There are federal financial assistance programs available throughout Canada. Please keep in mind that not everyone is 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 the person receives other […]
Filing income taxes can be confusing, particularly when trying to figure out deductions, credits, and expenses after a brain injury in your household. Here is a brief overview of tax information and resources from the Government of Canada that can help you during tax season. How to complete and pay your taxes You can fill […]
Opioid overdoses can have catastrophic results, including brain injury. Brain injuries present new challenges and changes that can be difficult to cope with, particularly if the survivor is also trying to cope with substance use. It takes a long time to figure out the extent of the changes they have experienced and establish a continuing […]
Brain injury can have a profound impact on how you feel (emotions) and act (behaviour). It helps to understand how your behaviours may have changed and how to manage those changes. Topics in this section include: Aggression Anger Frustration Anxiety Denial Depression Disinhibition Grief Lack of initiation Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Self-image loss Sexually inappropriate […]
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 […]
It is estimated that approximately one in five Canadians aged 15 years and older experience substance use in their lifetime [1]. Substances include: Alcohol Opioids and other prescription drugs Tobacco Cannabis Methamphetamines Cocaine Heroin Ecstasy Problematic substance use is when any substances are used in a manner, frequency, situation, or amount that is harmful to […]
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