Self-advocacy is the ability to speak up for yourself and represent your views, interests and needs. This includes brain injury supports and services. Self-advocacy is an important part of making sure you have the resources to meet your needs and are not discriminated against. Although brain injury associations and other groups advocate at the municipal, […]
Every brain injury is different and will require its own treatment plan and timeline. It’s important the person with a brain injury works with medical professionals, including physiotherapists and occupational therapists to address mobility issues and create a rehabilitation plan. This plan may include your involvement as a caregiver. Topics in this section include: How […]
Being homeless is defined as “the situation of an individual or family without stable, safe, permanent, appropriate housing, or the immediate prospect, means and ability of acquiring it. It is the result of systemic or societal barriers, a lack of affordable and appropriate housing, the individual/household’s financial, mental, cognitive, behavioural or physical challenges, and/or racism […]
One of the most frustrating aspects of living with the effects of brain injury is trying to get other people to understand how you are feeling and how much you are impacted by cognitive, physical, emotional and behavioural effects. Your friends and families may not be familiar with brain injury in any way. Therefore, they […]
Below are frequently asked questions about Canada’s federal elections, including information for before you vote, when you vote, and after you vote. Before you vote Who can vote? To vote in a federal election, you must: Be a Canadian citizen Be at least 18 years old on election day Prove your identity and address Why […]
Physical distancing means we’re all spending a lot more time at home. Many of us are missing those person-to-person connections. It’s easy to feel lonely. But there are plenty of ways you can stay connected with your family and friends while physical distancing. 1. Social media Social media is one of the most popular ways […]
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