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 [...]

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.  

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 provide psychological treatments and independent medical assessments.

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.

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 serves Chilliwack and 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 [...]

Community Therapists provides community based rehabilitation services to individuals and organizations. Our services enable people to function more fully in their communities including home, school and work. Our acquired brain injury (ABI) rehabilitation services are aimed at assisting clients who have experienced a traumatic brain injury or stroke and have Read more [...]

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 environment. Through their Life Redesign Model, they empower residents by applying their knowledge and experience to coach, challenge and motivate Read more [...]

Curl BC is dedicated to the promotion and development of curling in BC and to the coordination of curling activities on behalf of the member clubs. Most curling clubs offers adaptive stick curling for those who cannot bend down and wheelchair curling for those in wheelchairs. Wheelchair curling clinics for Read more [...]

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 the lives of people with disabilities through direct services, community partnerships, advocacy, research and publications. Toll Free: 1-800-663-1278 local: 604-872-1278 Read more [...]

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. Being eligible for the DTC can open the door to other federal, provincial, or territorial programs such as the registered Read more [...]

The philosophy of assisted living is to provide housing with supports that enables residents to maintain an optimal level of independence. Services are responsive to resident’s preferences, needs and values, which promotes maximum dignity and individuality while maintaining their independence. Assisted living provides housing and support services within a home-like Read more [...]

Social workers are educated, experienced, accountable professionals who help people find constructive solutions to physical, social and emotional problems. Social workers assist individuals, families and communities to resolve problems that affect their day-to-day lives. People consult social workers when they are going through a difficult period in their personal, family Read more [...]

Fraser Health’s Home Support Services believes that home, with appropriate supports, is the best place for individuals to continue their recovery from illness and injury following a hospitalization and/or manage chronic conditions. For people with certain health issues, age-related limitations or other disabilities, managing everyday tasks can be challenging. Home Read more [...]