Time to Talk Traumatic Brain injury is podcast dedicated to traumatic brain injury (TBI) survivors doing their best to live a healthy and productive life post injury. Created by survivors
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A two-part video series where Dr. Jennifer Yao talks about Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) – what it means and what the resulting impacts are.
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A brain injury guide for parents, coaches, educators and those that work with youth which goes over types of brain injuries and post brain injury.
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User Group: - Brain Injury Survivor
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People with acquired brain injury (ABI) may experience concurrent conditions such as, mental health and substance use concerns, that require specialized care. There are services that aim to support people
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Provides horseback riding opportunities for people with disabilities. Each new rider is required to have a referral from their medical doctor. VTEA’s Consulting Physiotherapist does an initial assessment and creates
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Provides equipment which enables people with disabilities to become involved in making music and performing. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH). Note: The address provided is that of their
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Ski and snowboard programs are offered for persons with disability at Grouse, Seymour & Cypress Mountains. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).
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Monthly support group for brain injury survivors. Meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month (except August). This group operates on a hybrid schedule. The second Wed of the
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MyGuide: Concussion is a customizable guide for adults with concussion, or those wanting to learn about adult concussion. It should not be used to self-diagnose, replace medical advice, or for
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User Group: - Brain Injury Survivor
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The Vancouver Island Society for Adaptive Snowsports is a non-profit charitable society focused on providing nationally certified snowsports instruction to the physically or mentally challenged. They are based in Courtenay,
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Vancouver Ocean Sports is a not-for-profit society started for the sole purpose of providing an inclusive paddling venue for people with all levels of ability and skill. They are a
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Offers a wide range of adapted programs and facilities for people with disabilities, both social and physical. Adapted equipment available includes: aquatic pool lifts, aquatic wheelchairs, ice sledges, golf express
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The following activities are offered: Physical exercises Communication & memory exercises Social interaction and recreation Support from fellow stroke survivors Caregiver support Stroke education Help finding other health and community
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User Group: - Brain Injury Survivor
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Home and community care services provide a range of health care and support services to people who have acute, chronic, palliative or rehabilitative health care needs. You may need these
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The TIDES Rural/Remote Rehab Team is based out of Sechelt Hospital, but provides service to residents across Vancouver Coastal Health’s rural and remote communities Sunshine Coast Powell River Sea-to-Sky Corridor
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The Adolescent Complex Concussion Clinic (ACCC) is a multi-disciplinary team specializing in treating school-aged adolescent who are slow to recover from a concussion. Referrals are screened and the adolescent is
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This is an opportunity for survivors, families and friends of people with a stroke or brain injury to learn about some of the services and programs available in their communities.
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User Group: - Brain Injury Survivor
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The CRRT provides clinical consultation, rehabilitation and specialized support to adults with complex disabilities who live in Vancouver Coastal Health region. Clients seen by the team require community-based rehabilitation and/or
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The Sexual Health Rehabilitation Service can help people with a disability and/or their partners, in the sexual/relationship area of their life. In a private appointment, you can ask questions, get
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User Group: - Brain Injury Survivor
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This is a chance for survivors, families and friends, students and new staff to learn about how the brain works, brain injury, stroke and recovery. We also talk about life
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User Group: - Brain Injury Survivor
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