: Give your brain a workout with this movementbased, multi-sensory brain stimulation program. This program can help improvemany areas including; cognition, memory, concentration, sleep, communication,mobility, energy levels, stress management and overall well-being. To register for in-person: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 To Join on zoom: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89113989095?pwd=aktWeWlsYUZSQ0h1eU0ybUdLR0NEQT09 Meeting ID: 891 1398 9095 Passcode: 2121 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Registered Program - BIAD News Room 1pm Registered Program - BIAD News Room Monday, 09 January 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm IN-PERSON Description: BIAD is bringing backour monthly newsletters with your help! This group will meet weekly to put together the newsletter that will include participant successes and BIAD updates. To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 2pm Virtual Program - Games and Social 2pm Virtual Program - Games and Social Monday, 09 January 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ZOOM Description: Enjoy some fun virtual games like trivia, escape rooms, family feud, words games and more! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89113989095?pwd=aktWeWlsYUZSQ0h1eU0ybUdLR0NEQT09 Meeting ID: 891 1398 9095 Passcode: 2121 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • •	10 10am Virtual Program - Memory Group 10am Virtual Program - Memory Group Tuesday, 10 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: Learn and practice strategies that can help to strengthen memory and recall skills. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89113989095?pwd=aktWeWlsYUZSQ0h1eU0ybUdLR0NEQT09 Meeting ID: 891 1398 9095 Passcode: 2121 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Drawing Class 11am Virtual Program - Drawing Class Tuesday, 10 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ZOOM Description: Come create and learn with us! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89113989095?pwd=aktWeWlsYUZSQ0h1eU0ybUdLR0NEQT09 Meeting ID: 891 1398 9095 Passcode: 2121 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Virtual Program - Open Chat 1pm Virtual Program - Open Chat Tuesday, 10 January 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ZOOM Description: Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89113989095?pwd=aktWeWlsYUZSQ0h1eU0ybUdLR0NEQT09 Meeting ID: 891 1398 9095 Passcode: 2121 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • •	11 10am Hybrid Program - Sound Bites 10am Hybrid Program - Sound Bites Wednesday, 11 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am Description: Join in as we use our voices, minds, bodies and instruments to dive intomusic and to learn how we can use music to help us through our everyday lives To register for in-person: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 To join zoom: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89113989095?pwd=aktWeWlsYUZSQ0h1eU0ybUdLR0NEQT09 Meeting ID: 891 1398 9095 Passcode: 2121 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Communication Group 11am Virtual Program - Communication Group Wednesday, 11 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ZOOM Description: Join Julie, a Speech & LanguagePathologist, for a communication group. This group is about socialcommunication (turn taking, staying on topic, initiating conversations) andbuilding language skills. It's a supportive and trusting environment where youcan grow with and from each other. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89113989095?pwd=aktWeWlsYUZSQ0h1eU0ybUdLR0NEQT09 Meeting ID: 891 1398 9095 Passcode: 2121 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 12:15pm Registered Program - Communication Group 12:15pm Registered Program - Communication Group Wednesday, 11 January 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm IN-PERSON Description: Join Julie, a Speech & LanguagePathologist, for a communication group. This group is about socialcommunication (turn taking, staying on topic, initiating conversations) andbuilding language skills. It's a supportive and trusting environment where youcan grow with and from each other. To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 3pm Hybrid Program - Seated Yoga 3pm Hybrid Program - Seated Yoga Wednesday, 11 January 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ZOOM OR IN-PERSON Description: Experience easeful movement that inspires themind and body to connect with the intent to release stress while findingcompassion and acceptance for self. Alllevels are welcome! To register for in-person: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 To join on zoom: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89113989095?pwd=aktWeWlsYUZSQ0h1eU0ybUdLR0NEQT09 Meeting ID: 891 1398 9095 Passcode: 2121 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • •	12 10am Registered Program - Art Class 10am Registered Program - Art Class Thursday, 12 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am IN-PERSON Description: Creativity calling! Enjoy learning aboutdifferent art styles while creating masterpieces of your own! For all ability levels! To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 10am Virtual Program - Chat with Heather 10am Virtual Program - Chat with Heather Thursday, 12 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: Share thoughts and discuss topics with BIAD Executive Director Heather! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89113989095?pwd=aktWeWlsYUZSQ0h1eU0ybUdLR0NEQT09 Meeting ID: 891 1398 9095 Passcode: 2121 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Creative Writing 11am Virtual Program - Creative Writing Thursday, 12 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ZOOM Description: 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/89113989095?pwd=aktWeWlsYUZSQ0h1eU0ybUdLR0NEQT09 Meeting ID: 891 1398 9095 Passcode: 2121 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free THIS WEEKS TOPICS Creative Writing Topics: On the cold January days, where would you rather be? Describe this place! Write about your favourite winter activities and share a memory of this activity. How do you keep yourself physically fit? If you could write a book about anything, what would you write about? Poem Topics: Write a poem or a story about a person whose life you're curious about. Write a poem using these three elements: a dessert, a memory, and someone in your family See more details 2pm Virtual Program - Games and Social 2pm Virtual Program - Games and Social Thursday, 12 January 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ZOOM Description: Enjoy some fun virtual games like trivia, escape rooms, family feud, words games and more! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89113989095?pwd=aktWeWlsYUZSQ0h1eU0ybUdLR0NEQT09 Meeting ID: 891 1398 9095 Passcode: 2121 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • •	13 10am Virtual Program - Discussion Group 10am Virtual Program - Discussion Group Friday, 13 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: 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 thoughts and discuss a variety of topics. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89113989095?pwd=aktWeWlsYUZSQ0h1eU0ybUdLR0NEQT09 Meeting ID: 891 1398 9095 Passcode: 2121 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Hybrid Program - Meditation 11am Hybrid Program - Meditation Friday, 13 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Description: Peaceability is the ability to find peace inyour everyday life. It uses a combination of Eastern and Western meditationstyles to create a powerful meditation series. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89113989095?pwd=aktWeWlsYUZSQ0h1eU0ybUdLR0NEQT09 Meeting ID: 891 1398 9095 Passcode: 2121 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Client and Family Advisory Committee Meeting 2pm Client and Family Advisory Committee Meeting Friday, 13 January 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89113989095?pwd=aktWeWlsYUZSQ0h1eU0ybUdLR0NEQT09 Meeting ID: 891 1398 9095 Passcode: 2121 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3:30pm Facebook Story Reading 3:30pm Facebook Story Reading Friday, 13 January 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm A reading of an inspirational short story on Facebook Live https://www.facebook.com/groups/198705408234489/ See more details • • • •	14
15	16 10am Virtual Program - Coffee and News 10am Virtual Program - Coffee and News Monday, 16 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: Read / listen to the latest positive news. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86480103290?pwd=d2FvK2UwVDVGUnB4UDFUcmZnN1Y3Zz09 Meeting ID: 864 8010 3290 Passcode: 8118 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Brain Fitness 11am Virtual Program - Brain Fitness Monday, 16 January 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/86480103290?pwd=d2FvK2UwVDVGUnB4UDFUcmZnN1Y3Zz09 Meeting ID: 864 8010 3290 Passcode: 8118 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Registered Program - BIAD News Room 1pm Registered Program - BIAD News Room Monday, 16 January 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm IN-PERSON Description: BIAD is bringing backour monthly newsletters with your help! This group will meet weekly to put together the newsletter that will include participant successes and BIAD updates. To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 1pm Virtual Program - Multi-Agency Program: Advent… 1pm Virtual Program - Multi-Agency Program: Adventures in Youtube Monday, 16 January 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Ontario: Yours to discover- Crazy facts about the history, geography and people of our wonderful Province. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84522036607 See more details • • • •	17 10am Virtual Program - Memory Group 10am Virtual Program - Memory Group Tuesday, 17 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: Learn and practice strategies that can help to strengthen memory and recall skills. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86480103290?pwd=d2FvK2UwVDVGUnB4UDFUcmZnN1Y3Zz09 Meeting ID: 864 8010 3290 Passcode: 8118 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Drawing Class 11am Virtual Program - Drawing Class Tuesday, 17 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ZOOM Description: Come create and learn with us! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86480103290?pwd=d2FvK2UwVDVGUnB4UDFUcmZnN1Y3Zz09 Meeting ID: 864 8010 3290 Passcode: 8118 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Virtual Program - Open Chat 1pm Virtual Program - Open Chat Tuesday, 17 January 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ZOOM Description: Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86480103290?pwd=d2FvK2UwVDVGUnB4UDFUcmZnN1Y3Zz09 Meeting ID: 864 8010 3290 Passcode: 8118 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • •	18 10am Virtual Program - Open Chat 10am Virtual Program - Open Chat Wednesday, 18 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am Drop-in for an open social group! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86480103290?pwd=d2FvK2UwVDVGUnB4UDFUcmZnN1Y3Zz09 Meeting ID: 864 8010 3290 Passcode: 8118 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Communication Group 11am Virtual Program - Communication Group Wednesday, 18 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ZOOM Description: Join Julie, a Speech & LanguagePathologist, for a communication group. This group is about socialcommunication (turn taking, staying on topic, initiating conversations) andbuilding language skills. It's a supportive and trusting environment where youcan grow with and from each other. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86480103290?pwd=d2FvK2UwVDVGUnB4UDFUcmZnN1Y3Zz09 Meeting ID: 864 8010 3290 Passcode: 8118 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 12:15pm Registered Program - Communication Group 12:15pm Registered Program - Communication Group Wednesday, 18 January 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm IN-PERSON Description: Join Julie, a Speech & LanguagePathologist, for a communication group. This group is about socialcommunication (turn taking, staying on topic, initiating conversations) andbuilding language skills. It's a supportive and trusting environment where youcan grow with and from each other. To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 3pm Virtual Program - Seated Yoga Class 3pm Virtual Program - Seated Yoga Class Wednesday, 18 January 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm 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. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86480103290?pwd=d2FvK2UwVDVGUnB4UDFUcmZnN1Y3Zz09 Meeting ID: 864 8010 3290 Passcode: 8118 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • •	19 10am Registered Program - Art Class 10am Registered Program - Art Class Thursday, 19 January 10:00 am - 12:00 pm IN-PERSON Description: Creativity calling! Enjoy learning aboutdifferent art styles while creating masterpieces of your own! For all ability levels! To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 10am Virtual Program - Open Chat 10am Virtual Program - Open Chat Thursday, 19 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86480103290?pwd=d2FvK2UwVDVGUnB4UDFUcmZnN1Y3Zz09 Meeting ID: 864 8010 3290 Passcode: 8118 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Creative Writing 11am Virtual Program - Creative Writing Thursday, 19 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ZOOM Description: 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/86480103290?pwd=d2FvK2UwVDVGUnB4UDFUcmZnN1Y3Zz09 Meeting ID: 864 8010 3290 Passcode: 8118 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free THIS WEEKS TOPICS Creative Writing Topics: Write a story about a teacher who can read minds. Write a short story about what it might be like if you woke up one morning with a mermaid tail. Share your top 5 of anything you would like (examples- artists, memories, songs, hobbies, etc.) Write about an invention that transformed the world! Poem Topics: Write a poem or share about the environment: a problem and a solution Write a poem or a story about the last song you listened to. See more details 1pm Registered Program - Stained Glass 1pm Registered Program - Stained Glass Thursday, 19 January 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm IN-PERSON To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 2pm Virtual Program - Games and Social 2pm Virtual Program - Games and Social Thursday, 19 January 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ZOOM Description: Enjoy some fun virtual games like trivia, escape rooms, family feud, words games and more! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86480103290?pwd=d2FvK2UwVDVGUnB4UDFUcmZnN1Y3Zz09 Meeting ID: 864 8010 3290 Passcode: 8118 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • • •	20 10am Virtual Program - Discussion Group 10am Virtual Program - Discussion Group Friday, 20 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: 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 thoughts and discuss a variety of topics. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86480103290?pwd=d2FvK2UwVDVGUnB4UDFUcmZnN1Y3Zz09 Meeting ID: 864 8010 3290 Passcode: 8118 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Peaceability - Meditation C… 11am Virtual Program - Peaceability - Meditation Class Friday, 20 January 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/86480103290?pwd=d2FvK2UwVDVGUnB4UDFUcmZnN1Y3Zz09 Meeting ID: 864 8010 3290 Passcode: 8118 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3:30pm Facebook Story Reading 3:30pm Facebook Story Reading Friday, 20 January 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm A reading of an inspirational short story on Facebook Live https://www.facebook.com/groups/198705408234489/ See more details • • •	21
22	23 10am Virtual Program - Coffee and News 10am Virtual Program - Coffee and News Monday, 23 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: Read / listen to the latest positive news. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86012618146?pwd=SStWbTFyRFJaVUhIeWgwYnlDU0M4dz09 Meeting ID: 860 1261 8146 Passcode: 0980 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Brain Fitness 11am Virtual Program - Brain Fitness Monday, 23 January 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/86012618146?pwd=SStWbTFyRFJaVUhIeWgwYnlDU0M4dz09 Meeting ID: 860 1261 8146 Passcode: 0980 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Registered Program - BIAD News Room 1pm Registered Program - BIAD News Room Monday, 23 January 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm IN-PERSON Description: BIAD is bringing backour monthly newsletters with your help! This group will meet weekly to put together the newsletter that will include participant successes and BIAD updates. To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 1pm Virtual Program - Multi-Agency Program: Advent… 1pm Virtual Program - Multi-Agency Program: Adventures in Youtube Monday, 23 January 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Tastes of the World- A deep dive into the most unique, expensive and outlandish food choices from around the globe. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84522036607 See more details • • • •	24 10am Virtual Program - Memory Group 10am Virtual Program - Memory Group Tuesday, 24 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: Learn and practice strategies that can help to strengthen memory and recall skills. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86012618146?pwd=SStWbTFyRFJaVUhIeWgwYnlDU0M4dz09 Meeting ID: 860 1261 8146 Passcode: 0980 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Drawing Class 11am Virtual Program - Drawing Class Tuesday, 24 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ZOOM Description: Come create and learn with us! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86012618146?pwd=SStWbTFyRFJaVUhIeWgwYnlDU0M4dz09 Meeting ID: 860 1261 8146 Passcode: 0980 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Virtual Program - Open Chat 1pm Virtual Program - Open Chat Tuesday, 24 January 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ZOOM Description: Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86012618146?pwd=SStWbTFyRFJaVUhIeWgwYnlDU0M4dz09 Meeting ID: 860 1261 8146 Passcode: 0980 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • •	25 10am Hybrid Program - Sound Bites 10am Hybrid Program - Sound Bites Wednesday, 25 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am Description: Join in as we use our voices, minds, bodies and instruments to dive intomusic and to learn how we can use music to help us through our everyday lives To register for in-person: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 To join zoom: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86012618146?pwd=SStWbTFyRFJaVUhIeWgwYnlDU0M4dz09 Meeting ID: 860 1261 8146 Passcode: 0980 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Communication Group 11am Virtual Program - Communication Group Wednesday, 25 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ZOOM Description: Join Julie, a Speech & LanguagePathologist, for a communication group. This group is about socialcommunication (turn taking, staying on topic, initiating conversations) andbuilding language skills. It's a supportive and trusting environment where youcan grow with and from each other. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86012618146?pwd=SStWbTFyRFJaVUhIeWgwYnlDU0M4dz09 Meeting ID: 860 1261 8146 Passcode: 0980 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 12:15pm Registered Program - Communication Group 12:15pm Registered Program - Communication Group Wednesday, 25 January 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm IN-PERSON Description: Join Julie, a Speech & LanguagePathologist, for a communication group. This group is about socialcommunication (turn taking, staying on topic, initiating conversations) andbuilding language skills. It's a supportive and trusting environment where youcan grow with and from each other. To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 3pm Virtual Program - Seated Yoga Class 3pm Virtual Program - Seated Yoga Class Wednesday, 25 January 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm 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. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86012618146?pwd=SStWbTFyRFJaVUhIeWgwYnlDU0M4dz09 Meeting ID: 860 1261 8146 Passcode: 0980 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • •	26 10am Registered Program - Art Class 10am Registered Program - Art Class Thursday, 26 January 10:00 am - 12:00 pm IN-PERSON Description: Creativity calling! Enjoy learning aboutdifferent art styles while creating masterpieces of your own! For all ability levels! To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 10am Virtual Program - Open Chat 10am Virtual Program - Open Chat Thursday, 26 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86012618146?pwd=SStWbTFyRFJaVUhIeWgwYnlDU0M4dz09 Meeting ID: 860 1261 8146 Passcode: 0980 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Creative Writing 11am Virtual Program - Creative Writing Thursday, 26 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ZOOM Description: 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/86012618146?pwd=SStWbTFyRFJaVUhIeWgwYnlDU0M4dz09 Meeting ID: 860 1261 8146 Passcode: 0980 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free THIS WEEKS TOPICS Creative Writing Topics: Pick a day that you will always remember and write about it. What invention would you like to see in your lifetime? Describe how this invention would work! Write a story about a wild experience in a restaurant or a shopping mall. What did you collect when you were a child? Write a story about this! Poem Topics: Write a poem or a story about your first friend. Write a poem that has a perfect rhyme at the end of each line. See more details 1pm Registered Program - Stained Glass 1pm Registered Program - Stained Glass Thursday, 26 January 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm IN-PERSON To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 2pm Virtual Program - Games and Social 2pm Virtual Program - Games and Social Thursday, 26 January 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ZOOM Description: Enjoy some fun virtual games like trivia, escape rooms, family feud, words games and more! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86012618146?pwd=SStWbTFyRFJaVUhIeWgwYnlDU0M4dz09 Meeting ID: 860 1261 8146 Passcode: 0980 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • • •	27 10am Virtual Program - Discussion Group 10am Virtual Program - Discussion Group Friday, 27 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: 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 thoughts and discuss a variety of topics. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86012618146?pwd=SStWbTFyRFJaVUhIeWgwYnlDU0M4dz09 Meeting ID: 860 1261 8146 Passcode: 0980 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Peaceability - Meditation C… 11am Virtual Program - Peaceability - Meditation Class Friday, 27 January 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/86012618146?pwd=SStWbTFyRFJaVUhIeWgwYnlDU0M4dz09 Meeting ID: 860 1261 8146 Passcode: 0980 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3:30pm Facebook Story Reading 3:30pm Facebook Story Reading Friday, 27 January 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm A reading of an inspirational short story on Facebook Live https://www.facebook.com/groups/198705408234489/ See more details • • •	28
29	30 10am Virtual Program - Coffee and News 10am Virtual Program - Coffee and News Monday, 30 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: Read / listen to the latest positive news. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86879114948?pwd=SWcrMTNuVEdQd0J6elVpTERTczBFZz09 Meeting ID: 868 7911 4948 Passcode: 0727 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Brain Fitness 11am Virtual Program - Brain Fitness Monday, 30 January 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/86879114948?pwd=SWcrMTNuVEdQd0J6elVpTERTczBFZz09 Meeting ID: 868 7911 4948 Passcode: 0727 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Registered Program - BIAD News Room 1pm Registered Program - BIAD News Room Monday, 30 January 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm IN-PERSON Description: BIAD is bringing backour monthly newsletters with your help! This group will meet weekly to put together the newsletter that will include participant successes and BIAD updates. To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details 2pm Registered Program - Pool Tournament 2pm Registered Program - Pool Tournament Monday, 30 January 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm IN-PERSON Description: Join us bi-weekly for some fun pool games! To register: Call 905-723-2732 Contact your worker Or click the link below https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 See more details • • • •	31 10am Virtual Program - Memory Group 10am Virtual Program - Memory Group Tuesday, 31 January 10:00 am - 11:00 am ZOOM Description: Learn and practice strategies that can help to strengthen memory and recall skills. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86879114948?pwd=SWcrMTNuVEdQd0J6elVpTERTczBFZz09 Meeting ID: 868 7911 4948 Passcode: 0727 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Virtual Program - Drawing Class 11am Virtual Program - Drawing Class Tuesday, 31 January 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ZOOM Description: Come create and learn with us! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86879114948?pwd=SWcrMTNuVEdQd0J6elVpTERTczBFZz09 Meeting ID: 868 7911 4948 Passcode: 0727 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Virtual Program - Open Chat 1pm Virtual Program - Open Chat Tuesday, 31 January 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ZOOM Description: Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86879114948?pwd=SWcrMTNuVEdQd0J6elVpTERTczBFZz09 Meeting ID: 868 7911 4948 Passcode: 0727 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • •