DMRF Canada: 
February 2022 E-newsletter
 
 
 
Table of Contents
 
 
Mental Health Resources 
 
 
Mental health plays a direct role in our behavior; the way we think, feel and/or act. Individuals with dystonia can be prone to certain mental health disorders, including anxiety and depression. 
 
If you know someone who may be experiencing any symptoms, you can direct them here to find resources near them.
 
 
Online Resources and Support Groups 
 

Have you been having difficulty staying connected with others in the dystonia community? 
 
Here is a list of online resources and support groups to help keep you connected. 
 
 
Facebook Fundraising  
 
 
Did you know that you can fundraise for DMRF Canada using Facebook?  You can set up a page on your own Facebook account, and the donations will be sent to DMRF Canada. 
 
Get started today by following these simple steps here.
 
THANK YOU 
 
 
DMRF Canada would like to thank you for your support. While we only have a small number of staff, our 40+ volunteers across the country, including our wonderful Support Group Leaders and dedicated Board of Directors, make it possible to achieve our goals.
 
If you are interested in volunteering for DRMF Canada, please email info@dystoniacanada.org.
 
Living with Dystonia: Blepharospasm/Meige's Syndrome Webinar 
 
 
Presented by Dr. Sylvain Chouinard
 
The recording of the webinar hosted on January 26 is now available to watch on the website. Click here to watch. 
 
Special thanks to Dr. Chouinard for presenting and the Benign Essential Blepharospasm Canadian Research Foundation for their support.
 
Neurologic Music Therapy- Open to Everyone Across Canada 
 
Brought to you by:
 
The University of Toronto Faculty of Music
 
WHO: This group is designed for persons with dystonia who seek treatment strategies to reduce chronic pain and tension.
 
WHEN: Weekly on Thursdays 6:00PM - 7:00PM Eastern Time until April 7th.
 
WHERE: Virtually over Zoom. 
 
WHAT TO WEAR: Comfortable clothing and a water bottle.
 
To learn more and register for the program, click here. With thanks to the Greater Toronto Area Support Group
 
Accepting Applications: 2022 Jackson Mooney Patient Grant 
 
The Jackson Mooney Patient Grant is accepting letters of intent until April 29, 2022.
 
Click here to read more about the application process and requirements.
 
 

 
 
On Your Mark, Get Set, Go! 
 
 
We are thrilled to announce that we will once again be hosting our biggest event of the year: Freedom to Move: Run, Walk, and Wheel for Dystonia in June 2022! Stay tuned for more details to come in the following weeks. 
 
We Need Your Help: DRMF Canada is encouraging you to reach out to your networks and employers for help with prizing and/or sponsorship opportunities for this important event. 
 
Please email info@dystoniacanada.org for more details.
 
  
 
Chance to Win Big by Giving Back!
 
Attention all Ontario residents! We will be hosting a 50/50 E-Raffle this Spring. Mark your calendars, ticket sales start on March 15 and end on April 15. 50% of the proceeds from ticket sales will go towards critical dystonia research and support programs while the remaining 50% could go to a person like YOU.
 
REMINDER: THIS RAFFLE IS OPEN TO ONTARIO RESIDENTS ONLY. 
 
Click here to learn more.
 
National Support Group Meeting 
 
 
 
There will be a virtual meeting hosted through Zoom for people with dystonia to share and learn from each other's experiences on March 26 at 1PM to 3PM Eastern Time.
 
Please check your corresponding time zone. This meeting will be open to anyone across Canada!
 
Thank you to our wonderful volunteer, John, who will be hosting the meeting.
 
To register, please click here. 
 
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
 
Upcoming Support Group Meetings 
 

 
 
DRMF Canada is proud to connect patients with support groups around the country. Click here to find a support group in your area.
 
 

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