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SUMMARY:Music Session - Social Program
DESCRIPTION:Spaces are limited. \nFor more information or to register please contact Groups Program Coordinator Samantha. \nEmail: groups@nbis.ca \nText: 250-268-5760 \nCall: 250-753-5600 Ext. 7 \n  \n  \nSocial Program – February\n\n*Week 3 – Music Session\nLocation:   100 Museum Way\, Nanaimo V9R 5G4\nDate:         Wednesday\, February 19th 1:30pm – 2:30pm
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/winter-social-program-2025-02-19/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250213T120000
DTSTAMP:20250224T215849Z
CREATED:20250128T172250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T215849Z
UID:21859-1739440800-1739448000@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Winter Social Program
DESCRIPTION:The Nanaimo Brain Injury Society offers an in-person Social Program every Thursday                                                                                      morning that provides participants with a space to connect\, create and have fun with peers. \n  \nSpaces are limited. \nFor more information or to register please contact Groups Program Coordinator Samantha. \nEmail: groups@nbis.ca \nText: 250-268-5760 \nCall: 250-753-5600 Ext. 7 \n  \n  \nSocial Program – FEBRUARY\n\nWeek 1 – Puzzle Cafe\nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:         Thursday\, February 06th 10:00am-12:00pm \n  \nWeek 2 – Pictionary\nLocation:   100 Museum Way\, Nanaimo V9R 5G4\nDate:         Thursday\, February 13th 10:00am-12:00pm \n  \nWeek 3 – Music Session\nLocation:   100 Museum Way\, Nanaimo V9R 5G4\nDate:         Wednesday\, February 19th 10:00am-12:00pm \n  \nWeek 3 – Dip Painting\nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:         Thursday\, February 20th 10:00am-12:00pm \n  \nWeek 4 – Macrame\nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:         Thursday\, February 27th 1:30pm-3:00pm \n 
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/winter-social-program/2025-02-13/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250206T120000
DTSTAMP:20250224T215849Z
CREATED:20250128T172250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T215849Z
UID:21652-1738836000-1738843200@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Winter Social Program
DESCRIPTION:The Nanaimo Brain Injury Society offers an in-person Social Program every Thursday                                                                                      morning that provides participants with a space to connect\, create and have fun with peers. \n  \nSpaces are limited. \nFor more information or to register please contact Groups Program Coordinator Samantha. \nEmail: groups@nbis.ca \nText: 250-268-5760 \nCall: 250-753-5600 Ext. 7 \n  \n  \nSocial Program – FEBRUARY\n\nWeek 1 – Puzzle Cafe\nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:         Thursday\, February 06th 10:00am-12:00pm \n  \nWeek 2 – Pictionary\nLocation:   100 Museum Way\, Nanaimo V9R 5G4\nDate:         Thursday\, February 13th 10:00am-12:00pm \n  \nWeek 3 – Music Session\nLocation:   100 Museum Way\, Nanaimo V9R 5G4\nDate:         Wednesday\, February 19th 10:00am-12:00pm \n  \nWeek 3 – Dip Painting\nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:         Thursday\, February 20th 10:00am-12:00pm \n  \nWeek 4 – Macrame\nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:         Thursday\, February 27th 1:30pm-3:00pm \n 
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/winter-social-program/2025-02-06/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250205T193000
DTSTAMP:20250128T002536Z
CREATED:20240926T204443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T002536Z
UID:21498-1738778400-1738783800@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Jan’s Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:WE WELCOME CAREGIVERS TO JOIN US THIS FALL FOR: \nJan’s Caregiver Information Sessions \nThe program\, conducted in biweekly 90-minute sessions will address the needs \nof caregivers by bringing them together in a relaxed setting to discuss common \nissues\, share ideas\, and find possible solutions to reduce the stress of caregiving. \nThis program is designed to be flexible\, allowing you to participate as you see fit. \n\nAcross four\, 90-minute sessions.\nOccurs every 2nd Wednesday.\n2 In-person & 2 Virtual.\n\nLOCATION: #101 – 235 Bastion Street\nTIME: 6:00PM-7:30PM (90 MINS EACH) \n\nWED Feb 05th – Zoom\nWED Feb 19th – In Person\nWED Mar 05th – Zoom\nWED Mar 19th – In Person
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/jans-caregiver-support-group-2/2025-02-05/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Care Partner
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250122T193000
DTSTAMP:20250915T230156Z
CREATED:20231219T223029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T230156Z
UID:21689-1737568800-1737574200@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Jan's Caregiver Information Sessions
DESCRIPTION:  \nCaregiver Sessions alert!  \nWE WELCOME CAREGIVERS TO JOIN US THIS FALL FOR:\nJan’s Caregiver Information Sessions \nIn these two 90 minute (one In-Person and one Virtual) sessions Jan will cover topics such as: \n\nWhat to expect as a caregiver Impact on self\, family and friends\nHow not to lose yourself\, and what to be aware of as a caregiver\nCaregiver resources\n\nLOCATION: 101-235 BASTION ST.\nTIME: 6:00PM-7:30PM (90 MINS EACH) \nWED JANUARY 8th  –  Zoom\nWED JANUARY 22nd   – In Person \n  \n 
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/jans-caregiver-information-sessions-2025-01-22/2025-01-22/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:NBIS Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250122T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250122T143000
DTSTAMP:20241030T231647Z
CREATED:20241030T231641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T231647Z
UID:21586-1737552600-1737556200@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:"Budgeting and Financial Planning"
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/budgeting-and-financial-planning/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:NBIS Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241211T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241211T113000
DTSTAMP:20241030T231322Z
CREATED:20241030T231322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T231322Z
UID:21583-1733913000-1733916600@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Regaining Balance Post Brain Injury
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/regaining-balance-post-brain-injury/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:NBIS Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241204T113000
DTSTAMP:20250915T224054Z
CREATED:20240926T185612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T224054Z
UID:21487-1733306400-1733311800@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Life After Brain Injury Program
DESCRIPTION:Life After ABI: Peer Education and Support Program – In Person \nThis 8-week program\, conducted across 8 x 90-minute sessions will provide participants with the opportunity to learn the tools to help with the ongoing challenge of rebuilding their lives post ABI. The program material will be done in a group setting and participants will have the chance to share their experiences and acquire new skills including a peer support volunteer.  ​​ \nThemes/topics for the sessions will include: \n\nFatigue\nAttention and Focus\nMemory\nAnger and Irritability\nEmotional Regulation\nSensory Sensitivity\n\nCurrent status: OPEN LIST \n  \n  \nFor more information\, please contact our Group Programs Coordinator\, Sam: \nPhone: 250-753-5600 Ext. 7 \nText: 250-268-5760 \nEmail: Groups@nbis.ca
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/life-after-brain-injury-program-2024-10-23/2024-12-04/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241127T113000
DTSTAMP:20250915T224054Z
CREATED:20240926T185612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T224054Z
UID:21486-1732701600-1732707000@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Life After Brain Injury Program
DESCRIPTION:Life After ABI: Peer Education and Support Program – In Person \nThis 8-week program\, conducted across 8 x 90-minute sessions will provide participants with the opportunity to learn the tools to help with the ongoing challenge of rebuilding their lives post ABI. The program material will be done in a group setting and participants will have the chance to share their experiences and acquire new skills including a peer support volunteer.  ​​ \nThemes/topics for the sessions will include: \n\nFatigue\nAttention and Focus\nMemory\nAnger and Irritability\nEmotional Regulation\nSensory Sensitivity\n\nCurrent status: OPEN LIST \n  \n  \nFor more information\, please contact our Group Programs Coordinator\, Sam: \nPhone: 250-753-5600 Ext. 7 \nText: 250-268-5760 \nEmail: Groups@nbis.ca
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/life-after-brain-injury-program-2024-10-23/2024-11-27/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241120T113000
DTSTAMP:20250915T224054Z
CREATED:20240926T185612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T224054Z
UID:21485-1732096800-1732102200@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Life After Brain Injury Program
DESCRIPTION:Life After ABI: Peer Education and Support Program – In Person \nThis 8-week program\, conducted across 8 x 90-minute sessions will provide participants with the opportunity to learn the tools to help with the ongoing challenge of rebuilding their lives post ABI. The program material will be done in a group setting and participants will have the chance to share their experiences and acquire new skills including a peer support volunteer.  ​​ \nThemes/topics for the sessions will include: \n\nFatigue\nAttention and Focus\nMemory\nAnger and Irritability\nEmotional Regulation\nSensory Sensitivity\n\nCurrent status: OPEN LIST \n  \n  \nFor more information\, please contact our Group Programs Coordinator\, Sam: \nPhone: 250-753-5600 Ext. 7 \nText: 250-268-5760 \nEmail: Groups@nbis.ca
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/life-after-brain-injury-program-2024-10-23/2024-11-20/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241113T113000
DTSTAMP:20250915T224054Z
CREATED:20240926T185612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T224054Z
UID:21484-1731492000-1731497400@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Life After Brain Injury Program
DESCRIPTION:Life After ABI: Peer Education and Support Program – In Person \nThis 8-week program\, conducted across 8 x 90-minute sessions will provide participants with the opportunity to learn the tools to help with the ongoing challenge of rebuilding their lives post ABI. The program material will be done in a group setting and participants will have the chance to share their experiences and acquire new skills including a peer support volunteer.  ​​ \nThemes/topics for the sessions will include: \n\nFatigue\nAttention and Focus\nMemory\nAnger and Irritability\nEmotional Regulation\nSensory Sensitivity\n\nCurrent status: OPEN LIST \n  \n  \nFor more information\, please contact our Group Programs Coordinator\, Sam: \nPhone: 250-753-5600 Ext. 7 \nText: 250-268-5760 \nEmail: Groups@nbis.ca
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/life-after-brain-injury-program-2024-10-23/2024-11-13/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241023T113000
DTSTAMP:20250915T224054Z
CREATED:20240926T185612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T224054Z
UID:21481-1729677600-1729683000@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Life After Brain Injury Program
DESCRIPTION:Life After ABI: Peer Education and Support Program – In Person \nThis 8-week program\, conducted across 8 x 90-minute sessions will provide participants with the opportunity to learn the tools to help with the ongoing challenge of rebuilding their lives post ABI. The program material will be done in a group setting and participants will have the chance to share their experiences and acquire new skills including a peer support volunteer.  ​​ \nThemes/topics for the sessions will include: \n\nFatigue\nAttention and Focus\nMemory\nAnger and Irritability\nEmotional Regulation\nSensory Sensitivity\n\nCurrent status: OPEN LIST \n  \n  \nFor more information\, please contact our Group Programs Coordinator\, Sam: \nPhone: 250-753-5600 Ext. 7 \nText: 250-268-5760 \nEmail: Groups@nbis.ca
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/life-after-brain-injury-program-2024-10-23/2024-10-23/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241016T113000
DTSTAMP:20240926T190236Z
CREATED:20240926T185612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T190236Z
UID:21479-1729072800-1729078200@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Life After Brain Injury Program
DESCRIPTION:Life After ABI: Peer Education and Support Program – In Person \nThis 8-week program\, conducted across 8 x 90-minute sessions will provide participants with the opportunity to learn the tools to help with the ongoing challenge of rebuilding their lives post ABI. The program material will be done in a group setting and participants will have the chance to share their experiences and acquire new skills including a peer support volunteer.  ​​ \nThemes/topics for the sessions will include: \n\nFatigue\nAttention and Focus\nMemory\nAnger and Irritability\nEmotional Regulation\nSensory Sensitivity\n\nCurrent status: OPEN LIST \n  \n  \nFor more information\, please contact our Group Programs Coordinator\, Sam: \nPhone: 250-753-5600 Ext. 7 \nText: 250-268-5760 \nEmail: Groups@nbis.ca
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/life-after-brain-injury-program/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240918T113000
DTSTAMP:20240909T220837Z
CREATED:20240909T220557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T220837Z
UID:21419-1726653600-1726659000@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Chair Yoga
DESCRIPTION:We are very excited to announce 3 sessions of Chair Yoga at NBIS is Fall!! Former NBIS Programs Manager Lynne Henshaw will be facilitating the group starting Wednesday\, September 18th at 10:00am. \nChair yoga is a great way to connect with your body\, practice balance\, flexibility and strengthen muscles. These sessions are beginner friendly and adaptable for different skill levels. Each session will be a little different\, so go ahead and sign up for all three! \n  \n📅 When:   Wednesday\, Sept 18\, Oct 2 & Oct 9\n⏰ Time:    10:00am – 11:30am\n📍 Where: 101-235 Bastion Street Nanaimo\, BC. V9R 3A3 \n\n\nIf interested\, please register with our Groups Program Coordinator\, Samantha: \nText – 250-268-5760\nCall – 250-753-5600 Ext. 7\nEmail – groups@nbis.ca
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/chair-yoga/2024-09-18/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240905T120000
DTSTAMP:20240828T195911Z
CREATED:20240822T225932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T195911Z
UID:21301-1725530400-1725537600@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Autumn Social Program
DESCRIPTION:The Nanaimo Brain Injury Society offers an in-person Social Program every Thursday morning that provides participants with a space to connect\, create and have fun with peers. \nSpaces are limited. \nFor more information or to register please contact Groups Program Coordinator Samantha. \nEmail: groups@nbis.ca \nText: 250-268-5760 \nCall: 250-753-5600 Ext. 7 \n  \nSocial Program – September\n\nWeek 1-  BINGO \nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:         Thursday\, September 5th 10:00am-12:00pm \n  \nWeek 2- Pebble Art\nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:         Thursday\, September 12th 10:00am-12:00pm \n  \nWeek 3- Mixed Media Collage\nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:         Thursday\, September 19th 10:00am-12:00pm \n  \nWeek 2- Meditation & Mindfulness\nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:         Thursday\, September 26th 10:00am-12:00pm \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThe NBIS Social Program is funded by the BC Brain Injury Alliance.
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/21301/2024-09-05/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240812T150000
DTSTAMP:20240822T231650Z
CREATED:20240630T174338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T231650Z
UID:20887-1723467600-1723474800@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Client Coffee Drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Join in on our Coffee Drop-in group program for NBIS clients happening all Monday afternoons that the office is open! This is an informal get together and a great opportunity to get out of the house and connect with others. \n📅 When:    Every Monday\n⏰ Time:     1:00pm – 3:00pm\n📍 Where:   101-235 Bastion Street Nanaimo\, BC \n\n\nIf interested\, please contact our Groups Program Coordinator\, Samantha: \nEmail –   Groups@nbis.ca\nPhone –  250-753-5600 ext. 7\nText –      250-268-5760
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/ocean-walks/2024-08-12/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240801T120000
DTSTAMP:20240725T204843Z
CREATED:20240723T233625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T204843Z
UID:21010-1722506400-1722513600@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Summer Social Program
DESCRIPTION:The Nanaimo Brain Injury Society offers an in-person Social Program every Thursday morning that provides participants with a space to connect\, create and have fun with peers. \nSpaces are limited\, so if interested\, please let Samantha know by emailing Groups@nbis.ca\, texting 250-268-5760\, or calling 250-753-5600 extension 7\, to register for an activity. \n  \nSocial Program – August\n\n\n\nWeek 1)   Fun & Games\nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:         Thursday\, August 1st 10:00am-12:00pm\n\n\n\n\nWeek 2)   Guided Painting           \nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:         Thursday\, August 8th 10:00am-12:00pm\n\n\n\n\nWeek 3)   Restore Crafting\nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:         Thursday\, August 15th 10:00am-12:00pm\n\n\n\n\nWeek 4)   Picnic at Bowen\nLocation:   Lower picnic shelter at Bowen Park \nDate:         Thursday\, August 22nd *1:00 – 3:00pm\n\n\n\n\nWeek 5)   Keychain Crafting\nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:         Thursday\, August 29th 10:00am-12:00pm\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \nThe NBIS Social Program is funded by the BC Brain Injury Alliance.
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/summer-social-program/2024-08-01/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240704T120000
DTSTAMP:20240723T222309Z
CREATED:20220607T180442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T222309Z
UID:18757-1720087200-1720094400@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Summer Social Program
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThe Nanaimo Brain Injury Society offers an in-person Social Program every Thursday morning that provides participants with a space to connect\, create and have fun with peers. \nSpaces are limited\, so if you’re interested\, please let Samantha know by emailing Groups@nbis.ca\, texting 250-268-5760\, or calling 250-753-5600 extension 7\, to register for an activity. \n  \n  \nSocial Program – JULY\n\n\n\nWeek 1)   Iced Coffee Social\nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:           Thurs. July 4th: 10:00am-12:00pm\n\n\n\n\nWeek 2)   Guided Painting           \nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:          Thurs. July 11th: 10:00am-12:00pm\n\n\n\n\nWeek 3)   Poetic Journeys\nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:          Thurs. July 18th: 10:00am-12:00pm\n\n\n\n\nWeek 4)   Music & Lemonde\nLocation:   NBIS Office\nDate:          Thurs. July 25th: 10:00am-12:00pm\n\n\n  \n  \n  \nThe NBIS Social Program is funded by the BC Brain Injury Alliance. \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/spring-social-program/2024-07-04/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240625T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240625T200000
DTSTAMP:20240611T210410Z
CREATED:20200909T110228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T210410Z
UID:2061-1719338400-1719345600@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Brain Injury Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Please Join Us for a free workshop:  “Understanding Brain Injury” \n\nLearn about causes and symptoms of brain injury\nUseful tips on what can help during recovery\nInformation about programs & community resources\nQ&A Session\n\nPresented by Ashleigh Wasner\, Registered Psychiatric Nurse & Certified Brain Injury Specialist. Ashleigh is currently the Executive Director at Eden Gardens here in Nanaimo. \nThis informative workshop is offered at NO COST\, and everyone is welcome!
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/ubi/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:NBIS Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240417T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240417T113000
DTSTAMP:20240409T203718Z
CREATED:20200909T110221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T203718Z
UID:2055-1713348000-1713353400@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Life After Brain Injury Program
DESCRIPTION:Life After ABI: Peer Education and Support Program – In Person \nThis 8-week program\, conducted in 8 x 90 minute sessions will provide participants with the opportunity to learn the tools to help with the ongoing challenge of rebuilding their lives post ABI. The program material will be done in a group setting and participants will have the chance to share their experiences and acquire new skills including a peer support volunteer.  ​​ \nThemes/topics for the sessions will include to: \n\nFatigue\nAttention and Focus\nMemory\nAnger and Irritability\nEmotional Regulation\nSensory Sensitivity\n\nCurrent status: OPEN LIST \nFor more information please contact our Community Navigator Client Support Worker: \n\n250-753-5600 Ext. 1\nnavigator@nbis.ca\nBy text 250-268-3959
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/life-after-brain-injury/2024-04-17/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240328T143000
DTSTAMP:20240313T155337Z
CREATED:20220912T213944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T155337Z
UID:18992-1711630800-1711636200@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Your Vision Post Acquired Brain Injury Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Please Join Us for a free workshop: “Your Vision Post Acquired Brain Injury”  Ever wondered why and how a brain injury can affect your vision? In this workshop we will review what the visual system is and what parts of the brain are involved as well as what happens in an assessment and how it is different from a “regular eye exam.” We will also discuss what the possible treatment options are and who should be involved in your recovery. \nThursday March 28th\, 2024\n1:00-2:30pm\nNBIS Program Room #101 – 235 Bastion St. \nSign up today! Hope to see you there!\nEmail education@nbis.ca  or call: 250-753-5600 Ext. 4 \n 
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/visionpostabi/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:NBIS Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240227T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240227T120000
DTSTAMP:20240214T213717Z
CREATED:20230426T212617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T213717Z
UID:19665-1709029800-1709035200@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Empowered Connections: Building Healthy Relationships with Boundaries in Mind Workshop
DESCRIPTION:When someone experiences a brain injury or stroke\, the whole family is affected. This workshop addresses the issue of setting and maintaining healthy boundaries and building healthy relationships. Explore practical tools to navigate the sometimes delicate balance of setting limits while maintaining connections\, creating more fulfilling relationships.\n\nTo register email education@nbis.ca or call 250-753-5600 Ext 4\n\nClick to view poster: HealthyRealtionshipsWorkshop
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/healthy-relationships/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:NBIS Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240207T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240207T193000
DTSTAMP:20231219T192130Z
CREATED:20220912T214813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T192130Z
UID:18999-1707328800-1707334200@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Group Program
DESCRIPTION:NBIS Caregiver Support Group Program with Jan McNeil\, RCC.  To meet the different needs of caregivers\, we are offering two formats\, both In-person & Online group support. \nThe program will allow caregivers to have the opportunity to:\n• Gain information on various topics related to caregiving\n• Learn ways of coping with the stresses and strains of being a caregiver\n• Use peer support to reduce frustrations and barriers in the caregiving experience\n• Share common concerns and issues \n\nTime: 6:00-7:30pm\nLoaction: NBIS Program Room #101 – 235 Bastion St. (In person) \nFall Session dates:   75 mins each  \nWED FEB 7TH – IN PERSON\nWED FEB 21ST – ZOOM \nWED MARCH 6TH – IN PERSON\nWED MARCH 20TH – ZOOM \nWED APRIL 3RD – IN PERSON\nWED APRIL 17TH – ZOOM \nWED MAY 1ST – IN PERSON\nWED MAY 15TH – ZOOM \nWED MAY 29TH- IN PERSON\nWED JUNE 12TH – ZOOM \n  \nFor more information or to sign up please contact:\nEmail navigator@nbis.ca or call 250-753-5600 Ext 1\nRegister today! \n  \nThe NBIS Caregiver Support Group Program  is generously supported by ICBC. \n \n 
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/caregiver-support-group-program/2024-02-07/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Care Partner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240123T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240123T120000
DTSTAMP:20240109T232312Z
CREATED:20240109T232312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T232312Z
UID:20386-1706005800-1706011200@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Budgeting & Financial Planning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Please Join Us for a free workshop: “Budgeting & Financial Planning”  It can be overwhelming trying to figure out finances after a stroke or brain injury. This interactive seminar will help you learn how to build a secure foundation and how small steps can protect you\, your future and your loved ones. This session will give you the most up to date information on the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) and the Registered Disability Saving Plan (RDSP).\n\n\n\nTuesday January 23\, 2024\n10:30-12pm\nNBIS Program Room #101 – 235 Bastion St.\n\nLimited spaces\, RSVP today: education@nbis.ca or call: 250-753-5600 Ext. 4
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/budgeting-financial-planning-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:NBIS Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240104
DTSTAMP:20231220T191746Z
CREATED:20231220T191525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T191746Z
UID:20366-1704240000-1704326399@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Staff Training- NBIS Closed
DESCRIPTION:NBIS Office will be closed for a staff training day.
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/staff-training-nbis-closed/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231116T113000
DTSTAMP:20231107T195113Z
CREATED:20231107T194832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T195113Z
UID:20097-1700128800-1700134200@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Client Coffee Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Client Coffee Drop–In is BACK!!  For a limited time only. \nThursday\, November 16th \, 23rd\, 30th & December 7th\n10:00 to 11:30 am\nNBIS Office—#101– 235 Bastion Street\nOpen to NBIS clients \nAny questions please contact\neducation@nbis.ca or\ncall (250) 753-5600 Ext. 4
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/client-coffee-drop-in/2023-11-16/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Peer Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231019T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231019T203000
DTSTAMP:20230919T200403Z
CREATED:20230919T193644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T200403Z
UID:20005-1697742000-1697747400@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Concussion Awareness Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Nanaimo Brain Injury Society and PacificSport VI would like to invite you to attend this informative workshop. This workshop is for people working with youth who want a better understanding of Return to School/ Return to Play standards after concussion including the most recent concussion protocols. Basic information on concussions such as causes and symptoms with also be covered. This workshop would be great for parents\, teachers\, park and recreation leaders and coaches of all levels. \nWhen: 7pm-8:30pm\, Thursday October 19th 2023 \nWhere: NBIS office – 235 Bastion St\, Nanaimo \nPresenter: Dr . Jamie Dunnett\, Physical Therapist and lead of this event\, works as a physical therapist in Nanaimo assisting patients with varying degrees of severity of brain injuries. Brain injury rehabilitation has been a passion of his since graduating from UBC in 2005. In 2015\, Jamie completed his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Saint Augustine.Refreshments and snacks provided. \nTo register go to EVENTBRITE.  \n 
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/concussion-awareness-workshop/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:NBIS Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230628T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230628T180000
DTSTAMP:20230504T165442Z
CREATED:20220405T180200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T165442Z
UID:18615-1687968000-1687975200@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting & Open House
DESCRIPTION:The Nanaimo Brain Injury Society cordially invites you to its Open House & Annual General Meeting. \nOpen House 4-5pm \nAGM 5-6pm \nLight refreshments will be served. Everyone Welcome!
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230523
DTSTAMP:20230502T171312Z
CREATED:20200909T110219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T171312Z
UID:2053-1684713600-1684799999@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Victoria Day
DESCRIPTION:NBIS Office Closed.
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/victoriaday/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Statutory Holiday
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230123T140000
DTSTAMP:20230104T184714Z
CREATED:20230104T184030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T184714Z
UID:19333-1674478800-1674482400@nbis.ca
SUMMARY:Concussion 101 and Recovery Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Wanting to know more about concussion and concussion recovery? Join us this month for our “Concussion 101 and Recovery” Workshop with Natasha Wilch\, PT of Symphony Brain Health. This interactive seminar is a great opportunity to get in front of a local physiotherapist who focuses her practice on concussion.  Hope to see you there!\n\n\n\nLimited spaces\, RSVP today:\neducation@nbis.ca  or call: 250-753-5600 Ext. 4\n\n\n\n\nClick to Download Poster: ConcussionSession
URL:https://nbis.ca/event/concussion-101-and-recovery-workshop/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Brain Injury Society\, #101 - 235 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 3A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:NBIS Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo Brain Injury Society":MAILTO:community@nbis.ca
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