A national strategy on brain injury

Read Bill C-206 Brain Injury Canada, along with partner organizations and individuals in the brain injury community, continue to advocate for a national strategy. Brain injury is a significant public health issue in Canada, affecting millions of individuals and families. Despite its prevalence, brain injury remains underfunded, underserved, and frequently misunderstood. By establishing a comprehensive […]

Tips for coping with hearing loss

Avoid noisy environments If you have some hearing, avoiding noisy environments can make it easier for you to hear and understand conversation. The more background noise there is, the harder it is for your auditory systems to filter out what’s important, making it harder for you to communicate. Hearing aids Some hearing loss is permanent, […]

Grief

Grief is a strong emotion, one that is common after a brain injury. So much has changed, and there is a sense of loss that is completely normal to feel. You may feel grief over: The loss of who you used to be Changes in your independence A loss of control Relationship changes The impact […]

Tips for helping survivors coping with hearing loss

If your friend or family member is coping with hearing loss, there are some actions you can take to assist them with the changes they are experiencing. Avoid noisy environments Avoiding noisy environments can make it easier for the person to hear and understand conversation without background noises making it difficult to distinguish important sounds. […]

Changing behaviours & Communication patterns

Along with your recovery, you may also be experiencing some changes to your behaviours, including day-to-day routines, and communication patterns.  These changes can be confusing to you and others, and you may wonder how they might impact your plans to return to work.   Your medical care team is in the best position to discuss your […]

Professionals

Brain injury and brain injury recovery are complex. Individuals require a multidisciplinary health care team that understands the far-reaching impacts of brain injury and a patient/client focused approach. This section is designed for health care providers and includes information on the latest guidelines and research, self-care, skill development and professional education. Please note: this area […]