Parent/Family/Community Workshops and Events
We are excited to offer and promote several workshops and events through-out the year for caregivers and families. We want to support families in helping their children build developmental motor skills, maximize their potential and encourage independence and participation.
Beetle and Bear Child, Youth and Family Therapy Network
Summer Education Series
We are thrilled to be part of Beetle and Bear, a child, youth and family therapy network located in East Toronto. They will be offering a series of summer education workshops from June-August. Visit their website to view all the workshops. www.beetleandbear.ca
Please register below for the workshops being offered by Paediatric Physiotherapy Associates.
Growing in Motion: Motor Milestone Development for your baby and child
Monday July 29th 11am-12pm
This hands-on workshop for caregivers and children 0-3 years of age will review motor milestones and provide tips for progressing your child’s development in a fun, play setting. This workshop will take place at Beetle and Bear 1822 Danforth Avenue.
Safe and Sound Protocol (Polyvagal theory)
Monday July 29th 7-8:30 pm (ONLINE)
Learn how to calm and regulate your nervous system. The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) is a listening program for children and adults to help with stress, anxiety and improved focus. This workshop is open to adults, caregivers and health professionals who want to learn more about SSP, how to access it for themselves or their child and how to become a SSP provider (health care providers). Registrants will be sent a Zoom link for online workshop.
FAMILY FUN FEST
SATURDAY JUNE 8TH 2:30-4:30PM
Join us to celebrate our 20th Anniversary at our Family Fun Fest, happening at Variety Village (3701 Danforth Ave) on June 8th. This community event will feature games, inclusive activities and fun for the whole family.
This event is free. Register by June 1st.
Allied Health Networking evening at Variety Village- September 28. 2023
We are excited to host an Allied Health Networking evening at Variety Village on Thursday September 28th from 7-9pm. This event is an opportunity for paediatric physiotherapists, occupational therapists, PTA/OTA’s and speech language pathologists in the greater Toronto area to connect, network and share community resources. We will be joined by Archie Allison, Director of Access and Awareness at Variety Village and there will also be an opportunity to tour Variety Village.
This event is free. Register by September 22nd
Adapted bikes and strategies to get children riding
Is your child struggling to learn how to ride a bike? Does your child need adaptations to their current bike? Book a trial session or a series of lessons at our Variety Village clinic location. Children of all abilities welcome!
Visit www.moiramoves.com for more information and to see additional sites throughout Toronto where lessons are offered.