Find environments that work for you Your friends and family want to spend time with you – but they may need some help figuring out what social activities you’ll enjoy the most. When you find an environment or activity where you feel comfortable, make sure to write it down. Use this list of places to […]
There are lots of things you can do to support your loved one’s mental health. Set attainable goals Recovery takes time, and one of the quickest ways to create stress for both of you is expecting too much after a brain injury. Helping your loved one focus on setting attainable goals for their recovery, assisted […]
There are federal financial assistance programs available throughout Canada. Please keep in mind that you may not be eligible for every program. Topics in this section include: Disability Tax Credit Employment Insurance (EI) sickness benefits Canada Pension Plan (CPP) disability benefit Disability benefits for veterans Disability Tax Credit (DTC) Please note: if you receive other […]
A brain tumour is an abnormal growth of cells within or around the structure of the brain. They can impact all areas of the brain and change how a person thinks, feels, and reacts. There are over 120 types of brain tumours, ranging from non-malignant (non-cancerous) to malignant (harmful or cancerous). In some cases, brain […]
A cerebral edema (also known as increased intracranial pressure or ICP) is when brain tissue swells. This happens when there’s injury, an infection, after a stroke or because of a lack of oxygen (also called ischemia). When the brain swells, water collects in the tissues and pushes against the skull. This is an inflammatory response, […]
After a brain injury, things may never go back to the way they were. It will take some time to cope with that fact and adjust to what many people call the ‘new normal’. The new normal may include your routines and abilities. The term ‘new normal’ may not be the one you want to […]
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