Hydrocephalus Canada

🍽️ Ottawa Social Group for Adults with Spina Bifida and/or Hydrocephalus
2025-12-18 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | East Side Mario’s, 1820 Ogilvie Road, Gloucester, Ontario, K1J 7P4, Canada
December 2025 GatheringHosted in partnership with Hydrocephalus Canada
Join us for a warm and welcoming lunchtime meet-up in Ottawa as our community comes together to connect, share, and enjoy good company.
📅 Thursday, December 18, 2025📍 East Side Mario’s – 1820 Ogilvie Road, Ottawa🕛 Lunch at 12:00 PM
Everyone is welcome—whether you’re a regular participant or attending for the first time.
👉 Please RSVP to Mary Dufton📱 613-698-8173📧 maryjdufton@gmail.com
We look forward to spending a wonderful afternoon with you! 💛

✨ SHYNE December Session: Holidays & End-of-Year Celebrations! ✨
2025-12-18 19:00 - 20:00 | ONLINE via ZOOM
✨ SHYNE December Session: Holidays & End-of-Year Celebrations! ✨December 18 • 7–8 PMFor youth and young adults ages 16–29 with spina bifida or hydrocephalus
We are excited to share that next month’s SHYNE session will explore holidays and end-of-year traditions. This time of year looks different for everyone, and our conversation will make space for:
🎄 Cultural traditions and holidays 🎁 Expectations around gifts and giving🧘 Taking breaks and caring for ourselves during a busy season👨‍👩‍👧 Spending time with family and what that means for each of us
We’ve also put together a set of festive colouring pages you can print or download to your tablet—perfect for relaxing during our chat or enjoying afterward.👉 Download them here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1THjWc0mL-is6I6NeBcMU4IC_Mu5LzqYw?usp=sharing
Join us for a cozy, low-pressure evening of connection and conversation.👉 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/veTZLBRoQSaoWlum0Ccb-w
We can’t wait to see you there! ❄️✨

January 7 Accessible Yoga for All Ages – Virtual Yoga Class (Zoom)
2026-01-07 19:00 - 20:00 | ONLINE via ZOOM
🧘‍♀️ FREE Accessible Yoga for All Ages – Virtual Yoga Class (Zoom)🗓️ January 7🕖 7:00 PM EST
Join us for Yoga of the New Year and New You, a free virtual yoga class that is accessible for all ages and abilities. This inclusive yoga class is designed for children, teens, adults, and seniors, including individuals with disabilities, caregivers, and families looking for gentle, adaptive yoga.
This accessible online yoga session focuses on yoga and intention setting, supporting mindfulness, personal growth, and overall wellness. Participants will explore how intention setting differs from goal setting, emphasizing process, self-awareness, and positive personal change.
This all-ages yoga class is beginner-friendly, offers adaptable movement options, and welcomes anyone looking for inclusive fitness, accessible wellness, and virtual community yoga.
✅ Register for this free accessible yoga class:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/KkUx09PuQuKWEOf1OYaxMw
#FreeYogaClass #AccessibleYoga #AdaptiveYoga #InclusiveYoga #YogaForAllAges #VirtualYogaClass #AccessibleWellness #InclusiveFitness #MindfulnessYoga

January Taster's Club Ottawa
2026-01-08 12:00 - 14:00
🌟 Social Group for Adults with Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus 🌟
Join us for a relaxed, welcoming get-together with peers who understand your journey. This is a great chance to connect, chat, and enjoy time together in a supportive space.
📅 Date: January 8, 2026📍 Location: The King Eddy, 47 Clarence Street
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
📩 Please RSVP:Mary Dufton📞 613-698-8173✉️ maryjdufton@gmail.com
Whether you’re coming to reconnect with friends or meet new people, you’re warmly invited. We hope to see you there! 💙

💛 Hydrocephalus & Spina Bifida Parent Support Group (Online via Zoom)
2026-01-13 20:00 - 21:00 | ONLINE via ZOOM
💛 Hydrocephalus & Spina Bifida Parent Support Group (Online via Zoom)🗓️ January 13🕗 8:00 PM EST
Topic: Updating Your Family’s Medical History
Join our virtual parent support group for families navigating hydrocephalus, spina bifida, congenital disabilities, and complex medical needs. This session will focus on medical history tracking, care coordination, emergency preparedness, and patient advocacy, helping parents feel more confident during hospital visits and specialist appointments.
📩 Questions? Email us at info@hydrocephalus.ca🎁 Free parent kits available, including vital medical information, trusted resources, and caregiver support tools.
✅ Register here:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/a1kczGHsQ5C5qLi-V1TaLQ
#Hydrocephalus #SpinaBifida #ParentSupportGroup #CaregiverSupport #DisabilityParenting #MedicalAdvocacy #RareDiseaseSupport #ComplexCare #SpecialNeedsParenting #HealthEquity

January 21 🧘‍♀️ FREE Accessible Yoga for All Ages – Virtual Yoga Class
2026-01-21 19:00 - 20:00 | ONLINE via ZOOM
🧘‍♀️ FREE Accessible Yoga for All Ages – Virtual Yoga Class🗓️ January 21🕖 7:00 PM EST
Join us for Warmth and Grounding, a free virtual yoga class focused on grounding, immune support, and winter wellness. The winter months are known for coughs, colds, flu, and weakened immune systems, making this accessible yoga class ideal for supporting health and balance.
This inclusive yoga session uses warming flows and heart-opening poses to create warmth in the body, support circulation, and encourage relaxation. This adaptive yoga class is accessible for all ages and abilities, including beginners, seniors, individuals with disabilities, caregivers, and families.
✅ Register for this free accessible yoga class:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/yYXlfMIGSXGxA_-Uous0cw
#FreeYogaClass #AccessibleYoga #AdaptiveYoga #YogaForAllAges #InclusiveYoga #VirtualYogaClass #WinterWellness #GroundingYoga #ImmuneSupportYoga #MindfulMovement

January Spina Bifida Support Group – Virtual (Zoom)
2026-01-22 18:30 - 20:00 | ONLINE via ZOOM
💜 Spina Bifida Support Group – Virtual (Zoom)🗓️ January 13🕗 8:00 PM EST
Navigating Your Health and Receiving the Necessary Health Tests
Join us for a virtual Spina Bifida support group focused on helping individuals, caregivers, and families better understand healthcare navigation, recommended medical tests, and long-term care management related to spina bifida. This session will explore routine screenings, diagnostic testing, symptom monitoring, and patient advocacy, empowering participants to communicate effectively with healthcare providers and access appropriate care.
📩 Questions? Email info@hydrocephalus.ca🎁 Free patient kits available, including vital medical information, educational resources, and caregiver support tools.
✅ Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/5sz6j6pCSGy2j6R3TjQkYA#/registration
#SpinaBifida #SpinaBifidaSupport #DisabilitySupport #ChronicConditionCare #PatientAdvocacy #CaregiverSupport #NeurologyCare #HealthEducation #VirtualSupportGroup

💙 Hydrocephalus & Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) Support Group – Virtual (Zoom)
2026-01-28 18:30 - 20:00 | ONLINE via ZOOM
💙 Hydrocephalus & Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) Support Group – Virtual (Zoom)🗓️ January 28🕡 6:30 PM EST
Join us as we explore how to navigate your health and get the tests you need.
This online Hydrocephalus and NPH support group is designed for patients, caregivers, and family members seeking clear information about diagnosis, medical testing, neurological exams, imaging, and long-term care management. We’ll discuss how to advocate for appropriate health tests, understand common diagnostic procedures for hydrocephalus and Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, and navigate the healthcare system with confidence.
📩 Questions? Email info@hydrocephalus.ca🎁 Free patient kits available, including essential medical information, educational materials, and trusted support resources.
✅ Register for this virtual support group:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/He2zYx5mRui21G3c5M2Ejw
