POSTER St. Joseph's Care Group Presents: Keep Moving with Stroke at the Canada Games Complex See poster for details for registration. Instructor: Karen Gorst-Vigliarolo & Derek Ortgiese Cost: $64 for each 6 week session, or pro-rated when you join Fall, Winter and Spring Sessions available Description This class includes aerobic conditioning, functional strengthening, mobility and balance exercises specifically designed to meet the needs of those living with chronic stroke. The program offers modifications allowing each participant to…
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POSTER The Northwestern Ontario Regional Stroke Network Presents: Enhancing Stroke Core Competency . An interdisciplinary, facilitated & self-directed learning opportunity. Available face-to-face in Thunder Bay and via OTN to clinicians in NW Ontario. 5 NEW Modules: Principles of Stroke Care, Communication, Cardiovascular/Respiratory, Dysphagia and Prevention Certificate provided for each module completed. See poster for all details.
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Survivors and Care Partners, please join us this month meeting. POSTER After the presentation we’ll have some time to mingle and have refreshments together. Time: 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Location: Auditorium, Thunder Bay 55+ Centre, 700 River Street Info: Call Todd : 345-6595 ext. 105 or tkennedy@marchofdimes.ca
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POSTER SUPPORTING RECOVERY OF THE UPPER EXTREMITY DURING ADLS FOLLOWING STROKE OR BRAIN INJURY USING AN NDT APPROACH SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 28, 2019 BACK WORKS SPINAL & SPORTS REHABILITATION PRESENTS Course Description: Often after a stroke or brain injury, it is challenging to find a role for the more involved upper extremity (UE) while performing ADLs. This one day workshop will present NDT principles related to incorporating the more involved or hemiplegic UE into Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) through using…
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Canadian Stroke Congress Ottawa, Ontario Co-hosted by the Heart and Stroke Foundation and the Canadian Stroke Consortium, the Canadian Stroke Congress is a unique forum for experts to share the latest research findings, exchange ideas, and make the connections which will change the future of stroke. The Canadian Stroke Congress annually attracts more than 800 delegates from across Canada and around the world. Delegates include leading researchers, physicians, nurses, rehabilitation specialists, policy-makers, health system decision-makers and many others in an…
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Survivors and Care Partners, please join us this month meeting. Various presentations held monthly. Specific posters to follow. Meeting are the fourth Thursday of the month After the presentation we’ll have some time to mingle and have refreshments together. Time: 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Location: Auditorium, Thunder Bay 55+ Centre, 700 River Street Info: Call Todd : 345-6595 ext. 105 or tkennedy@marchofdimes.ca
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POSTER NDT INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP IN THE MANAGEMENT OF ADULTS WITH STROKE, BRAIN INJURY AND OTHER NEURO-MOTOR DISORDERS NOV 30 – DEC 1, 2019 Course description: This two day introductory level course provides a unique opportunity for health care professionals to gain insight into the basic principles of the NDT approach and how it is applied to clinical practice to promote recovery of function in individuals with neurological impairments. Current theoretical foundations and evidence supporting an NDT approach will be presented…
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Stroke Recovery Music Program This free music program will offer a fun, social gathering where survivors of stroke of all abilities can join. Family caregivers are also welcome to attend. There is no pressure in participating and no previous music experience is required. It will truly be a fun and interactive experience from beginning to end! Some of the activities to explore will include: Warm‐ups: vocal warm‐ups, breathing exercises Group Singing: favourite songs, songs with various speeds and…
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This free music program will offer a fun, social gathering where survivors of stroke of all abilities can join. Family caregivers are also welcome to attend. There is no pressure in participating and no previous music experience is required. It will truly be a fun and interactive experience from beginning to end! Some of the activities to explore will include: Warm‐ups: vocal warm‐ups, breathing exercises Group Singing: favourite songs, songs with various speeds and dynamics Gentle Movement:…
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$64.00
Keep Moving with Stroke at the Canada Games Complex Description This class includes aerobic conditioning, functional strengthening, mobility and balance exercises specifically designed to meet the needs of those living with chronic stroke. The program offers modifications allowing each participant to work at their own comfort level and ability. Criteria Diagnosis of stroke and living in the community Have finished all therapy programs Written consent to participate in fitness program from a physician or nurse…
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Greetings Everyone! Here is what to expect for March! NOTICE OF MONTHLY MEETING — AFTER STROKE SERVICES Thunder Bay Peer Support Chapter (Stroke Recovery Network) Yoga Demonstration Kaija Makinen, Yoga Instructor 55+ Centre Dress comfortably for an interactive session of seated yoga. Join us for some light refreshments and conversation after the session PosterNotice of Monthy Meeting
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This free music program will offer a fun, social gathering where survivors of stroke of all abilities can join. Family caregivers are also welcome to attend. There is no pressure in participating and no previous music experience is required. It will truly be a fun and interactive experience from beginning to end! Some of the activities to explore will include: Warm‐ups: vocal warm‐ups, breathing exercises Group Singing: favourite songs, songs with various speeds and dynamics Gentle Movement:…
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Free
This free music program will offer a fun, social gathering where survivors of stroke of all abilities can join. Family caregivers are also welcome to attend. There is no pressure in participating and no previous music experience is required. It will truly be a fun and interactive experience from beginning to end! Some of the activities to explore will include: Warm‐ups: vocal warm‐ups, breathing exercises Group Singing: favourite songs, songs with various speeds and dynamics Gentle Movement:…
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Free
This free music program will offer a fun, social gathering where survivors of stroke of all abilities can join. Family caregivers are also welcome to attend. There is no pressure in participating and no previous music experience is required. It will truly be a fun and interactive experience from beginning to end! Some of the activities to explore will include: Warm‐ups: vocal warm‐ups, breathing exercises Group Singing: favourite songs, songs with various speeds and dynamics Gentle Movement:…
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Join the Rehabilitative Care Alliance (RCA) for an informational webinar to learn about the use of virtual rehab during the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here for the LINK You will learn about: The key components and enablers of using virtual rehab Practical tips for setting up virtual rehab quickly including obtaining consent, involving caregivers and other aspects of using virtual rehab The lived experiences of those in the field using virtual rehab in individual and group formats. Who should attend? Front…
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This free music program will offer a fun, social gathering where survivors of stroke of all abilities can join. Family caregivers are also welcome to attend. There is no pressure in participating and no previous music experience is required. It will truly be a fun and interactive experience from beginning to end! Some of the activities to explore will include: Warm‐ups: vocal warm‐ups, breathing exercises Group Singing: favourite songs, songs with various speeds and dynamics Gentle Movement:…
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NEW - After Stroke Virtual Activities! | March of Dimes Canada Stroke Recovery Self Management After Stroke has been working to find ways to plan activities and keep everyone connected. We have a number of virtual (online) sessions, meetings and workshops planned, so you can maintain your connection with the community from the comfort and safety of your home. afterstroke.marchofdimes.ca
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Join us for a free half-hour session about healthy meal planning for stroke survivors and caregivers. We will discuss strategies to engage friends/family to participate in meal preparation and planning. Learn how to plan using foods with extended shelf life and how to use budget friendly strategies to plan meals.
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Learn about tips and tricks to ensure a safe, efficient grocery shopping experience. We will discuss safe grocery options, how to plan food purchases to reduce your risk when navigating the store, and time saving tips to make the most of your grocery store experience.
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Thunder Bay Stroke Recovery Peer Support Group We are also planning a special online event with Sharon Jaspers, from the Stroke Prevention Clinic, on Thursday, June 25th. Time: 1:30 - 2:30 "A Little of This and That" - For Survivors of Stroke and Caregivers Topics include: - Being Smart About Covid - Covid and the Young Stroke - Vaping, the new smoker Presented by: Sharon Jaspers NP PHC, Nurse Practitioner Northwestern Ontario Regional Stroke Network - Stroke Prevention Clinic Assistant…
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