April 19,2021

Happy National Volunteer Week April 18 - 24

COVID 19 Vaccine 

KIDS UP FRONT

UNDERSTAND THE BLADDER TO LIVE THE BEST LIFE

Theatre Terrific

Plan Institute Workshops & Webinars

Membership Renewal Time

Happy National Volunteer Week ! April 18 to 24

The Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of British Columbia’s wishes to thank our volunteers for all they do, without their dedication we could not exist . Many thanks to our board volunteers & our fundraising volunteers for your help this past year.

Board Volunteers

Colleen Talbot  President

Ellie Gelhorn  Past President

  Linda Randall Vice President 

 Dodie Barber  Victoria Chapter Liaison

 Stefanie Barber  Victoria Chapter Liaison

 Ashok Bhargava  Treasurer

 Mary Anne Castle  Director

   Les Ebl  Director

 Bev Irwin  Clinic /Bursary

Kim Klewchuk Secretary

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Pop Tab Collection Contacts

Emily Anderson Powell River

Isabelle Castle Campbell River

Daryl Dickson & Kate Evans Vancouver

Brad & Sheryl Hagkull Chilliwack

Colleen Talbot Coquitlam

Interested in helping out. We are looking for Pop Tab Collection Contacts in Kelowna, Kamloops & Williams Lake Area . Contact us for more details if this sounds like something you would like to help with.

COVID 19 VACCINE

People 40+ and Indigenous peoples 18+ can register to get vaccinated 

and you will be contacted when it is your turn to book an appointment.

Upcoming registrations: 

• Born in 1986 or earlier (Age 35+)Start registering April 20 at 12 p.m.
• Born in 1991 or earlier (Age 30+)Start registering April 21 at 12 p.m.
• Born in 1996 or earlier (Age 25+)Start registering April 22 at 12 p.m.
• Born in 2003 or earlier (Age 18+)Start registering April 23 at 12 p.m.

New Today !

People born 1981 and earlier (40+) can get the AstraZeneca vaccine at eligible pharmacies with vaccine supply in the Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island, the Interior and Northern B.C.  Find a pharmacy near you.

Click here for information on the COVID-19 mRNA Vaccine. Available in 13 different languages .

KIDS UP FRONT

Kids at Home - April 19

This week marks Earth Day, a chance to reflect on how we care for the Earth. It's also an opportunity to discover new ways to connect with wildlife and nature around our own homes. This week's featured resources are all about celebrating our beautiful world! Care for the Earth by upcycling recycled materials into gorgeous craft projects (ages 4-12). Learn how to turn any neighbourhood walk into a nature walk with tips and tricks (all ages). Or, become an Earth Ranger and learn how you can care for the Earth and all its creatures, this week and every week! (Ages 6-13)

Visit Kids at Home to see all of these activities and hundreds more. Check in each week for newly curated games, crafts, and other activities! 

UNDERSTAND THE BLADDER TO LIVE THE BEST LIFE- Free Webinar April 28,2021 2 PM Pacific Time

Hydrocephalus Canada and Association de spina-bifida et d'hydrocéphalie du Québec invite you to attend the second webinar in their RISE UP Education Series, “Understand the Bladder to Live Your Best Life.” The session will be presented in French with simultaneous translation to English.
 
Dr. Julie Franc-Guimond will help you better understand neurogenic bladder-related abnormalities and treatment options, learn more about surgeries to treat neurogenic bladder, and become familiar with the short, medium and long term issues of neurogenic bladder.
 

You can send questions in advance for Dr. Franc-Guimond to answer. 
Please submit your questions in english to: info@hydrocephalus.ca
Veuillez soumettre vos questions en français à: info@spina.qc.ca

 Register for English Session  or Register for French Session

THEATRE TERRIFIC

Theatre Terrific is currently offering FREE online dancing, acting, and choral classes. Everyone is welcome regardless of finances! ASL Interpretation provided.
Prior registration required: please email us at info@theatreterrific.ca.

DANCING with Daniel & Ashlee 

Monday, April 12th, 19th, 26th 2021 at 7:00-8:00 pm (FREE)

Meet Ashlee and Daniel, the dynamic dance duo! Ashlee and daniel have danced together for over five years. As daniel’s dance instructor throughout high school and now in college, Ashlee has witnessed daniel mature and grow as a dancer.  Working as Ashlee’s dance assistant for the special Olympics dance club, they are creating moves with meaning and heart. Dance is more than movement; dance is a feeling that connects to the deepest part of ourselves. Creating joy, laughter and imagination through dance, Daniel and Ashlee have a passion for dancing with people with diverse abilities, and they cannot wait to share the dance floor with you! 

ACTING AND CHORAL CLASSES 

New Choral Class with Cheryl Olvera: Tuesdays, April 13th to June 8th at 1:00-2:30 pm (FREE)

New Acting Class with Susanna Uchatius and Laen Hershler: Thursdays, April 15th to June 10th at 1:00 - 2:30 pm (FREE)

Plan Institute Online Workshops

The Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) Webinar

The RDSP is one of the most powerful financial tools available for Canadians with disabilities to secure long-term stability. These free webinars cover everything from eligibility to opening a plan and receiving grants and bonds.



Level 1: May 12

Level 2: April 22, May 19

Wills, Trusts & Estates Planning (BC) Webinar

Learn all about the various ins-and-outs of estate planning, preparing a will, and trust options in this workshop designed specifically for the needs of your loved one with a disability. Space is limited in order to give everyone a chance to ask questions.

April 29, May 20, June 17

For more information and to register click here

Membership Renewal Time

It 's that time of year when we ask everyone to renew their membership.

Avoid the post office this year and use the online form  . Payment method using Square via credit card or debit  ( *Note Zip means Postal Code on payment form)

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