BC Brain Wellness Program

September 18, 2023

Upcoming Events

Fall Class Update
Thank you to everyone who has registered and participated in our classes last week. We hope you are enjoying getting back to a weekly routine. Although many of our morning classes are full there are still options for exercise and yoga classes in the afternoons.

We had a few technical issues which we are working on resolving. If you have any challenges receiving zoom links, please contact us so we can track the issues as they seem to be intermittent.

Care Partner Workshops
Calling all care partners! Join us as we learn with and from others this Fall semester. We will host expert speakers that we have come to trust, to support, educate and broaden the care partner's toolbox of coping strategies.

Improv for Caregivers….Improv as a tool for coping!
Monday, September 18 from 10am-11:30am

Medical Assistance in Dying…what care partners need to know
Monday, October 23 from 10am-11:30am

Connection and Intimacy in Relationships: Tips to maintain connection or restore that spark
Monday, November 20 from 10am-11:30am

Partners Who Care: A Chance to Talk and Connect
Monday, September 25, October 30, November 27 — 10:00-11:30am

Research Seminar Series: Women's Health Awareness
October 4, 2023, 12:00 - 1:00pm PST

Come join us for the Women’s Health Awareness Feature for the Research Seminar Series. Dr. Maya Libben will discuss research from the psychopathology lifespan and neuropsychology lab and share clinical expertise on cognitive assessment in psychopathology.

Participant Advisory Committee - Applications for 2023/24

We have had a wonderful year with the 2022-2023 PAC, and we thank all our members for their contributions. At this time we are accepting applications to fill five positions for the upcoming year. If you are interested or would like to learn more, follow the link to read the details in our blog post and complete your application. We strongly encourage a wide range of applicants from all ages, backgrounds, and health states. No experience is needed. Deadline to apply has been extended to Tuesday, September 19, 2023.

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Music Research Opportunity

We are launching a research study this fall by a collaborative team of researchers from the BCBWP, UBC’s School of Music, UBC’s Faculty of Education and others. This research study is in support of The SingWell Project, a SSHRC Partnership Grant funded initiative which explores group singing as a meaningful social activity for people living with communication challenges.

Please send us an email via this link or leave a voicemail at 604-827-4386 to indicate your interest.

Deadline is today, Monday, September 18, 2023.

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Program Highlights

Creative Collective: Featured Creator of the Month - Rosemarie Hurst

Rosemarie Hurst, from a young age, always had a camera where she was able to capture many moments. Although as she grew older, her photography transformed from trying to capture anything and everything to focusing on nature and the creatures that roam it.

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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 ones: "Under Pressure: Exploring the Brain's Response to Stress".

Community Events & Resources

Tightrope Theatre's Weekly Wellness Jams

Tightrope Theatre's Weekly Wellness Jams are open to all! Our experienced team will lead a series of improv games and exercises designed to promote connection and mental well-being. At the end of the jam, you'll have a chance to get up onstage!

Drop-in on Mondays, 4-6pm, starting September 16th at Tightrope Theatre, 2343 Main Street, Vancouver.

Register here by donation

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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