If you’re in an emergency, you should always call 9-1-1. For crisis centres and supports in your area, refer to the list below. Canada Canada Suicide Prevention Services is a national crisis and suicide line offering live call and text support. Toll-free, 24 hours a day: (1-833) 456-4566 or Text 45645 from 4 pm – […]
[…] our NEW interactive service directory, designed for the brain injury community. New services, organizations and associations are being added regularly, so check back often for more resources. Visit braininjurycanadaconnect.ca Brain Injury Canada is a national charitable organization focused on education, awareness, and advocacy for the brain injury community. This resource site has been […]
[…] This may not be the case at first. While your loved one is in the hospital or when they first come home, people are dropping by to visit; food is being dropped off at home; and people are calling and texting for updates. As time goes by, this often changes. You may realize your […]
[…] what your stressors are, you’ll need to come up with different ways to handle it. One example: if you get stressed because you can’t remember what house cleaning needs to be done, a checklist can help manage that stress. Visit support groups Many communities have local brain injury associations or support groups with activities […]
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[…] qualify for a disability benefit, you will be eligible for the VAC treatment benefit. The treatment benefit is a program that provides you with a VAC healthcare card which provides coverage for healthcare services such as hospitals, appointments with specialists (i.e. rehabilitation professionals, medical specialists and mental health providers), medical equipment, prosthetics and prescriptions […]