Several groups and organizations in Canada release guidelines and reports on brain injury that work to inform changes in treatment and policy. Please note we have only included evidence-based guidelines and reports. This list will be updated as necessary and is meant to be a starting point comprised of the most commonly referenced resources. Brain […]
Social distancing is incredibly important as Canadians try to limit the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. But that does mean we’ll all be spending a lot of time at home. It’s easy to get bored and feel lonely. To combat boredom and keep yourself entertained and happy, check out this list of ideas and activities […]
The person will need to work with medical specialists to determine what is causing their vision problems, whether they are permanent, and what tools or treatments will help the most. There are actions the person with vision problems can take to cope with the changes they are experiencing. They can: Practice turning their head and […]
After a brain injury, managing finances is important. While there is public health coverage and insurance, the person with the injury will still be facing new and most likely unexpected financial challenges such as loss of income (if they are not able to work), rehabilitation costs, adaptive equipment expenses, and possibly long-term care costs. This […]
After your brain injury, managing your finances is important. While there is public health coverage and insurance, you will still be facing new and most likely unexpected financial challenges such as loss of income (if you are not able to work), rehabilitation costs, adaptive equipment expenses, and possibly long-term care costs. This is all going […]
Having a brain injury almost always results in an interruption of work, whether it is a temporary disruption or a permanent one. This can cause financial challenges, particularly if the person was the primary source of income for their household. Financial hardship can make an already difficult time even more stressful. Accessing financial assistance after […]