As part of the September Dystonia Awareness month the Greater Vancouver Dystonia Support group is pleased to present the "Living Well with Dystonia Symposium".
Please join us for a day of dystonia education, information and sharing with the focus on well-being.
Guest speakers:
Dr. Kanungo (Neurologist) and Sally-Anne Stelling (UBC Brain Wellness physio therapist). These experts will include a brief question and answer section as part of their presentations.
As well, we are showcasing and providing education and information on adjunct therapies that may enhance and support your well-being. Examples of adjunct therapies include; Art Therapy, Meditation and Mindfulness, UBC Brain Wellness program and many more professional therapies.
There will be time set aside for participants to explore and learn from the experts, as well as time to meet, chat and share with each other.
Date: September 30, 2023
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:15 PM
Location: North Delta Recreation Centre, 11415 84th Ave., Delta, B.C.
Registration: Free! Please click the button below to register.
If you require help with transportation or can provide transportation, please contact our Support Group Co-leader Luisa at
luisa.hudniuk@icloud.com or (604) 803-5805.
Note: Please be aware that for participants registering after Sept.18, lunch will not be provided, and we greatly encourage you to bring your own lunch to the Symposium
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Agenda:
9:30: Doors open
10:00 - 10:15 am: Welcome
10:15 - 11: 15 am: Dr Kanungo
11:15 - 1:00 pm: Lunch and exploration of Adjunct Therapies
1:00 -1:45 pm: Sally-Anne Stelling
1:45 - 2:15 pm: Explore adjunct therapies and time to share with each other.
Thank you, hope to see you there!
