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14apr6:00 pm7:00 pmSelf-Advocacy Focus Group6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Looking for your insight on Advocacy! We’re holding a focus group to get your feedback on what self-advocacy means to you, any tips you can share, and any barriers you may
Looking for your insight on Advocacy!
We’re holding a focus group to get your feedback on what self-advocacy means to you, any tips you can share, and any barriers you may have faced. Additionally we will be asking for your input on a draft version of an advocacy guide we’re putting together. Please join us on April 14th at 6pm for this group discussion.
Registration is required as there are limited seats available. Attendees will receive $20 for their participation!
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZclfu-hrz4jH9SUPh6wyP4frRFXko-7k3gs
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
We have a short survey of 16 questions that we’d love your input on as well. You can find it here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PXCVPM8
If you have any questions please contact our InfoLine at 1-800-689-2477 or info@sci-bc.ca.
Have ideas for other ReachOut! Online sessions? Contact Jenna at jwright@sci-bc.ca to share your feedback.
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(Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Zoom connection info is below. SCI BC Peer, Leo Sammarelli has been boxing for 10 years and teaching adaptive boxing since June 2019. We’re excited to announce that he’s now leading
Zoom connection info is below.
SCI BC Peer, Leo Sammarelli has been boxing for 10 years and teaching adaptive boxing since June 2019. We’re excited to announce that he’s now leading an online boxing home-workout for Peers! These workouts are designed to help with physical strength and functionality in every day life, and focus on: building core strength, cardio vascular health (adaptive Tabata), range of motion and flexibility, functional breathing, coordination and joint and muscle health. Join him and other Peers online for these intense and super fun workouts!
Please bring a long stick, (broom stick or dowel), free weights (soup cans etc) and a theraband.
NOTE: This event is part of SCI BC’s ReachOut! Virtual Peer Groups. Zoom online conferencing and telephone dial-in is used to connect with everyone. Details on how to connect are below.
How to Connect to Zoom:
– From your browser: https://zoom.us/j/83073079597
– From your mobile phone or tablet: download the Zoom app from your app store, then use the meeting ID to get in to the meeting. Meeting ID: 830 7307 9597
– Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 830 7307 9597
– If not in BC, find your local number here: https://zoom.us/u/acMz0fXoVA
If you’re interested in working out more often with Leo, he’s teaching two more classes each week through Westcoast Wheelchair Adaptive Boxing.
They’re held on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 11am and are $12/class. Connect with him at wwaboxing@gmail.com or 778-836-5406, if you would like to join in!
If you have any questions please contact our InfoLine at 1-800-689-2477 or info@sci-bc.ca.
Have ideas for other ReachOut! Online sessions? Contact Jenna at jwright@sci-bc.ca to share your feedback.
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(Thursday) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
15apr3:00 pm5:00 pmVirtual EventOnline Peer Coffee with Brandy3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Grab your favourite drink and join us for some casual group conversation with SCI BC’s Prince George Peer Coordinator, Brandy Stiles. This group currently meets the third Thursday of each
Grab your favourite drink and join us for some casual group conversation with SCI BC’s Prince George Peer Coordinator, Brandy Stiles. This group currently meets the third Thursday of each month.
This event is video, voice and phone friendly.
NOTE: This event is part of SCI BC’s ReachOut! Online Peer Groups. Zoom online conferencing and telephone dial-in is used to connect with everyone. Details on how to connect are below.
How to Connect to Zoom:
– From your browser: https://zoom.us/j/152139719
– From your mobile phone or tablet: download the Zoom app from your app store, then use the meeting ID to get into the meeting. Meeting ID: 152 139 719
– Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 152 139 719
If you have any questions please contact our InfoLine at 1-800-689-2477 or info@sci-bc.ca.
Have ideas for other ReachOut! Online sessions? Contact Jenna at jwright@sci-bc.ca to share your feedback.
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(Thursday) 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Brandy Stilesbstiles@sci-bc.ca | 250-563-6942
15apr6:00 pm7:00 pmWomen's Group with Spring Hawes6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Zoom connection info is below. Join SCI BC peer, Spring and other ladies from around BC for an hour of connection and conversation! PLEASE NOTE: we have changed the time to
Zoom connection info is below.
Join SCI BC peer, Spring and other ladies from around BC for an hour of connection and conversation! PLEASE NOTE: we have changed the time to 6 pm so participants can take advantage of the longer days and cap off their Thursday with an evening chat!
How to Connect to Zoom:
If you have any questions please contact our InfoLine at 1-800-689-2477 or info@sci-bc.ca.
Have ideas for other ReachOut! Online sessions? Contact Jenna at jwright@sci-bc.ca to share your feedback.
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(Thursday) 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
