Nutrition program for our clients, families, and caregivers

by 22q Administrator

To our valued 22q clients, families and caregivers:

We’re back this year with more online group programs about different food and nutrition topics. Please note, unfortunately these are only available to residents of Ontario. Here is a list of the topics and dates:

Meal Planning Support Group (for individuals with 22q only):

This group program is about meal planning; meeting virtually each week to learn a new tip and working together to set a meal planning goal for the following week. There will also be follow-up meetings after the first month, to help participants stay motivated. Only 7 spots available.

Dates and Times:

  • Wednesday, April 16th, 2025 from 7 pm to 7:45 pm
  • Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025 from 7 pm to 7:45 pm
  • Wednesday, April 30th, 2025 from 7 pm to 7:45 pm
  • Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 from 7 pm to 7:45 pm
  • Wednesday, June 4th, 2025 from 7 pm to 7:45 pm
  • Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 from 7 pm to 7:45 pm
  • Wednesday, August 6th, 2025 from 7 pm to 7:45 pm

All About Mindful Eating:

This online program is about mindful eating: how it can help manage appetite and cravings, and what practices can be used to eat mindfully.

Dates and Times:

  • Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 from 7 pm to 7:45 pm
  • Thursday, April 3rd, 2025 from 2:30 pm to 3:15 pm

All About Iron and Vitamin B12:

This online program is about low iron and vitamin B12: what does it mean to have low iron and vitamin B12 for people with 22q and how to raise these levels through healthy foods and supplements.

Dates and Times:

  • Wednesday, November 19th, 2025 from 7 pm to 7:45 pm
  • Thursday, November 27th, 2025 from 2:30 pm to 3:15 pm

All About Healthy Weight in 22q:

This online program is about healthy weight. Understand weight, how it changes for people with 22q, how to lead a healthy lifestyle and have a positive outlook about your weight.

Dates and Times:

  • Thursday, June 19th, 2025 from 2:30 pm to 3:15 pm
  • Wednesday, June 25th, 2025 from 7 pm to 7:45 pm

How to Make a Healthy Snack:

In this online program we will prepare a simple, no-cook healthy snack together. You’ll receive a short ingredients list beforehand, so you can buy the ingredients and participate right at home!

Dates and Times:

  • Wednesday, May 28th from 7 pm to 7:45 pm
  • Wednesday, September 17th from 7 pm to 7:45 pm

Mindful Eating Monthly:

In this online workshop we will learn what mindful eating is and practice strategies for mindful eating. Each month we will try out different ones.

Dates and Times:

  • Thursday, April 24th from 7 pm to 7:45 pm
  • Thursday, May 22nd from 7 pm to 7:45 pm
  • Thursday, June 19th from 7 pm to 7:45 pm
  • Thursday, September 25th from 7 pm to 7:45 pm
  • Thursday, October 23rd from 7 pm to 7:45 pm
  • Thursday, November 13th from 7 pm to 7:45 pm

To register: please email 22q@uhn.ca with your name, the name of the workshop you’d like to register for and the date/time you choose. Reminder emails with the Microsoft Teams link will be sent out 1 week before the start of each program.

Send an email to 22q@uhn.ca if you have any questions. Looking forward to a great year of programs!