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

	September 2021
Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
			1 10am Drawing Class 10am Drawing Class Wednesday, September 01 10:00 am - 11:00 am Come create and learn with us! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84415633533?pwd=RzZxNHdDSkVwYncxM3JZMG9WQjROZz09 Meeting ID: 844 1563 3533 Passcode: 8049 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Wednesday, September 01 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84415633533?pwd=RzZxNHdDSkVwYncxM3JZMG9WQjROZz09 Meeting ID: 844 1563 3533 Passcode: 8049 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Discussion Group 2pm Discussion Group Wednesday, September 01 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/84415633533?pwd=RzZxNHdDSkVwYncxM3JZMG9WQjROZz09 Meeting ID: 844 1563 3533 Passcode: 8049 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • •	2 10am Chat with Heather 10am Chat with Heather Thursday, September 02 10:00 am - 11:00 am Share thoughts and discuss topics with BIAD Executive Director Heather! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84415633533?pwd=RzZxNHdDSkVwYncxM3JZMG9WQjROZz09 Meeting ID: 844 1563 3533 Passcode: 8049 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Creative Writing 11am Creative Writing Thursday, September 02 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/84415633533?pwd=RzZxNHdDSkVwYncxM3JZMG9WQjROZz09 Meeting ID: 844 1563 3533 Passcode: 8049 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free THIS WEEKS TOPICS Creative Writing Topics: Imagine you have the opportunity to be in the Olympics! What sport would you choose to go for? If you could have an extra sense or ability, one that another creature has, what would it be? What would you do with it? What life experience(s) have you not yet had, but would like to have? Write about it! You are building a new city! What types of things do you think your city needs? How will you convince people to move to your new city? Poem Topics: Is there something you are good at doing? Write a poem or a story about your best strengths! Write a poem or a story about thunderstorms. See more details 1pm Exercise Class 1pm Exercise Class Thursday, September 02 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/84415633533?pwd=RzZxNHdDSkVwYncxM3JZMG9WQjROZz09 Meeting ID: 844 1563 3533 Passcode: 8049 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Weekly Buzz- Peer Run 2pm Weekly Buzz- Peer Run Thursday, September 02 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Join Melinda and discuss weekly topics and tidbits! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84415633533?pwd=RzZxNHdDSkVwYncxM3JZMG9WQjROZz09 Meeting ID: 844 1563 3533 Passcode: 8049 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run Thursday, September 02 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join Laura for a fun dance party! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84415633533?pwd=RzZxNHdDSkVwYncxM3JZMG9WQjROZz09 Meeting ID: 844 1563 3533 Passcode: 8049 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 5pm Young Adult Group 5pm Young Adult Group Thursday, September 02 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84415633533?pwd=RzZxNHdDSkVwYncxM3JZMG9WQjROZz09 Meeting ID: 844 1563 3533 Passcode: 8049 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • • • •	3 10am - 12pm Open Chat 10am - 12pm Open Chat Friday, September 03 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group or break out into a program! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84415633533?pwd=RzZxNHdDSkVwYncxM3JZMG9WQjROZz09 Meeting ID: 844 1563 3533 Passcode: 8049 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Peaceability - Meditation Class 11am Peaceability - Meditation Class Friday, September 03 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/84415633533?pwd=RzZxNHdDSkVwYncxM3JZMG9WQjROZz09 Meeting ID: 844 1563 3533 Passcode: 8049 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11:30am Story Reading (Facebook) 11:30am Story Reading (Facebook) Friday, September 03 11:30 am - 12:00 pm A reading of an inspirational short story on Facebook Live https://www.facebook.com/groups/198705408234489/ See more details • • •	4
5	6 OFFICE CLOSED- Labour Day OFFICE CLOSED- Labour Day Monday, September 06 See more details •	7 10am Music Group 10am Music Group Tuesday, September 07 10:00 am - 11:00 am Listen and learn about different types of music! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89890744531?pwd=WVdKQmY3UDlsNEJRMkNTNmt0TmY1QT09 Meeting ID: 898 9074 4531 Passcode: 0097 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Memory Group 11am Memory Group Tuesday, September 07 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/89890744531?pwd=WVdKQmY3UDlsNEJRMkNTNmt0TmY1QT09 Meeting ID: 898 9074 4531 Passcode: 0097 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Tuesday, September 07 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/89890744531?pwd=WVdKQmY3UDlsNEJRMkNTNmt0TmY1QT09 Meeting ID: 898 9074 4531 Passcode: 0097 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Sign Language Group 2pm Sign Language Group Tuesday, September 07 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Learn basic ASL such as finger spelling and common phrases. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89890744531?pwd=WVdKQmY3UDlsNEJRMkNTNmt0TmY1QT09 Meeting ID: 898 9074 4531 Passcode: 0097 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • •	8 10am Drawing Class 10am Drawing Class Wednesday, September 08 10:00 am - 11:00 am Come create and learn with us! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89890744531?pwd=WVdKQmY3UDlsNEJRMkNTNmt0TmY1QT09 Meeting ID: 898 9074 4531 Passcode: 0097 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Wednesday, September 08 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89890744531?pwd=WVdKQmY3UDlsNEJRMkNTNmt0TmY1QT09 Meeting ID: 898 9074 4531 Passcode: 0097 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Discussion Group 2pm Discussion Group Wednesday, September 08 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/89890744531?pwd=WVdKQmY3UDlsNEJRMkNTNmt0TmY1QT09 Meeting ID: 898 9074 4531 Passcode: 0097 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • •	9 10am Open Chat 10am Open Chat Thursday, September 09 10:00 am - 11:00 am Share thoughts and discuss topics with BIAD Executive Director Heather! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89890744531?pwd=WVdKQmY3UDlsNEJRMkNTNmt0TmY1QT09 Meeting ID: 898 9074 4531 Passcode: 0097 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Creative Writing 11am Creative Writing Thursday, September 09 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/89890744531?pwd=WVdKQmY3UDlsNEJRMkNTNmt0TmY1QT09 Meeting ID: 898 9074 4531 Passcode: 0097 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free THIS WEEKS TOPICS Creative Writing Topics: If you could travel on water (could be by boat, submarine, etc.), what depth and/or distance would you like to travel to? Write about a realistic ability that you would like to have. Think of the four elements: fire, air, earth, and water. Choose one of the elements and write about it! If you could be any movie character, who would you be and why? Poem Topics: Write an acrostic poem using the letters of your own name. Make the poem the theme of you! What is at the end of a rainbow? Imagine you follow a rainbow to the end. What do you discover? Is it a pot of gold, or something else? Write a poem or a story about it! See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Thursday, September 09 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/89890744531?pwd=WVdKQmY3UDlsNEJRMkNTNmt0TmY1QT09 Meeting ID: 898 9074 4531 Passcode: 0097 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Weekly Buzz- Peer Run 2pm Weekly Buzz- Peer Run Thursday, September 09 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Join Melinda and discuss weekly topics and tidbits! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89890744531?pwd=WVdKQmY3UDlsNEJRMkNTNmt0TmY1QT09 Meeting ID: 898 9074 4531 Passcode: 0097 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run Thursday, September 09 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join Laura for a fun dance party! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89890744531?pwd=WVdKQmY3UDlsNEJRMkNTNmt0TmY1QT09 Meeting ID: 898 9074 4531 Passcode: 0097 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • • •	10 10am - 12pm Open Chat 10am - 12pm Open Chat Friday, September 10 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group or break out into a program! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89890744531?pwd=WVdKQmY3UDlsNEJRMkNTNmt0TmY1QT09 Meeting ID: 898 9074 4531 Passcode: 0097 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Peaceability - Meditation Class 11am Peaceability - Meditation Class Friday, September 10 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/89890744531?pwd=WVdKQmY3UDlsNEJRMkNTNmt0TmY1QT09 Meeting ID: 898 9074 4531 Passcode: 0097 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3:30pm Story Reading (Facebook) 3:30pm Story Reading (Facebook) Friday, September 10 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 • • •	11
12	13 10am Coffee and News 10am Coffee and News Monday, September 13 10:00 am - 11:00 am Read / listen to the latest positive news. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Brain Fitness 11am Brain Fitness Monday, September 13 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/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Monday, September 13 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Games & Social 2pm Games & Social Monday, September 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/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • •	14 10am Music Group 10am Music Group Tuesday, September 14 10:00 am - 11:00 am Listen and learn about different types of music! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Memory Group 11am Memory Group Tuesday, September 14 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/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Tuesday, September 14 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/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Meditation- Peer Run 2pm Meditation- Peer Run Tuesday, September 14 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Learn basic ASL such as finger spelling and common phrases. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details Young Adult Group Young Adult Group Tuesday, September 14 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • • •	15 10am Drawing Class 10am Drawing Class Wednesday, September 15 10:00 am - 11:00 am Come create and learn with us! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Speech Group - Communication group 11am Speech Group - Communication group Wednesday, September 15 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/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Wednesday, September 15 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Discussion Group 2pm Discussion Group Wednesday, September 15 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/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3pm Seated Yoga Class 3pm Seated Yoga Class Wednesday, September 15 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 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 • • • • •	16 10am Open Chat 10am Open Chat Thursday, September 16 10:00 am - 11:00 am Share thoughts and discuss topics with BIAD Executive Director Heather! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Creative Writing 11am Creative Writing Thursday, September 16 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/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free THIS WEEKS TOPICS Creative Writing Topics: Imagine there is no gravity. What kind of things would you do you for fun? How would some of the things you already do for fun be different? What makes you feel happiest? Write about the things in life that make you feel happy! Would you rather visit a volcano or a desert? Which one would you choose and why? When you look up at the sky, what comes to your mind? (ex. rainbow, lightning, clouds, sun, moon, stars, etc.) Write about it! Poem Topics: Write a poem or a story about your favourite condiments. Fall is approaching! write a story or a poem about the season! See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Thursday, September 16 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/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Weekly Buzz- Peer Run 2pm Weekly Buzz- Peer Run Thursday, September 16 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Join Melinda and discuss weekly topics and tidbits! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run Thursday, September 16 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join Laura for a fun dance party! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • • •	17 10am - 12pm Open Chat 10am - 12pm Open Chat Friday, September 17 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group or break out into a program! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Peaceability - Meditation Class 11am Peaceability - Meditation Class Friday, September 17 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/84938050117?pwd=MThDS0tDWGJmUEMwOFJPaFJmYnFEZz09 Meeting ID: 849 3805 0117 Passcode: 3633 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3:30pm Story Reading (Facebook) 3:30pm Story Reading (Facebook) Friday, September 17 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 • • •	18
19	20 10am Coffee and News 10am Coffee and News Monday, September 20 10:00 am - 11:00 am Read / listen to the latest positive news. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Brain Fitness 11am Brain Fitness Monday, September 20 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/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Monday, September 20 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Games & Social 2pm Games & Social Monday, September 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/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • •	21 10am Music Group 10am Music Group Tuesday, September 21 10:00 am - 11:00 am Listen and learn about different types of music! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Memory Group 11am Memory Group Tuesday, September 21 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/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Tuesday, September 21 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/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Sign Language Group 2pm Sign Language Group Tuesday, September 21 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Learn basic ASL such as finger spelling and common phrases. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • •	22 10am Drawing Class 10am Drawing Class Wednesday, September 22 10:00 am - 11:00 am Come create and learn with us! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Speech Group - Communication group 11am Speech Group - Communication group Wednesday, September 22 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/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Wednesday, September 22 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Discussion Group 2pm Discussion Group Wednesday, September 22 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/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3pm Seated Yoga Class 3pm Seated Yoga Class Wednesday, September 22 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 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 • • • • •	23 10am Open Chat 10am Open Chat Thursday, September 23 10:00 am - 11:00 am Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Creative Writing 11am Creative Writing Thursday, September 23 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/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free THIS WEEKS TOPICS Creative Writing Topics: If you were to journey to find a flavourful tea, where would you go to find your perfect tea? What quality about yourself are you looking to change or improve in the coming year? You are camping in the woods one night and hear a scary noise. What do you do? What might be the cause? Write about what your dream career would be! Poem Topics: Write a poem or a story about what it would be like to work as a sailor on big ship in the ocean each day. Write a poem or a story about an emotion. For example: happy, sad, angry, embarrassed, excited. See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Thursday, September 23 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/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Weekly Buzz- Peer Run 2pm Weekly Buzz- Peer Run Thursday, September 23 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Join Melinda and discuss weekly topics and tidbits! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run Thursday, September 23 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join Laura for a fun dance party! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details AGM - BIAD AGM - BIAD Thursday, September 23 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86831133851?pwd=cVRleGQva3R1QkVKelcvTVYwbGpvUT09 Meeting ID: 868 3113 3851 Passcode: 6997 See more details • • • • • •	24 10am - 12pm Open Chat 10am - 12pm Open Chat Friday, September 24 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group or break out into a program! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Peaceability - Meditation Class 11am Peaceability - Meditation Class Friday, September 24 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/81614231275?pwd=bUlkb1JiNllyUmZ3cmdUWW9DQ0dUUT09 Meeting ID: 816 1423 1275 Passcode: 0813 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3:30pm Story Reading (Facebook) 3:30pm Story Reading (Facebook) Friday, September 24 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 • • •	25
26	27 10am Coffee and News 10am Coffee and News Monday, September 27 10:00 am - 11:00 am Read / listen to the latest positive news. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Brain Fitness 11am Brain Fitness Monday, September 27 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/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Games & Social 1pm Games & Social Monday, September 27 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/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details Open Chat Open Chat Monday, September 27 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • •	28 10am Music Group 10am Music Group Tuesday, September 28 10:00 am - 11:00 am Listen and learn about different types of music! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Memory Group 11am Memory Group Tuesday, September 28 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/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Open Chat 1pm Open Chat Tuesday, September 28 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/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Women's Group 2pm Women's Group Tuesday, September 28 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/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details Young Adult Group Young Adult Group Tuesday, September 28 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • • •	29 10am Drawing Class 10am Drawing Class Wednesday, September 29 10:00 am - 11:00 am Come create and learn with us! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Speech Group - Communication group 11am Speech Group - Communication group Wednesday, September 29 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/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 1pm Exercise Class 1pm Exercise Class Wednesday, September 29 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/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Men's Group 2pm Men's Group Wednesday, September 29 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/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3pm Seated Yoga Class 3pm Seated Yoga Class Wednesday, September 29 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 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 • • • • •	30 10am Open Chat 10am Open Chat Thursday, September 30 10:00 am - 11:00 am Drop-in for an open social group! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 11am Creative Writing 11am Creative Writing Thursday, September 30 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/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free THIS WEEKS TOPICS Creative Writing Topics: Imagine that you are a teacher planning a Thanksgiving themed day for 30 five year old kids. Share what your day would look like! If you were a rock near a brook, what stories would you tell? Share an embarrassing moment that happened to you and tell us how it could have been different if you were granted a do-over. What are five positive words that mean something to you? Write about it! Poem Topics: The 1st rainfall of the season arrives. Write a poem or a story that begins immediately afterward. Write a poem or a story about a particular toy that you had as a child. See more details 1pm Exercise Class 1pm Exercise Class Thursday, September 30 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/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 2pm Weekly Buzz- Peer Run 2pm Weekly Buzz- Peer Run Thursday, September 30 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Join Melinda and discuss weekly topics and tidbits! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run 3pm Dance Party- Peer Run Thursday, September 30 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join Laura for a fun dance party! Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86046392268?pwd=QllwQVlydVlPSG9NazRxT3ZveDJ4Zz09 Meeting ID: 860 4639 2268 Passcode: 9766 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free See more details • • • • •