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 Anything But Ordinary: A Look Into SCI BC Peer Passions

Anything But Ordinary: A Look Into SCI BC Peer Passions

September 9, 2020

A look into six SCI BC Peers from across the province who are breaking barriers in unusual sports or passions.

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     Brace Yourself—Using An Orthotic Brace for Healing and Mobility

    Brace Yourself—Using An Orthotic Brace for Healing and Mobility

    August 4, 2020

    How do you heal an injured arm or shoulder when you have to rely on it daily for mobility? One solution might be an orthotic brace.

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       Much More Than Coffee: South Fraser Active Living Group

      Much More Than Coffee: South Fraser Active Living Group

      July 16, 2019

      In two short years, the South Fraser Active Living Group has taken Peer power to a whole new level.

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         Walt’s Time: He’s Far From Finished

        Walt’s Time: He’s Far From Finished

        February 25, 2019

        Walt Lawrence has lived a remarkably long and healthy life for someone with C2-C3 quadriplegia who is dependent on a ventilator—and he’s far from finished.

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           Spinal Cord Injury BC makes an impact

          Spinal Cord Injury BC makes an impact

          November 15, 2013

          Spinal Cord Injury BC's volunteers, peers and family members share their stories of how SCI BC had an impact on their lives.

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            03mar7:00 pm7:30 pmWednesday Happy (half) Hour!7:00 pm - 7:30 pm

            Event Details

            Zoom connection info is below. Grab you favourite drink (it doesn’t need to be alcoholic!) and join us for some casual group conversation. This mid-week chat is the perfect way to

            Event Details

            Zoom connection info is below.

            Grab you favourite drink (it doesn’t need to be alcoholic!) and join us for some casual group conversation. This mid-week chat is the perfect way to reconnect with new and old friends in the SCI community!

            Anyone is welcome to join – video, voice and phone friendly.

            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/313383156

            –   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: 313 383 156

            –   Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 313 383 156

            –  If not in BC, find your local number here: https://zoom.us/u/acMz0fXoVA

            If you have any questions please contact our InfoLine at 1-800-689-2477 or info@sci-bc.ca.

            Have ideas for other ReachOut! Virtual sessions? Contact Teri at tthorson@sci-bc.ca to share your feedback.

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            (Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm

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            Teri Thorsontthorson@sci-bc.ca | 778-834-2056

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            04mar11:00 am12:00 pmWestcoast Wheelchair Adaptive Boxing featuring Leo Sammarelli11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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            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

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            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! sessions? Contact Teri at tthorson@sci-bc.ca to share your feedback.

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            (Thursday) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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            04mar5:00 pm6:00 pmAmbulatory SCI Group5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

            Event Details

            The new ambulatory peer group led by Ryan Clarkson is for those who have some form of ambulation (walking) after a spinal cord injury. We are hoping to

            Event Details

            The new ambulatory peer group led by Ryan Clarkson is for those who have some form of ambulation (walking) after a spinal cord injury. We are hoping to have participation from members who are walking full time, and others who still mostly depend on a mobility device to get around. Looking forward to seeing you in this virtual group!

            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://us02web.zoom.us/j/87198228528

            –   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: 859 9529 5810

            –   Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 989 6082 0179

            If you have any questions please contact our InfoLine at 1-800-689-2477 or info@sci-bc.ca.

            Have ideas for other ReachOut! Virtual sessions? Contact Teri at tthorson@sci-bc.ca to share your feedback

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            (Thursday) 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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            04mar5:30 pm6:30 pmWomen's Group with Spring Hawes5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

            Event Details

            Zoom connection info is below. Join SCI BC peer, Spring and other ladies from around BC for an hour of connection and conversation! How to Connect to Zoom: From your browser:https://zoom.us/j/82550938417 From your mobile phone

            Event Details

            Zoom connection info is below.

            Join SCI BC peer, Spring and other ladies from around BC for an hour of connection and conversation!

            How to Connect to Zoom:

            • From your browser:https://zoom.us/j/82550938417
            • 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: 825 5093 8417
            • Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 825 5093 8417
            • If not in BC, find your local number here: zoom.us/u/acMz0fXoVA

            If you have any questions please contact our InfoLine at 1-800-689-2477 or info@sci-bc.ca.

            Have ideas for other ReachOut! Virtual sessions? Contact Teri at tthorson@sci-bc.ca to share your feedback.

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            (Thursday) 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

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