Caregiver Support is a free and confidential phone consultation, information and referral service for the caregivers, as well as friends and family, practitioners and health care professionals.
Cost Type: Free
Brain Care Centre (BCC)
BCC is a not-for-profit organization that offers programs and services to adults (18+) impacted by acquired brain injury so they may overcome limitations, reconnect, and thrive in the community.
Brain Injury Association of London and Region
The Brain Injury Association of London and Region (BIALR) is committed to empowering and maximizing the quality of life for individuals living with the effects of an acquired brain injury and their families and caregivers, through support, social activities, community and peer opportunities, advocacy, and information. We are committed to education, raising awareness, and the prevention of brain injury in our community.
Community Head Injury Resource
CHIRS exists to improve the quality of life for persons living with the effects of acquired brain injury and to be leading-edge in the provision of evidence-based community and client-centred services in the field of Acquired Brian Injury. CHIRS, formerly known as Ashby House, started in 1978 as the first community-based brain injury rehabilitation program in North America. From its origins as a transitional group home, CHIRS has evolved into a multi-service agency that provides a broad range of supports to those with diverse and complex needs. Residential services offer supported living opportunities ranging from 24-hour supervision to supported independent living. Ashby Community Support Services (ACSS) provides case management and cognitive behavioural supports to those living in the community. A broad range of clinical programs and groups are offered in person and remotely. Through CHIRS Adult Day Services, which is comprised of an adult day program (CHIRS Club) and community programs, CHIRS is provides productive and meaningful activities for all participants throughout the community and at our drop-in centre. CHIRS has become a leading provider of services for complex individuals with behavioural, addictions, and mental health issues in addition to having a brain injury.
Vista Centre Brain Injury Services
Due to the life altering effects of a brain injury, VCBIS has made a commitment to ensuring that the delivery of services is based primarily upon the unique and individual needs of each person. Long term support programs are often necessary and are provided as long as there is potential for goal achievement.
Traverse Independence
Traverse Independence supports individuals over the age of 16 who have sustained an acquired brain injuries (ABI) and/or who have physical disabilities. Our programs are dedicated to maximizing our clients’ abilities to live independently and to support them on their journey of growth. Most of our services are free and funded by the Ministry of Health. Our ABI programs include:
- Transitional Living Program, which supports individuals to gain the skills of independent living. This program provides access to 24/7 supervision and support, in apartments in Kitchener and Fergus ON
- A shared living Group Home in Kitchener for six individuals
- A Day Program in Kitchener to connect and empower adults who have an ABI in a supportive, social environment
- Outreach services in your home or place of residence in Waterloo Region and Wellington County
- Shared Affordable Housing for people with an ABI located in Waterloo
- Intensive Case Coordination for clients with significant and complex barriers, access to clinical and behavioural supports
- ABI training to professionals in the not-for-profit sector
- ABI In the Streets Outreach Program. This program provides support to individuals who are currently experiencing homelessness, or unstable housing
- A free caregiver support program under the supervision of a clinical psychologist
Concussion Awareness Training Tool
The Concussion Awareness Training Tool (CATT) is a series of online educational modules and resources addressing concussion recognition, diagnosis, treatment, and management. Good concussion management may decrease the risk of brain damage and potentially reduce long-term health issues.
Peter’s Place
We are committed to empowering individuals in our programs to attain their highest level of independence and quality of life. By providing a wide range of support services, the program ensures successful community living within the least restrictive environment possible. Our sole focus is rehabilitation of the brain injured individual. All programs and activities are designed with participant input.
SaskAbilities- Partners in Employment
ABI Supported Employment Program offers individuals who have a moderate to severe brain injury the supports to develop a realistic employment plan, enhance skills to prepare for, obtain and maintain employment.
Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
Brain tumours are unpredictable and complex. They can affect vision, hearing, memory, balance, and mobility. Their effects are physical, emotional, financial, and last a lifetime. Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada is the only national charity offering information and support to patients affected by any kind of brain tumour – be it cancerous, non-malignant or metastases. The organization funds ground-breaking research across North America and, since 1982, has dedicated over $8.2 million to finding a cure and improving treatment for brain tumour survivors. We also provide vital programs and services for the brain tumour community, including: Support Groups; resources like patient and caregiver Brain Tumour Handbooks, a children’s storybook and Information Sheets; and educational events like our free webinar series. Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada is funded solely through generous contributions from individuals, corporations, organizations, employee groups and special events.
