The following activities are offered at the Burnaby South Branch: Communication group (led by SLP from Burnaby Hospital) Exercise group (led by coordinator or volunteer) Lunch (bring or buy), socialization, and activities Branch programs are for stroke survivors living in the community and their caregivers. Stroke survivors must be capable Read more [...]

The Campbell River Head Injury Support Society has a mixture of programming available, which varies from month to month. They provide support and advocacy to members and their families, but also have regular courses running as well. A fully accessible vegetable and fruit garden serves as a food source, a Read more [...]

The CAOT is the national organization that supports the more than 16,000 occupational therapists (OTs) who work or study in Canada. OTs improve the health and well-being of Canadians by creating client-centered solutions that help them participate more fully in activities that are important to their everyday lives. CAOT provides Read more [...]

MedicAlert is the leading provider of medical information services that are linked to customized medical bracelets and necklaces. The service will alert others about a specific medical condition if an individual is in need of assistance and unable to communicate. Note: This is a service that is available across Canada. Read more [...]

The Cheshire Homes Society of British Columbia strives to support individuals with acquired brain injuries to achieve their optimal level of independence through innovative services, education and community integration. Located in: Fraser Health Authority.

The Chilliwack Resource Centre provides information on: free services in the community government agency information community resources and services education office training health information social events Located in: Fraser Health Authority.  

The following activities are offered at the Chilliwack Branch: Community conversation group / cognitive games Adapted exercise / neuro movement Community news 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 Read more [...]

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 info. Location:  Chinese Christian Mission Centre in the Crystal Mall, Burnaby, BC. Contact: Terries Chow – tel. 604-877-8606. Located in: Fraser Read more [...]

Chuck Jung Associates is pleased to offer Pro Bono/No Cost  Counselling for individuals with TBI and their family members.

CAN works to support full inclusion within communities through education, promotion, and advocacy. Through its website CAN strives to improve access to information for people with disabilities and those within their support systems. Visit the website for information regarding the membership form and fee. Note: This is a service that Read more [...]

The City of Burnaby offers many activities that suit a wide range of individual interests and lifestyle, including adapted programs for people with developmental and/or physical disabilities. Located in: Fraser Health Authority.

Burnaby Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services believe that all people should have a reasonable opportunity to take part in recreation activities of their choice. They offer a variety of adapted/accessible recreation or leisure-related programs, activities, and events. There are 2 components to their adapted recreation & leisure approach: Recreation Access Read more [...]

The City of New Westminster issues an Active Living Guide that outlines all New Westminster Parks, Culture, and Recreation (NWPCR) programs and services. Located in: Fraser Health Authority.

Richmond Parks & Recreation endeavours to ensure that programs and services are responsive to the diverse and changing needs within the community, and works to remove or minimize barriers to access. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).

Cogni Care develops and delivers personalized rehabilitation and support services to people experiencing cognitive change. Their approach is goal driven and outcome focused; they tailor services to maximize rehabilitation potential, promote independence, support aging in place and facilitate community integration. Cogni Care provides services to people of all ages who Read more [...]

The physician directory allows individuals to verify whether a physician is currently registered and licensed with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC, and provides information on a physician’s credentials and scope of practice. The data contained in the physician directory is dynamic, pushed in real time from the Read more [...]

Communitas approaches every person they support with a spirit of caring and inclusion. Services include: residential options, community support options, employment training programs and respite options. Drop-in Centres provide social, community and recreation opportunities in a safe, supportive environment for individuals with an acquired brain injury. Communitas is part of Read more [...]

Communitas approaches every person they support with a spirit of caring and inclusion. Services include: residential options, community support options, employment training programs and respite options. Drop-in Centres provide social, community and recreation opportunities in a safe, supportive environment for individuals with an acquired brain injury. Located in: Island Health Read more [...]

Communitas approaches every person they support with a spirit of caring and inclusion. Services include: residential options, community support options, employment training programs and respite options. Drop-in Centres provide social, community and recreation opportunities in a safe, supportive environment for individuals with an acquired brain injury. Located in: Interior Health Read more [...]

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 line Transition planning This is a provincially funded program. Only those without third party funding are eligible for these services. Read more [...]