Virtual Town Hall: Changes to Family Support Fund
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Learn about the new Family Support Fund:
The Family Support Fund is a financial assistance program available to all Holland Bloorview clients and families. The fund covers items and services that help to keep our clients safe, while at the hospital and at home:
- Medications (not covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan)
- Equipment
- Respite and recreation
- Food, shelter, clothing and hygienic products
In response to the financial stress caused by COVID-19, Holland Bloorview has doubled funding available through the Family Support Fund. Tune in to this virtual Town Hall to learn about the new funding available to you and your loved one.
To qualify for the Family Support Fund:
- Clients must be 18 years old or younger
- Clients must have had a clinical appointment at the hospital within two years of submitting an application
- A short application form must be completed in full and submitted
If you have questions or comments, please contact abudin@hollandbloorview.ca
Note: This town hall is virtual over Zoom.
We're all in this together: In conversation with Canadian author Sue Robins
We're all in this together: In conversation with Canadian author Sue Robins
This interactive session will include readings from Sue's new book, Birds Eye View: Stories of a Life Lived in Heathcare on topics including perspectives on having a child with a disability, the importance of disclosing diagnosis well and how simple kindnesses can help families heal.
We will encourage audience members to share experiences and curiosities when it comes to delivering client- and family-centered care as well as reflections and ideas about building strong relationships with families rooted in our shared humanity.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Caregivers’ Information Workshop
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Caregivers’ Information Workshop
This workshop will provide family caregivers with information on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and help them determine if this is right for them. CBT is a therapy proven to make positive changes by teaching practical skills and strategies to help manage mental health. CBT is centered around thoughts, emotions and behaviors and participants work to develop coping tools and enhance resiliency.
This workshop will be facilitated by clinicians from the Centre for Addiction for Mental Health (CAMH).
Registration closes Thurs. January 30th
Family Movie Night
Family Movie Night
Join us for dinner and a movie on Thursday, November 21, 2019
Pizza Dinner at 5:30pm!
Aladdin
6:00pm Start Time
Location: 1E200 Conference Centre
OR
Frozen
6:00pm Start Time
Location: 1E205 Conference Centre – Window Side
Holland Bloorview's 6th annual Recreation, Respite and Life Skills Fair
Holland Bloorview's 6th annual Recreation, Respite and Life Skills Fair
Talk to representatives from over 50 community programs, find the right program to fit you or your family member's needs, register for summer and seasonal services, try activities offered at the fair. For more information, see flyer.
Holland Bloorview Rocks
Holland Bloorview Rocks
You're Invited!
Holland Bloorview Rocks again with the Hungry Lions and Magical Queen Machines. Our amazing bands are ready to hit the stage on November 17 to showcase their hard work and rock it out with the audience!
Come on out and cheer on our bands and support Music Therapy at Holland Bloorview. Enjoy special performances, celebrity judges, snacks and raffle.
Admission is FREE - Donations are welcomed
Family Movie Night
Family Movie Night
Join us for dinner and a movie on Wednesday, October 23, 2019
Pizza Dinner at 5:30pm!
Hocus Pocus
6:00pm Start Time
Location: 1E200
Conference Centre
OR
Ugly Dolls
6:00pm Start Time
Location: 1E205
Conference Centre – Window Side
Family Movie Night
Family Movie Night
Join us for dinner and a movie on Thursday, September 19, 2019
Pizza Dinner at 5:30pm!
Avengers: End Game
5:30pm Start Time
Location: 1E200
Conference Centre
OR
The Kid Who Would Be King
6:00pm Start Time
Location: 1E205
Conference Centre – Window Side
Yoga for Caregivers
Yoga for Caregivers
This free yoga class is for family caregivers of all levels of experience. No registration is required and equipment is supplied. A great chance for some self-care and to connect with other caregivers. This hour long class takes place on Thursdays from 10am – 11am in the Centre for the Arts across from the Conference Centre.
For more information contact Jean Hammond, jhammond@hollandbloorview.ca.
Yoga for Caregivers
Yoga for Caregivers
This free yoga class is for family caregivers of all levels of experience. No registration is required and equipment is supplied. A great chance for some self-care and to connect with other caregivers. This hour long class takes place on Thursdays from 10am – 11am in the Centre for the Arts across from the Conference Centre.
For more information contact Jean Hammond, jhammond@hollandbloorview.ca.
