In 2006, Michael Coss was on cloud nine as a new father to twins when he was involved in a rollover accident on the Coquihalla Highway in British Columbia,
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The Abilitas Foundation is a charitable foundation, based in Abbotsford. Abilitas’ vision is to create an accessible place for people living with disabilities, their families and caregivers. The foundation opened
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In this 6-part series, Dr. Jennifer Yao describes the outcomes and recovery process of acquired brain injury.
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This article by Matthew Bonn explores the growing connection between the overdose crisis and traumatic brain injury (TBI), highlighting how repeated overdoses can lead to anoxic brain injuries. It emphasizes
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Wherever you are in BC, BCACC can help you connect to a professional counsellor to provide responsive, accountable and ethical counselling. Note: This is a service that is available across
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User Group: - Brain Injury Survivor
- Caregiver
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An annual pass for public transit systems is available through this bus pass program. Applicants must apply yearly. It is available to seniors and individuals with disabilities who are already
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The BC Centre for Ability provides community-based services that enhance the quality of life for children, youth and adults with disabilities and their families in ways that facilitate and build
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User Group: - Brain Injury Survivor
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BC Injury, Research and Prevention Unit’s (BCIRPU) mission is to reduce the burden of injury in BC through research, surveillance, education, knowledge transfer and public education.
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This brain injury guide is to help you understand the effects of brain injury — including what it is, the symptoms, concussion management & recovery, and more. DOWNLOAD THE GUIDE
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User Group: - Brain Injury Survivor
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If you or someone you know is living with a disability in B.C., there are programs and services available that get funding of more than $5 billion each year. They
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User Group: - Brain Injury Survivor
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Brain injury support group that meets twice per month (second and fourth Saturday of the month) at 10:30 am. For Chinese speaking survivors and their families. Please call for more
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This program provides funding and coordination of short-term, community-based rehab and support services for children and youth with an acquired brain injury. Services include: Acute rehab services Service coordination Toll-free
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User Group: - Brain Injury Survivor
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CONNECT’s mission is to “Make Lives Better.” They achieve this by providing complex and specialized services for people living with brain injury and stroke in a nurturing and innovative community
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CONNECT’s mission is to “Make Lives Better.” They achieve this by providing complex and specialized services for people living with brain injury and stroke in a nurturing and innovative community
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User Group: - Brain Injury Survivor
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CONNECT’s mission is to “Make Lives Better.” They achieve this by providing complex and specialized services for people living with brain injury and stroke in a nurturing and innovative community
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User Group: - Brain Injury Survivor
- Caregiver
The mission of the DABC is to support people, with all disabilities, to live with dignity, independence and as equal and full participants in the community. They champion issues impacting
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User Group: - Brain Injury Survivor
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Disability Credit Canada mission is to help disabled Canadians qualify for Disability Tax Credit & CPP Disability Benefits and then maximize their tax refunds & credits. We’ve worked with thousands
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User Group: - Brain Injury Survivor
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The disability tax credit (DTC) is a non-refundable tax credit that helps persons with disabilities or their supporting persons reduce the amount of income tax they may have to pay.
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User Group: - Brain Injury Survivor
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Offers many practical suggestions, resources and supports. A series of family caregiving videos is also available for viewing. Toll-Free: 1-877-520-3267 Located in: Island Health Authority. Services are available to individuals
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A disabled BC resident who has an approved Application for an Angling Fee Reduction can buy an annual freshwater fishing license for $1.00. There is no reduced fee for Conservation
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