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SUMMARY:Brain Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:Brain Awareness Week is an opportunity to shine a light on the impact of brain tumours and the importance of advancing research\, treatments\, and support. This week reminds us of the strength of those affected and the need to build greater awareness in our communities.   \nJoin us in raising understanding and spreading hope for everyone facing a brain tumour.  \nLearn more
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/brain-awareness-week/
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SUMMARY:Greater Toronto Area Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Brain Tumour Support Groups allow patients\, survivors\, and caregivers to share their experiences and feelings in a safe and confidential environment\, as well as to give and receive information or support from others going through parallel diagnoses. \nYou can share experiences\, pass on knowledge and gain peer support in a confidential and relaxed atmosphere at a monthly adult Brain Tumour Support Group. New members are always welcome. \nLearn more
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/greater-toronto-area-support-group/2026-03-16/
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Effective Communication Strategies for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers can experience challenges when communicating with others. This could include health care providers\, community organizations\, or informal support from friends and family. They can be misunderstood and have difficulty getting their message across\, leading to frustration and further communication breakdowns. Building skills and strategies for effective communication can ensure that both the caregiver’s and the person they care for’s needs are heard and understood. The ability to stay solution-focused during challenging times can set everyone involved up for success. \nIn this session\, you will learn about: \n\nThe importance of effective communication\nKey communication strategies\nAdditional tools and resources to support your communications with service providers and others in your circle of support.\n\nDuring this session\, we work with the Communication Tips Handout Final English. \nAbout the speaker: \nAnne-Marie is the OCO’s Regional Lead for Eastern Ontario and Francophone Communities. She joined the organization in the fall of 2024\, after 17+ years in child welfare. Anne-Marie has lived experience as a caregiver\, having supported her mother\, who was living with Parkinsons; she is also a caregiver to her adult daughter\, who has struggled with her mental health for the last 12 years. Anne-Marie is very passionate about supporting caregivers\, and is looking forward to telling you more about how the OCO can become an important partner in your caregiving journey. \nRegister
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/webinar-effective-communication-strategies-for-caregivers/
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SUMMARY:Calgary Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Brain Tumour Support Groups allow patients\, survivors\, and caregivers to share their experiences and feelings in a safe and confidential environment\, as well as to give and receive information or support from others going through parallel diagnoses. \nYou can share experiences\, pass on knowledge and gain peer support in a confidential and relaxed atmosphere at a monthly adult Brain Tumour Support Group. New members are always welcome. \nLearn more
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/calgary-support-group-2/2026-03-18/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Sao_Paulo:20260319T193000
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SUMMARY:Sarnia Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Brain Tumour Support Groups allow patients\, survivors\, and caregivers to share their experiences and feelings in a safe and confidential environment\, as well as to give and receive information and support from others facing similar diagnoses. \nYou can share experiences\, pass on knowledge and gain peer support in a confidential and relaxed atmosphere at a monthly adult Brain Tumour Support Group. New members are always welcome. \nLearn more
URL:https://www.braintumour.ca/event/sarnia-support-group-2/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:St. Giles Presbyterian Church\, 770 Lakeshore Rd.\, Sarnia\, ON\, N7V 2T5\, Canada
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