MIND FORWARD DAY SERVICES CALENDAR - (January - June 2019)
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Mississauga (Head Office) Day Services
MIND FORWARD
DAY SERVICES CALENDAR
(January - June 2019)
Contact Us:
Michael Ferrel, Day Program Group Leader
Mississauga Office: 176 Robert Speck Pkwy, Mississauga, ON, L4Z 3G1
Tel: (905) 949-4411 ext.227
Email: Michael.Ferrel@mindforward.org
Welcome to the Mississauga (Head Office) 2019 Winter/Spring Calendar!
Welcome to Mind Forward Brain Injury Services! Our new name reflects a forward-looking vision of
support for our clients, caregivers, and family members, as well as our community partners. We
know that a person continues to grow and develop as a person with a network of support!
Group, registration, and contact information are all identified in this calendar. If in doubt, please
contact me directly and I will be happy to answer any of your questions.
For those wishing to take part in any of our Psychosocial groups, please contact your Case Manager/
Team Leader for more information on how to register.
If you are a returning member to our groups, we’re glad to have you back! I hope you find our offer-
ings enriching, engaging and of value to you. For new members, I encourage you to try all of the
groups that interest you. Welcome and have fun!
Sincerely,
Michael Ferrel
Mississauga Day Services Program Leader
Hi there!
A warm welcome to you! My name is Ashley Budd, and I am the Program Manager for our Day Pro-
grams, as well as Ombudsperson with Mind Forward. Thank you for taking the time to review this
calendar, we hope that you find multiple areas of interest. Our Day Services programs are continu-
ing to evolve, which makes this is a very exciting time for our organization, and most importantly …..
YOU! It is an absolute pleasure to serve you, and I look forward to seeing you at our various Day Ser-
vices locations.
Again ….. Welcome! We are so happy that you are here.
Warm Regards,
Ashley Budd
Program Manager, Day Services
Ombudsperson
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Table of Contents
Inside this Calendar
How to Register Page 3
Mississauga Halton (Head Office) Locations
Programs at a Glance (weekly timetable) Page 4
Group Descriptions Pages 5– 8
Mississauga Special Events Listing Page 9
Important Dates and Holidays Page 10
Boundless Adventures Page 11
Annual Family Picnic Page 11
Community Partners Page 12
Special Points of Interest
This Calendar outlines the Mississauga Winter/ Spring 2019 activities and structured group offerings.
Please refer to our website (www.phdabis.org) for more information, including links to our online
calendar, registration forms, Lunch N’ Learns, and Special Events.
To provide feedback regarding any of our services please contact the Mind Forward Ombudsperson,
Ashley Budd via e-mail at ombudsperson@mindforward.org or via phone at 905 949 4411 ext. 255.
Registration
How to Register
To register, please access the Cognito form link, which will be provided to you by the Day Program Group
Leader or your Senior staff. This link will allow you to register for groups of interest, and will provide you
with the total amount owed for your complete registration. Once you receive your registration total,
please bring in cash/ cheque in the amount owed to the Head Office Day Program. If you require addition-
al support with this process you may also consult your Case Manager or seek assistance from our Day Ser-
vices team member. Please note that all groups are offered on a FIRST COME FIRST SERVE basis.
Payment Method:
1. We accept payment by cash or cheque (including post dated cheques). Payment must be provided at the time
of registration.
2. Please make cheques payable to: Peel Halton Dufferin Acquired Brain Injury Services (PHDABIS).
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PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE!
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Bowling Mind Forward Pranayam YOGA Aphasia Breakfast Club
11:00-12:00 Café 9:30-10:30 Communication 9:30-11:00
@ Classic Bowl 10:00-1:00 @ Head Office Groups @Head Office
3055 Dundas St .W @ Head Office 9:00-12:00 and Jan 11– Apr 5
1:30-3:30
By Referral Only @ Head Office
By Referral Only
BINGO! Woodworking 2 Jumpstart/Sunshine Gardening and
2:00 - 3:00 Café MEAL 11:00-12:00 Stroll Grounds
@Head Office 12:00-1:00 @ Head Office 9:30-10:30 Maintenance
Jan 7 - March 25 @ Head Office April 3- June 19 @ Head Office 10:00-11:00
@ Head Office
May 10-Sept 6
Woodworking 1 Social Club Book Club Sports Talk Music and Me
2:00 –3:00 1:00-2:00 1:00-2:00 11:00-12:00 11:00-12:00
@ Head Office @ Head Office @ Head Office @Head Office @ Head Office
April 8 - June 17 Jan 2 - Mar 27 Jan 3 - Mar 28 Apr 5-June 21st
(Book 1)
April 3- June 19
(Book 2)
Making a Band Games Galore In-House Movie Wacky Science Karaoke
2:00–3:00 2:15-3:30 Matinee 11:00-12:00 1:00-2:30
@Head Office @ Head Office 2:30-4:45 @ Head Office @ Head Office
Jan 14-March 25 @ Head Office Apr 4-June 20
Artistic Creations 1 Cheap Date Artistic Creations 2
3:30-4:30 Movie Night 1:30-2:30 Dinner and a Show!
@ Head Office 3:30-7:00 @Head Office 3:00-6:15
Jan 7 - Mar 25 @ Cineplex Cinema Jan 3 - Mar 28 @ Head Office
309 Rathburn Rd W
Cards & Pool
3:15-4:45
@ Head Office
Mississauga Groups & Descriptions
MONDAY
Bowling @ Classic Bowl
Monday January 7th- Monday June 17th
Fee: $157
Bowling has many physical benefits such as muscle toning and strengthening and improved balance. It also improves
social skills, reduces stress, and enhances hand-eye coordination. This group runs once a week and includes two
games plus shoe rental. (cost is $3.75 per game for 21 weeks). A pizza party will be held at the end of our session.
BINGO!
Monday January 7th- Monday March 25th
Fee: $25
BINGO is a popular game for people of all ages. BINGO can help to improve hand/ eye coordination, boosts cog-
nitive abilities such as mental flexibility and short-term memory, and increases socialization.
Woodworking 1 & 2
Monday April 8th- Monday June 17th
Wednesday April 3rd– Wednesday June 19th
Fee: $65
Woodworking is a popular group designed to apply higher functioning skills towards self-rehabilitation. This group is
facilitated by a trained staff who provides ongoing supervision and step-by-step instruction until completion of a new
project each session. Woodworking includes physical benefits such eye-hand coordination, strength, and fine-motor
control, and cognitive benefits such as engineering skills, creativity and inventiveness.
Making a Band
Monday January 14th-Monday March 25th (10 Weeks)
Fee: $100
A one-of-a-kind group where participants receive private lessons in a small group on various instruments such as
drums, guitar, piano, or vocals. At the end of each session, the band will perform a live gig at a local venue.
Artistic Creations 1 & 2
Monday January 7th - Monday March 25th
Thursday January 3rd-Thursday March 28th
Fee: $40
This fun-filled art group will help you explore your creative side and enhance your communication skills, self-
confidence, imagination. It will also allow you to develop an appreciation for art and culture.
TUESDAY
CAFÉ MEAL Tickets
Fee: $110
Get your lunches pre-paid!
25 weeks for $110 (includes three free lunches. $5.00 per week includes meal and drink.
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Mississauga Groups and Descriptions
Social Club
Tuesday January 8th- Tuesday June 18th
No Fee
One of our most popular groups which includes Lunch ‘N’ Learn/educational presentations, fun and interactive
games, and socializing.
Games Galore
Tuesday January 8th - Tuesday June 18th
No Fee
Enhance your cognitive skills and engage in a variety of classic board games such as Scrabble, Scattergories, and
Chess. Improve attention, information processing, reading, decision making, planning and strategy, and the list goes
on….all while socializing with others!
Cheap Date Movie Night @ Cineplex Cinema Mississauga
Tuesday January 8th - Tuesday June 18th
Pay as you go
Enjoy a night at the movies with friends. The movie is half price for those individuals with an “Access 2 Entertain-
ment” card. (inquire with your Case Manager for more information). A Scene card will earn you a 10% discount on
concession stand items.
WEDNESDAY
Pranayama YOGA
Wednesday January 2nd - Wednesday June 19th
No Fee
Yoga is a Hindu spiritual and ascetic discipline, a part of which, including breath control, simple meditation, and the
adoption of specific bodily postures, is widely practiced for overall health and relaxation. Pranayama is an integral
part of yoga. The controlled breathing enables both the rhythm of performing yoga poses and relaxing the mind for
meditation. Benefits of yoga include emotion regulation, a sense of well-being, life satisfaction, and spirituality.
Every week, a certified instructor will guide you through the poses in this group.
Book Club
Wednesday January 2nd - March 27th-Book 1
Wednesday April 3rd - Wednesday June 19th-Book 2
Fee: $20 per book ($40 for both sessions)
Join this group to explore various literacy works. Each week, participants will engage in reading aloud followed by an
open discussion about the book in relation to life experiences. This group will help to increase communication skills
(listening, reading and writing) as well as socialization and interaction skills.
In-House Movie Matinee
Wednesday January 2nd - Wednesday June 19th
Fee: $10
Come on by to catch films on our big screen TV. The Day Services Team will also provide you with a light snack to en-
joy while watching the flick.
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Mississauga Groups and Descriptions
THURSDAY
Aphasia Communication Group
Thursday January 3rd- Thursday June 27th
No Fee
Run in partnership with the Halton Aphasia Centre (HAC) and is facilitated by registered
Speech & Language Pathologists (SLP). The group focuses on teaching new skills and reviewing support strategies for
anyone who has difficulty communicating and expressing themselves.
This group is by referral only, please contact your Case Manager or Team Leader if you are interested.
Jumpstart/ Sunshine Stroll
Thursday January 3rd - Thursday June 20th
No Fee
This ever popular group includes some warm-up exercises, stretching, strength training, and light cardio. The group
ends with a short discussion about hot topics featured in today’s latest headlines.
Sports Talk
Thursday January 3rd - Thursday March 28th
No Fee
Sports Talk group is designed for participants who enjoy playing, watching, and following sports. This group will en-
hance social skills, and promote knowledge and discussion of current popular sports events.
Wacky Science
Thursday April 4th-Thursday June 20th
Fee: $20
Enhance your general knowledge on science through simple experiments run by staff. This group will promote great
group discussion and observation skills.
Cards and Pool
Thursday January 3rd - Thursday June 20th
Fee: $25
This group will include a variety of card games such as Euchre and 21, as well as the opportunity to play a few rounds
of pool. If you are looking to enhance your social skills and improve cognitive stimulation, hand/ eye coordination,
and/ or language and problem solving skills, this group is for you!
Psychosocial Groups by Referrals Only!!
Please contact your Case Manager, Team Leader or Group
Leader for more information
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Mississauga Groups & Descriptions
FRIDAY
Breakfast Club
Friday January 11th-Friday April 5th
Fee: $60
Enhance your knowledge of recipes, kitchen safety, and cleanliness.
This group will assist with improving your fine motor skills and communication. Maximum of 10 participants.
Gardening and Grounds Maintenance
Friday May 10th - Friday September 6th
No Fee
This group will focus on stress relief and provide a good workout. Gardening promotes psychological well being and
boosts immunity for participants by exposing them to healthy bacteria.
Music and Me
Friday April 5th - Friday June 21st
This musical group allows members to sing and share meaningful pieces of music which are then
discussed within the group. Group members will showcase their abilities during the annual
Mind Forward Holiday Social, Family Picnic and other Mind Forward social events.
Karaoke
Friday January 4th - Friday June 21st
No Fee
Who doesn’t love karaoke?! This musical group will allow participants the opportunity to belt out the lyrics to their
favourite tunes while improving memory, relieving stress, and boosting self confidence. It also enhances creativity
and promotes brain growth by exercising both sides of the brain. Come and sing with us!
Dinner and a Show!
Friday January 4th - Friday June 21st
Fee: $168
End your week or start your weekend with a well priced and nutritious home-style cooked meal, including a low fat
dessert (the average cost is $7/ dinner). There will be a screening of the latest movie release or a classic flick. This
group also includes 3 Special Event meals (St. Patrick’s Day, Mother’s Day and Father’s day dinner). Dinner and a
Show is a long-time favorite and we can’t wait for you to join us!
Client Newsletter
Do you want to work on your writing, editing
and team work skills? Come and join the client
newsletter. If you are interested or have any
ideas for stories please let a Day Program staff
know by the end of January 2019.
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Mississauga Special Events!
Month Date/Time Event/Location Fee
Saturday January 12th, 2019 Mind Forward Night Out! Pay as you go
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:45 PM Location: East Side Mario’s
5585 Rodeo Rd, Mississauga
Sunday, January 27th, 2019 Mississauga Steelheads vs. Sudbury Wolves $15
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM Paramount Fine Foods Centre
5500 Rose Cherry Place, Mississauga
Wednesday February 6th, 2019 Ice Fishing @ Island Lake Conservation Area— $30
Time: 9:00AM-4:00PM Orangeville (Transportation provided from Missis-
sauga Head Office)
Tuesday February 12th, 2019 Valentine’s Day Social Free
Time: 12:00PM-2:00 PM Location: Mind Forward Head Office
176 Robert Speck Pkwy, Mississauga
Sunday March 10th, 2019 Sister Act $30. ticket
Time: 2:00 PM—5:00 PM Meadowvale Theatre
*Please note that there is lim- 6315 Montevideo Rd., Mississauga $26. Seniors 65+
ited wheel chair seating*
Friday March 15th, 2019 St. Patrick’s Day Dinner $10.00 if not
Time: 3:00 PM - 6:15 PM Location: Mind Forward Head Office part of Dinner
176 Robert Speck Pkwy, Mississauga and Show Group
Saturday April 13, 2019 Euchre Tournament $15
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Location: Mind Forward Head Office
176 Robert Speck Pkwy, Mississauga
Friday May 10th, 2019 Mother’s Day Dinner $10.00 if not
Time: 3:00 PM-6:15 PM Location: Mind Forward Head Office part of Dinner
176 Robert Speck Pkwy, Mississauga and Show Group
Saturday May 25th, 2019 Mind Forward Lunch Out! Pay As You Go:
Time: 12:00 PM –2:30 PM Location: Mandarin Restaurant $22.99 Buffet
238 Biscayne Crescent, Brampton, ON + tax & tip
Friday June 14th, 2019 Father’s Day Dinner $10.00 if not
Time: 3:00 PM-6:15 PM Location: Mind Forward Head Office part of Dinner
176 Robert Speck Pkwy, Mississauga and Show Group
Saturday June 15, 2019 Mississauga Waterfront Festival Pay as you go
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: Memorial Park, Port Credit
20 Lakeshore Rd. East, Mississauga
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JANUARY Event
Tuesday January 1st OFFICE CLOSED: New Years Day (STAT Holiday)
Wednesday January 2nd Winter/Spring Session Begins
FEBRUARY Event
Monday February 18th OFFICE CLOSED: Family Day (STAT Holiday)
MARCH Event
Sunday March 10th Daylight Savings Time Begins
APRIL Event
Friday April 19th OFFICE CLOSED: Good Friday (STAT Holiday)
Monday April 22nd OFFICE CLOSED: Easter Monday (STAT Holiday)
MAY Event
Monday May 20th OFFICE CLOSED: Victoria Day (STAT Holiday)
JUNE Event
Friday June 21st Last day of Winter Spring programming
June 24th—28th Drop In Only!
Monday July 1st OFFICE CLOSED: Canada Day (STAT Holiday)
Tuesday July 2nd Summer/ Fall Session begins
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THANK YOU TO OUR VALUED COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Access 2 Entertainment Kerr Street Mission: Garry O’Neill
Able Living (Greaves location) Leon Pharmacy: Robert and Michael Nashat
Argus Info Systems: Dan Pilgrim “Les Chanteuses”: Amy Donaldson, Ginger St. James, Rae Billing, Shelley
Art Gallery of Ontario Budd
Atlas Care Heating and Cooling: Roger Grochmal Maid of all Work: Mike and Caroline Maurice
Avalon Care Centre: Karen Lubianetzky Martin & Hillyer Associates: James Page and Clair Wilkinson
Binder Dijker Otte (BDO): Mike Hiley, Erika Teklits Moonshine Café, Oakville: John and Jane Marlatt
Blaney McMurtry & Associates: Maria Kotsopoulos, Maureen Merrill, and Massive Tank Music Studios: Ryan Switzer and Laura Kent
Margaret Rintoul Metro Toronto Zoo
Boundless Adventures: Steve Gottlieb Mississauga Arts Council: Mike Douglas
Boston Pizza, Resolution Drive, Brampton M.P.P, Orangeville: Honorable Sylvia Jones
BIAPH (Brain Injury Association of Peel and Halton): Jorun Rucels Metro South Oakville Mall
Brampton City Councillor: Gurpreet Dhillon Nidea Partners
Brain Injury Services: Mila Ray-Daniels, Candy Saraf Novotel Mississauga: Ganna Kuzavova
Catalano Wealth Management: John Catalano Oakville Art Society
Choudhry Witczak Investments Oatley Vigmond
City of Brampton Ontario Brain Injury Association (OBIA): Ruth Wilcock and Tanya Jewell
City of Mississauga Ontario Science Centre
Civitan Club of Oakville : George Horhota, Philip Szabo & Chris Smith Ontario Neurological Foundation (ONF): Corinne Kagan, Judy Gargaro
Classic Bowl Mississauga Orangeville Theatre
CN Rail : Mike Anderson , Manager, Ticket Sales & Services Osprey Valley Golf: Brad Pinnell
Comic Connection Oakville : Rich Stokes and Rob Lantz Peace Ranch: Kerri Eatough
Costco Wholesale Heartland Peel Living, Britannia Place, Mississauga
Community Trust: Chris Humeniuk Peel Region
Coptic Centre: Shawkey Girgis Pipes and Taps Pub: Tricia Stewart
Community Head Injury Resources Services: Marnie Russell Prince Theodore Foundation: Ramez Tawfik
film.ca Inc.: Bryn Perras, Jason Speers, and Jeff Knoll Rotary Club of North Peel
Famous Players Coliseum Rose Theatre, Brampton
Glen Haffy Conservation Area Seyone Medical Corporation
HABI (Headwaters ABI): Norman Phillips & Kindrey Rowland SNAP’D Mississauga: Rob Adams
Halton Aphasia Centre (HAC) Starbucks Coffee, Dorval Crossing, Oakville
Hamilton Health Sciences: John Zsofcsin St. Luke’s Community Center: Roy Campbell, Jessica Howden
Health System Solutions: Barbara Pidcock Supportive Housing In the Province (SHIP)
Hershey Centre– Mississauga Steelheads TDL Group Corp.
Heart Lake Conservation Area Ten and Ten Driving Range
Hourglass Workout Studio: Leni Strineka Tomato King 2010 Inc.: John DiLorito
Howie Sacks and Henry, Toronto: Adam Wagman Town of Halton Hills
Hynek Financial Group: Douglas Hynek Town of Oakville
Indus Community Services: Gurpreet Malhotra Town of Orangeville
Island Lake Conservation Area: Warren Moore University of Toronto Emily Nalder
Illusion Landscaping & Lawn Maintenance Inc. Viva Contracting: Michael Corridore
Jack Astor’s, Queen Street, Brampton VOVA Design: Ivan Lukomski
John Paul II Polish Cultural Centre: Jan Szymandera Website Design: Joseph Gottli
Joel Anderson (Jim Cuddy Band)
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