Rehabilitation Disability Support, Residential, and Community Service.
Service: Personal support services
Stroke Recovery Association of Manitoba
Each and every recovery journey is different. At the Stroke Recovery Association we provide programs, resources and support groups to help you find your way – and find what works for YOU. Our support groups are run by fellow stroke survivors which allows for a supportive, encouraging environment where survivors feel heard and understood. We offer programs throughout the week both in person and virtually, that offer physical, creative and social benefits. Our friendly and knowledgeable office staff are available to take your calls and emails with any questions you might have about our programs or any other stroke resources in the province.
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
Easter Seals Canada
The Access 2 card is for people of all ages and types of permanent disabilities who require the assistance of a support person at hundreds of participating entertainment, cultural and recreational venues across Canada. The Access 2 cardholder (the individual with a permanent disability) presents the Access 2 card to a venue. The Access 2 cardholder pays regular admission price and their support person receives 1 FREE or discounted admission.
Victoria Brain Injury Society
The Victoria Brain Injury Society’s mission is to support, educate, and advocate for adults with acquired brain injuries and their families; and to increase community awareness about acquired brain injuries.
