WINGS
2024-03-19 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-03-26 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-04-02 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-04-09 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-04-16 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-04-23 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-04-30 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-05-07 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Toronto) and 4 more dates | Willowbridge Community Services, 54 Brant Avenue, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 3G8, Canada
Participants will learn and practice skills to help them challenge negative beliefs about the self and expand their sense of identity in positive ways. This group is open to all women-identifying and non-binary individuals age 18+. Attendance of at least 6 out of 8 sessions is requested.
You’ll build:

Self-care Habits
Coping Skills
Assertiveness and Boundaries in Your Relationships
Self-Compassion

Dates: Tuesdays, March 19 – May 7
Time: 10am – 11:30am
To register: Contact Becca: blondner@willowbridge.ca, willowbridge.ca
Location: 54 Brant Avenue, Brantford, Ontario

Caregiver Connections
2024-03-26 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-04-30 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-05-28 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-06-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Meeting
Connect, support, and grow your community with fellow caregivers of people with developmental disabilities at our Caregiver Connections peer support group.

January – June 2024
Last Tuesday of each month
1pm-2pm
Virtual

To learn more or register, email Amanda at adowns@willowbridge.ca.

Mental Health Week 2024
2024-05-06 - 2024-05-10 | Ontario
Mental Health Week is a fun and informative week built by community partners and community members to create an awareness of good mental health. This year’s theme is #CompassionConnects and what connects us more than being present in our community!
Check out the events calendar below for events in our community or @BHNMentalHealthWeek and @WillowbridgeCommunityServices on social media for more details.

Gather & Grow: A Community Seed Planting Event
2024-05-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Willowbridge Community Services, 54 Brant Avenue, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 3G8, Canada
Cultivate connections with neighbors while letting your creativity grow by painting pots, planting seeds, and even crafting ‘seed bombs’ for a greener tomorrow!

All supplies will be provided. This event is open to everyone!

Date: May 24, 2024
Time: 1pm-3pm
Where: Willowbridge Community Services Head Office, 54 Brant Avenue, Brantford ON
Contact: Laura, lbergeron@willowbridge.ca or 519-757-5456

Brantford Pride
2024-06-15 12:00 - 17:00 | Mohawk Park, 51 Lynwood Drive, Brantford, ON, Canada
Join us Saturday June 15, 2024 for Pride in the Park!
When: 12-5pm
Where: Mohawk Park, Brantford
Check our the Brantford Pride 2024 Guide to Pride for all their events and happenings in June, 2024.

The Art of Identity Workshop
2024-07-25 15:00 - 16:30, 2024-08-01 15:00 - 16:30, 2024-08-08 15:00 - 16:30 | Willowbridge Community Services, 54 Brant Avenue, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 3G8, Canada
Discover your true self through art! This free workshop looks at the inner critic and its role, explores different views on identity, and helps you find out what is true about yourself.

Date: July 25, Aug 1 & Aug 8, 2024
Time: 3PM – 4:30PM
Location: 54 Brant Avenue, Brantford, ON

Please register by contacting Zulma at zhernandez@willowbridge.ca, 519-753-4173 ext. 226.

Pride Hamilton
2024-08-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Ontario
Join us Saturday August 10, 2024 for Pride Hamilton!
When: 12pm
Where: Pier 4 Park
More info to come!

Care 2 Connect Workshops
2024-09-17 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-10-15 17:30 - 19:00 | Willowbridge Community Services, 54 Brant Avenue, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 3G8, Canada
We’re offering four free, drop-in workshops this fall for anyone in the community!

Community Connections – Navigating Local Services & Resources for Families
Join us for an engaging drop-in workshop to help families explore local services and resources. Empower your family with the knowledge and tools to access community support effectively!
September 17, 2024

Nurturing You – Caregiver Self-Care & Networking
This drop-in workshop is perfect for caregivers wanting to focus on their well-being and connect with others. Discover self-care strategies and meet like-minded parents in a supportive environment.
October 15, 2024

Strengthening Bonds – Supporting Siblings
Growing up with a sibling who has a disability can be both unique and challenging. This drop-in workshop is designed to support siblings by giving them the tools, understanding, and connections they need to thrive.
November 19, 2024

Restful Nights & Smooth Routines – Sleep & Toileting Solutions
Join us for a practical, drop-in workshop on improving sleep and toileting for all ages. Designed for caregivers, parents, healthcare professionals, and educators, this session provides strategies to tackle these common challenges.
December 17, 2024

Option to join us in-person at 54 Brant Avenue, Brantford, Ontario or to join us virtually.
Please contact Shantel at sspicer@willowbridge.ca, 519-753-4173 ext. 235 for more details!

The Art of Identity
2024-10-16 16:00 - 17:30, 2024-10-23 16:00 - 17:30, 2024-10-30 16:00 - 17:30, 2024-11-06 16:00 - 17:30, 2024-11-13 16:00 - 17:30 | Willowbridge Community Services, 54 Brant Avenue, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 3G8, Canada
Discover your true self through art! This free, 5-week workshop for 16+ year-olds looks at the inner critic and its role, explores different views on identity, and helps you find out what is true about yourself.

Date: Wednesdays, October 16 – November 13, 2024
Time: 4pm – 5:30pm
Location: 54 Brant Avenue, Brantford, ON
Register: Contact Joanne at jtowers@willowbridge.ca, 519-753-4173 ext. 225
