The following activities are offered at the Abbotsford Branch: Community conversation group / cognitive games Community news Adapted exercise Recovery activities/ guest speakers/ special interest topics Branch programs are for stroke survivors living in the community and their caregivers. Stroke survivors must be capable of participating meaningfully in the program. Read more [...]

ABI Wellness offers a transformative, evidence-based licensing solution for patients with chronic brain injury to improve higher order cognitive functioning. ABI Wellness partners with health systems and independent clinics to deliver an integrated, four-pillar program that is designed specifically for patients during the post-acute stage of recovery – or after Read more [...]

The Abilitas Foundation is a charitable foundation, based in Abbotsford. Abilitas’ vision is to create an accessible place for people living with disabilities. With the support of donors, volunteers, and its dedicated board and building committee, they have achieved this goal with the Cold Water Ranch Lodge in Merritt, BC. Read more [...]

Abilities Neurological Rehabilitation is an ABI Wellness Partner, a program that licenses a unique and interdisciplinary four-pillar program that focuses on changing the brain to improve higher order cognitive and related behavioural functions during the post-acute phase of recovery. There are four Locations in the Fraser Health Authority: Abbotsford, Surrey, Read more [...]

Abilities Neurological Rehabilitation is an ABI Wellness Partner, a program that licenses a unique and interdisciplinary four-pillar program that focuses on changing the brain to improve higher order cognitive and related behavioural functions during the post-acute phase of recovery. There are four Locations in the Fraser Health Authority: Abbotsford, Surrey, Read more [...]

Abilities Neurological Rehabilitation is an ABI Wellness Partner, a program that licenses a unique and interdisciplinary four-pillar program that focuses on changing the brain to improve higher order cognitive and related behavioural functions during the post-acute phase of recovery. There are four Locations in the Fraser Health Authority: Abbotsford, Surrey, Read more [...]

Abilities Neurological Rehabilitation is an ABI Wellness Partner, a program that licenses a unique and interdisciplinary four-pillar program that focuses on changing the brain to improve higher order cognitive and related behavioural functions during the post-acute phase of recovery. There are four Locations in the Fraser Health Authority: Abbotsford, Surrey, Read more [...]

Understanding the intersection of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and brain injury. This site provides information and resources on IPV/BI. The toolkit is meant for educational purposes only. The information within it should not be used to diagnose or treat brain injury in your clients.

The Access 2 Entertainment program seeks to offer more opportunities for people with disabilities to participate in recreational activities with an attendant, without added financial burden. The Access 2 Card, accepted at entertainment venues across Canada, provides persons with a disability a personalized card printed with their name and the Read more [...]

Northern Health’s ABI program provides assessment, consultation, case management, life skill service, individual and family support and education for adults with an acquired brain injury. Provides services for the Northern Interior and provides consultation to service contractors. North West and North East services provided through contracted agencies. Provides case management through Read more [...]

Interior Health ABI Services help adults living in the community who are 19 to 64 years old and have a documented brain injury, as per the World Health Organization’s definition: “Damage to the brain, which occurs after birth and is not related to a congenital or a degenerative disease”. ABI Read more [...]

Fraser Health’s Acquired Brain Injury and Concussion Services provides education and support to persons with a mild-severe brain injury. Located in: Fraser Health Authority. Lisa speaks about the integral role Fraser Health’s Concussion Clinic played in her recovery from a series of concussions. Steve, a stroke survivor, shares his experience Read more [...]

The Vancouver Parks Board offers many adapted and integrated recreational activities for children, youth, adults, and seniors with disabilities. Special equipment includes aquatic lifts, wheelchairs, and beach entries at pools, beach wheelchairs at selected beaches, and ice sleds at rinks. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).

Adaptive Sports at Sun Peaks is a non-profit organization whose focus is to provide opportunities for people with a wide range of disabilities to participate in adaptive snow sports and recreation programs at Sun Peaks Resort. Located in: Interior Health Authority.

ACC is dedicated to positive change through the advancement of concussion care; to evidence-based rehabilitation and the most complete recoveries without unnecessary loss of life. Concussion is a treatable injury and we are committed to providing and improving the standard of care in B.C., in B.C. medical and rehabilitation institutions, Read more [...]

All Bodies Dance Project offers classes for anyone interested in movement as a means of creative expression. They focus on dance improvisation as a way for participants to explore and discover their own unique ways of moving and making choices. These sessions are an entry point for anyone new to Read more [...]

Aquatic exercises and rehab should be accessible for all. We develop and implement accessible aquatic exercise opportunities for individuals of all abilities and ages.

Facilitates a drop-in art studio for people with disabilities. All levels welcome. Our membership ranges from seasoned professional artists to hobbyists picking up a brush for the first time. Located in: Fraser Health Authority.

The ASK Friendship Society, operating out of Arbutus, Shaughnessy, and Kerrisdale, provides recreational, social, and therapeutic opportunities for seniors with chronic health conditions. The goal of ASK is to help elders in the community remain happy and healthy while living in their own homes for as long as possible. Specialized Read more [...]

Assistive Technology BC (ATBC) provides assistive technology resources to make learning and working environments usable for people with disabilities throughout British Columbia. Note: This is a service that is available across BC. The address provided here is the mailing address of head office and has been used only for general Read more [...]