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–  COVID19 Impact Update –

During these trying and unprecedented times, the BCBIA will attempt, as best as possible, to maintain its strong presence and voice for the brain injury community in BC. With the ability to use Brainstreams.ca as our platform we are able to communicate relevant and up to date issues in regard to brain injury. We will attempt to respond in a timely manner to all questions and enquiries made to Brainstreams.ca.

For information in regards to COVID19 please contact:
Public Health Agency of Canada: 1-833-784-4397
HealthLinkBC (8-1-1) at any time or speak with your BC health care provider.
BCCDC’s website: http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19

Between the Lines: Stories of Brain Injury Survivors

We hope you are enjoying the journey of Tony Mok, family man and stroke survivor.

In the sixth and final installment of Between the Lines, Tony wants to share one last piece of advice for brain injury survivors: lean into what you love.

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If you would like to begin with the first segment, click here.

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Part Six

Between the Lines: Stories of Brain Injury Survivors

We hope you are enjoying the journey of Tony Mok, family man and stroke survivor.

In the fifth installment of Between the Lines, Tony Mok shares his experiences with mindfulness, and we explore how this practice can help all brain injury survivors.

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If you would like to begin with the first segment, click here.

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Part Five

COVID19 Impact Update, Resources & Info

During these challenging times, the BCBIA will attempt, as best as possible, to maintain its strong presence and voice for the brain injury community in BC. To help the brain injury community navigate these unprecedented times we have created an information page with links to various provincial and national resources. Visit this page to learn more about the support resources available and to find more information about current best health and safety practices during the pandemic.

Read news articles about the evolving knowledge of the impacts of COVID19 on brain health. Learn about how people affected by brain injury are coping during these uncertain times.

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Featured Resources and Learning

Research Study: The Experiences of Self-Identity, Self-Awareness, and Occupational Engagement in Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury

Are you interested in sharing your experiences of life after traumatic brain injury? If so, your involvement includes completing five questionnaires and an intereview. A $30 cash honorarium is available for your time. Check out our blog for more information.

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The Compassionate Voice

The Compassionate Voice is written from the perspective of Helena, a spouse whose husband lives with an acquired brain injury. Her intention is to build greater awareness and conversation around everyday kindness and compassion through her blog. Helena’s experience showed her that to create the change she wanted to see she must first begin with herself.

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Counselling Therapy

Counselling therapy is an important service for individuals and families to access following a significant event or life change and/or when they may want assistance to work through issues, or to look after their mental wellbeing. We have included information on where to find a counsellor and what questions to consider when meeting a counsellor for the first time.

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Upcoming Events

Aerobic Exercise to Improve Brain Health for Concussion Webinar

April 22 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Canadian Concussion Centre Webinar Series

April 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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One event on March 30, 2021 at 6:00 pm

One event on May 13, 2021 at 6:00 pm

One event on April 27, 2021 at 6:00 pm

One event on May 11, 2021 at 6:00 pm

One event on May 25, 2021 at 6:00 pm

One event on June 8, 2021 at 6:00 pm

One event on June 22, 2021 at 6:00 pm

About Brainstreams

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