Record #:
MHH0381
Last Full Update:
08 Oct 2024
Agency Information
| Legal Status |
(50) Non Profit |
| Established |
1995 |
| Primary Executive |
Diana Berriman, Program Director; Email: berrimandiana@gmail.com |
| Alternate Executive |
Cameron Grout, Treasurer; Phone: 905-849-8644; Email: Camerongrout@sympatico.ca |
| Funding |
Donations * Private foundations |
Description and Service Details
| Description (Service) |
A volunteer-based registered charity providing a program of recreation, socialization and aquatic exercise for stroke survivors * ten weeks sessions in the winter, spring and fall * offered in close cooperation with the Department of Recreation and Culture of the Town of Oakville, and the Rehabilitation Department of OTMH * designed to help survivors overcome the aftermath of a stroke by revitalizing their sense of independence, mobility and overall well-being * participants and volunteers meet at Glen Abbey Community Centre on a Friday, between 9:30am and 2pm * participants are responsible for their own transportation * transportation can also be arranged by contacting care-A-Van at 905-337-9222
Activities include:
- pool activities (light aquatic and seated exercise with the assistance of pool volunteers for survivors of stroke)
- card and Wii games
- stretching exercises
- arts and crafts
- other leisure activities and social times
- special presentations
- annual Christmas luncheon and outings including bowling, pub lunches and theatre shows
|
| Hours |
Fri 9:30am-2pm with a one hour pool session 11am-12noon |
| Areas Served |
Oakville |
| Eligibility |
Stroke survivors over 21 years of age with physician's consent
* must be able to perform basic self care needs alone (or with minimal assistance)
* must provide own transportation |
| Application |
Contact for information |
| Languages |
English |
| Fees |
Nominal fee for each 10 week session |
Site Information
| Site Location |
Oakville (Glen Abbey) |
| Located In Community |
Oakville |
| Address & Map |
|
| Intersection |
Third Line and Upper Middle Rd |
| Physical Access |
Fully Accessible |
Categories and Classification
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