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.

Brain Injury Association of the Ottawa Valley

The BIAOV is a The Brain Injury Association of the Ottawa Valley is a non-profit organization that helps acquired brain injury survivors reconnect with their environment.  The Mission is to offer education, information, hope and support to persons with brain injury, their family members, friends, caregivers and professionals in the Ottawa Valley region.

Dale Brain Injury Services

At Dale Brain Injury Services we provide a continuum of high quality, client-centered services to persons affected by an acquired brain injury. By providing services that are accessible, evidence-based and responsive to the changing needs of our clients, our community, and our partners, DBIS supports individuals to maximize their strengths and live healthy, meaningful lives.

Also serving the counties of Elgin, Oxford, Middlesex, Grey, Bruce, Huron, & Perth

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.

Pivot Point Family Growth Centre Inc.

Pivot Point is a social service agency for children and adults with autism and diverse abilities throughout BC. Simply put, we are passionate about creating positive change!

  • We support behavioural, emotional, psychological, and educational needs
  • We are committed to supporting your whole family
  • We are innovative and uncommonly accountable
  • We are one of the largest autism therapy centres for children and adults in BC
  • We tailor all services to the unique needs of each family
  • We are a top tier accredited service agency

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.

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.