In Canada, some people are eligible for what is called the disability tax credit (DTC). This is a non-refundable tax credit for people with disabilities (or caregivers supporting someone with a disability) that reduces how much income tax they have to pay every year . Important: You need your application and any health information […]
[…] the appointment. For more information about accessibility, consult with your health authority. How do I help someone book their vaccine or provide consent if I am their caregiver? In order to provide consent on behalf of someone else, you need to be legally recognized as their proxy. Some health authorities, such as Ottawa Public […]
[…] the appointment. For more information about accessibility, consult with your health authority. How do I help someone book their vaccine or provide consent if I am their caregiver? In order to provide consent on behalf of someone else, you need to be legally recognized as their proxy. Some health authorities, such as Ottawa Public […]
[…] create a goal-oriented rehabilitation plan. Topics in this section include: How the brain perceives the environment and controls mobility Effects on mobility after brain injury Assistance from caregivers Physical rehabilitation Tips for improving mobility Mobility aids How the brain perceives the environment & controls mobility Our brain controls our ability to move, our physical […]
[…] connecting with others is a powerful way of coping with grief. Open up about your feelings to a trusted friend or family member (or a professional health care provider if appropriate). By talking about how you feel deep down, you may be able to connect with others who can relate and empathize with you. […]
[…] be the word you would use to describe new routines or realities. We are using the term ‘new normal’ because it is widely used by healthcare professionals, caregivers, and individuals living with brain injury. Factors impacting the new normal Recovery is different for everyone – that’s also something that doesn’t have a sense of […]
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