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UBC Giving Day
Thursday, April 4, 2024
The BC Brain Wellness Program will be featured again at UBC Giving Day! This is an important fundraising event for our program, which is entirely donor-funded, and with your help we can surpass our $50,000 goal from last year. We are thrilled and so grateful to announce two Challenge Sponsors. We appreciate and count on, your support in unlocking these generous gifts.
The BC Brain Wellness Alumni Challenge
When 20 UBC alumni give to the BC Brain Wellness Program on April 4, a gift of $10,000 from UBC alum William Mathieson will be unlocked.
The BC Brain Wellness Match
The first $5,000 in gifts to the BC Brain Wellness Program on April 4 will be matched by an anonymous donor.
On UBC Giving Day, what matters most is that you get involved! Give what you can. Share with your network. And challenge others to do the same! No need to wait until April 4! Donate today to kickstart a successful UBC Giving Day!
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Research Seminar Series: Art and Science at the Belkin Art Gallery
Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm Online on Zoom
Dr. Shelly Rosenblum (Curator of Academic Programs, Morris and Helen Belkin Art Gallery) will explore two fundamental modes of understanding the world, art and science, and the powerful and surprising ways they connect. |
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World Parkinson's Day 2024
Thursday, April 11, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm On Zoom and at DMCBH
Join us on World Parkinson’s Day for a hybrid event including resource booths and a bake sale, educational webinars, and onsite music and salsa workshops! |
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Wellness Wednesday: Using Exercise as a Tool to Boost Mental Wellness
Wednesday, May 1, 2024, from 12:00pm - 1:00pm Online on Zoom
In this seminar you will learn about the many mental (and physical) health benefits of exercise. As well, you will leave equipped with some strategies to implement into your everyday lives to improve your mental and physical well being. |
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BC Brain Wellness Program In-Person Exercise Classes
In collaboration with UBC Bodyworks, we are offering in-person exercise classes at UBC. These classes focus on evidence-based, multimodal exercises taught by qualified instructors and supported by UBC Kinesiology students. Each class contains a mix of strength, balance, aerobic, and agility exercises with a focus on functional movements. This exercise program is designed for individuals with chronic neurological conditions; however, the classes are not condition-specific. Rather, the exercises have been selected with a variety of conditions in mind, and instructors can provide individual modifications. Classes are on Tuesdays and Thursdays at various times and cost $10 each. Please note that to participate in these classes you must be able to:
- Commute to the UBC Campus
- Walk 50 metres with or without a gait aid
- Stand for 15 minutes
- Get on and off the floor
If you would like to participate, register your interest below. |
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| Creative Collective: Featured Creator of the Month - Natalie Wong
It was only about a year ago that Natalie began exploring painting as an artistic expression. Previously, she had been hesitant because of the fear of ruining the pristine blank pages.
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| Over time, Natalie has shifted her focus towards embracing the process of artmaking. She now recognizes it as an important component of her healing journey. She emphasizes that she and the process of making art is the masterpiece rather than the result. (Top Left: Creation, Bottom Left: Home) |
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| Community Events & Resources |
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A Seated Exercise program after stroke (V-PASE)
Join an Online seated exercise study via Zoom. The online seated exercise program is completed in the comfort of your own home and aims to improve balance and walking function after stroke. The research study will assess your balance and mobility before and after a 10-week or 2-week seated exercise program. Available to people who are:
- 19 years or older,
- More than 6 months post-stroke,
- Have ongoing walking and standing issues due to their stroke,
- Uses a walking aid,
- Able to stand up from a chair.
Locations: BC, Saskatchewan, Manitoba. Ontario & Nova Scotia
If you are interested in participating, please contact the V-PASE Team on email (v.pase@ubc.ca) or phone (BC: 604-714-4117) |
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Family Caregivers of BC
Family Caregivers of BC hosts several caregiver support groups to support you, as a caregiver. Explore their website for more information and details on joining a group.
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| BCBWP Blog
Do you know that the BCBWP has a blog? Explore posts on a variety of subjects, including our recent one: "Revolutionizing Treatment with Brain Stimulation: The Power of rTMS (Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) in Treating Mental Health Conditions".
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| Research Opportunities
Review current research opportunities with the BC Brain Wellness Program.
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| Donate
The BC Brain Wellness Program is an entirely donor funded program and would not be possible without donors like you. A gift today will ensure the ongoing development and delivery of classes. Thank you for your support.
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| Feedback
We would love to hear your feedback and suggestions regarding the program. If you wish to submit anonymous feedback, please fill out our Feedback Form on the Contact Us page.
If you would like to inquire about technical issues or any other feedback requiring a response, please reach out to us via email or phone. Responses on the feedback form are anonymous.
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