In-Person Yoga Workshop: "Cultivating Connection to Breath, Body and Community"
Tuesday, June 23, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM (in-person)
Join us for an in-person yoga class to help you connect to your body and breath. There will be a combination of seated and standing poses, no inversions. Participants should be able to get up and down from the floor easily to participate in this class. If you have your own equipment (i.e., yoga mat, block, strap), please bring it. If you do not have your own, please contact us ahead of time. |
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Wellness Wednesday: "Progress Over Perfection: Building Healthy Habits That Last"
Wednesday, June 24th, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM (virtual)
Most people know that healthy eating and regular exercise are important, but actually making those changes and sticking with them can feel incredibly challenging. In this talk, Dr. Megan MacPherson will explore why behaviour change is so hard, why motivation alone often isn’t enough, and what research tells us about creating habits that last. Attendees will learn practical, evidence-based strategies to support healthier routines while also developing a more compassionate and realistic approach to setbacks and progress. |
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Exercise + Nutrition Collab
Mondays, June 29 & August 31, 1:00-2:00 PM (virtual)
Join us for a fun, energizing session that brings together movement and nutrition to help you feel your best before, during, and after exercise. The session will include a 20-minute interactive nutrition segment led by a registered dietitian, a 20-minute exercise session led by a kinesiologist, and some time to prepare quick and balanced snacks together so you can see how to put these strategies into practice. |
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Creative Expressions: Techniques in Painting
Friday, July 3 from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM (virtual)
Join professional artist Sabine Fedder for a virtual workshop titled “Still Life in Watercolour.” This will be a calming watercolour workshop which explores the art of truly observing an object. Through careful study, participants will begin to notice details, tones, and reflections they may not have seen initially. This process becomes a form of mindfulness while also introducing foundational watercolour techniques, including colour mixing and different methods of applying paint. |
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Ask the Expert
Wednesday, July 8, 1:00-2:00 PM
During this event series, participants are encouraged to come with their own questions and engage directly with our team’s experts. Our July session will feature physiotherapist Hannah Peters.
These sessions are designed to be participant-driven, meaning you can ask questions in the chat or speak directly over the Zoom call. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where everyone can hear others' experiences and learn through shared discussion. |
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| Announcements and Updates |
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Win a VanDusen Botanical Garden Membership!
Thanks to the VanDusen Botanical Garden and a generous donation through their Garden Respite Fund, we will be giving away multiple one-year memberships for the garden. For a chance to win, enter your email address in the survey below. Winners will be selected via random draw at noon on Tuesday the 24th of June.
Please note that winners will need to pick up their membership voucher at the Centre for Brain Health at UBC and redeem it in-person at the VanDusen Botanical Garden before June 30th. |
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| Community Events and Resources |
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PILL (Parkinson's Improv Laughter League) Festival
From June 22nd to June 26th, Improv for Work and Wellness will be hosting the first ever Parkinson's Improv Laughter League (PiLL) Festival with support by Parkinson Canada. This virtual festival facilitates a space for the Parkinson's community to connect, make each other laugh, and celebrate one another. Free workshops will be provided throughout the week, as well as a night of laughter and community on Friday June 26th. |
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| From our Brain Power Kitchen class themed "Steady Energy Eating", click below to find out how to make fuul mudamas and baked berry bannock with yoghurt. |
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Review current research opportunities with the BC Brain Wellness Program, including the "Microbiome and Diet in Parkinson’s Disease" and the "Probiotic Treatment for Depression and Associated Mood Disorders in Parkinson's Disease" studies.
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| This study evaluates the use of an oral probiotic in the treatment of depression in individuals with Parkinson's Disease (PD). Participants will be randomized to either a 12-week multi-strain probiotic treatment or placebo intervention. See the website linked below for additional information (under 'ProD Trial') and studies. |
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| Check out our blog post titled "Yoga and PTSD: A Body-First Approach to Healing Trauma" to read about a yoga-based treatment specifically designed for those living with trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. |
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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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