February Programs from BIST

February 2019 Programs

Is Internet access a challenge? Call us to register at 647-990-1485.

PROGRAMS LOCATION

Unless otherwise noted, all programs take place at the BIST Office:

40 St. Clair Ave East #205

(Above the Deer Park Library - East of Yonge, North side of St. Clair)

Get directions HERE.

WEEKLY PROGRAMS

Not So Blue Mondays - Every Monday, 1 - 3 pm

No Program on February 18 (Family Day)

A Creative Social Drop-In - Find out more HERE .

NEW! ABI Info Series - Begins Monday, February 25, 6:30 - 8 pm

Learn about ABI Acceptance, Adjustment, Strategies & Resources in 4 weekly sessions

Participants are encouraged to attend all 4 sessions.

Find out more HERE. Register HERE.

MONTHLY PROGRAMS

ABI Support Group - Tuesday February 5, 6:30 - 8 pm

Meet other adults 27 years & older living with mild to moderate ABI. Chat

about your challenges & successes in a group facilitated by a Social Worker.

Men's Social Drop-in - Tuesday, February 12, 1-3 pm

Grab a coffee and connect with other men living with ABI at our NEW program. Facilitated by BIST Staff.

NEW! Post Concussion Drop-In - Wednesday February 13, 1 - 2:30 pm

Meet up & connect with others dealing with Post Concussion Syndrome.

This program is not facilitated by BIST staff.

Trip to the Maker Bean Cafe - Tuesday, February 19, 12:45 - 3 pm

Join us as we go to the Maker Bean Cafe - a maker space featuring tools such as laser cutters and 3D printers. Afterwards stay for a delicious warm drink & chat.

LOCATION: Maker Bean Cafe, 1052 Bloor St West

Young Adult Group - Wednesday February 20, 6:30 - 8 pm

For young adults living with brain injury ages 17 - 26. Facilitated by a Social Worker.

Parent Support Group - Wednesday February 20, 6:30 - 8 pm

For parents of people living with brain injury, ages 12 and up, including adult. Facilitated by a Behavioural Therapist.

Women's Support Group - Thursday, February 21, 7 - 8 pm

Connect with other women living with brain injury in a monthly support group. Facilitated by a Social Worker.

NEW NAME! Social Learning* Wednesday, February 27, 6 - 8 pm

Chair Yoga with Esther Cieri, Certified Yoga, Pilates & Alexander Technique Practitioner

Evening Agenda:

6 - 6:30 pm Socializing

6:30 - 7:45 pm Presentation

7:40 - 8 pm Wrap Up

LOCATION: Deer Park Library, 2nd Floor, Unit #204

40 St. Clair Ave East. Get directions HERE .

Peer-Led Caregiver Support Group - Wed, February 27, 6:30 - 8:30 pm

A peer-led group for caregivers of people living with ABI, not facilitated by a BIST staff.

* Formerly named Community Meetings

Want to save money on your Virgin or Bell Cell Phone?

Bell & Virgin Mobile Accessibility Services provide the following benefits to people with disabilities:

* From Bell - 2 GB of free data per month (with minimum 1 GB data on current plan)

* From Virgin Mobile - FREE 2 GB with any plan with data

* From Bell & Virgin Mobile - FREE 411 Directory Assistance

Bell has a dedicated Accessibility Services Call Centre who can offer assistance or suggestions based on your need. 1 800 268-9243

To apply for the the benefits, complete the appropriate Application Form:

Bell Accessibility Certification Form

Virgin Accessibility Certification Form

BIST staff can assist you with completion of the form. Please contact the office at: 416-830-1485 or info@bist.ca to make an appointment!

Please mention that you found out about this program through BIST.

How to Survive The Winter with PCS

BY: JULIA RENAUD

We think Julia looks great in her Concussion Sunglasses, but more importantly, they helped her survive the glaring white snow days of winter back when her Post Concussion Symptoms were so intense, dealing with them took over much of her life.

Read tips on finding the right sunglasses for light sensitivity and much more about getting through the winter, HERE.