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Welcome to Take Control Take Charge ZOOM Virtual Workshops
COVID 19 & YOU
Feeling fear and worry related to the Coronavirus pandemic? You are not alone. This virus has swept across the world, in the population at large as well as groups such as the elderly their care providers and people with underlying health conditions.
Take Control Take Charge has invested in virtual workshop platforms to insure you are not alone and are still able access the knowledge, help and tools you need to live with Chronic Pain or a Chronic Disease. We have been delivering ZOOM Virtual Workshops since the early onset of Covid-19 in 2020.
As the world restructures how life is going to be in the "new" normal, you can be assured that the Take Control Take Charge will be taking all steps necessary to deliver our programs to you in a safe environment, whether it be in your own home virtually or in an off-site environment with all current protocols in place.
COVID-19 has amplified stress levels, depression and anxiety in everyone over the last year. Our workshops will support your need to regain control of your life again.
ZOOM Virtual Online Self-Management Workshops
What is a "Virtual" Workshop and how do you access one?
Technology has made it possible for you to access a workshop from the comfort of your own home. In order to participate in a "Virtual Workshop", you will need to pre-register for the workshop that interests you.
Once you have completed the online registration, you will be mailed the materials needed for that workshop. You will also receive a ZOOM Invitation from the coordinator of the Workshop. All you need to do is follow the instructions to join that 'Virtual Workshop'.
Simply click on the link that has been emailed to you and type in the Meeting ID and Password that have been supplied to you. It's that simple!
Pre-registration IS required for all workshops you want to participate in. There is no cost to attend a
'Virtual Workshop", BUT space is limited. Please register today. If for some reason workshop is full that you want to participate in, please continue to look through the schedule often on our website, as we will be continuing to add new Workshops as time goes on.
What do you need to have in order to participate in a ZOOM Virtual Workshop?
As long as you have full access to a computer with a video camera and microphone, iPad/tablet, iPhone/Android device, you will be able to participate. If you have never tried an online workshop before, don't worry, it's easy and we can help you along the way.
You can either download the ZOOM Application to your computer or device or simply click on the provided link.
What do I do in a ZOOM Virtual Workshop?
Workshops are presented almost the same way as if we were all sitting in the same room.
We ask that you make sure your chosen device has access to both audio/microphone and video, and that they are both working prior to joining us. This will save time and insure everyone has a safe, positive and interactive experience during the Workshop.
Chronic Pain Online Workshop
Starts Tuesday Jan 10, 2023 to Tuesday Feb 14, 2023
This workshop will run from Tuesday Jan 10 to Feb 14, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Please register before Wednesday Jan 4, 2023
Craving Change Online Workshop
Starts Monday Jan 16, 2023 to Monday Feb 06, 2023
This workshop will run from Mon Jan 16,23,30, Feb 6, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Please register before Monday Jan 9, 2023
BAP Brief Action Planning Online Workshop
Starts Thursday Feb 16, 2023
This will run Thursday Feb 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Please register before Monday Feb 13, 2023
Starts Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
This workshop will run Tuesday Feb 21, 28, March 7 & 14, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Please register before Friday Feb 17, 2023
Clinician Patient Communication to Enhance Health Outcomes Online Workshop
Starts Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
This workshop will run on Wed March 1, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Please register before Friday February 24, 2023
ATTENTION ZOOM Virtual Workshop Participants
We ask that you make sure your chosen device has access to both audio/microphone and video, and that they are both working prior to joining us. This will save time and insure everyone has a safe, positive and interactive experience during the Workshop. Thank you.
Online Chronic Self-Management Program
FREE to individuals across Ontario who are living with one or more chronic conditions such as diabetes, chronic pain, high blood pressure, stroke, cancer, heart or kidney conditions. Many of the workshops are also beneficial for caregivers and anyone looking to improve their health literacy. The online programs can be accessed from any device with an internet connection and have been designed to meet different needs; from one-on-one health coaching and group-based workshop series, to one-time health literacy webinars. To learn more about the online self-management programs or to register for an upcoming program visit
www.selfmanagementontario.ca
or call (Toll-free) 1-844-301-6389
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