Identifies and treats transient ischemic attack (TIA), helping to prevent a full-blown stroke. A nurse contacts patient for a detailed history after the referral is received, confers with the specialist, and arranges diagnostic tests and patient appointments. Patients meet with a stroke specialist for assessment and treatment. The TIA Read more [...]
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Interior Health TIA Rapid Access Clinic – Kelowna
Identifies and treats transient ischemic attack (TIA), helping to prevent a full-blown stroke. A nurse contacts patient for a detailed history after the referral is received, confers with the specialist, and arranges diagnostic tests and patient appointments. Patients meet with a stroke specialist for assessment and treatment. The TIA Read more [...]
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Interior Health TIA Rapid Access Clinic – Kootenay Boundary
Identifies and treats transient ischemic attack (TIA), helping to prevent a full-blown stroke. A nurse contacts patient for a detailed history after the referral is received, confers with the specialist, and arranges diagnostic tests and patient appointments. Patients meet with a stroke specialist for assessment and treatment. The TIA Read more [...]
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Interior Health, Aphasia Support & Skills Group
An aphasia group run by Interior Health through the local Recreation Centre. Program is offered a variety of times throughout the year. Anyone can attend. Please call for more information. Located in: Interior Health Authority.
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Interior Health, Liaison Therapist (Physio Navigator)
This role bridges the gap between acute care services and community services and is particularly helpul for patients with chronic medical conditions. A liaison therapist (navigator) is at the Parkinson Recreation Centre to support indiviuals with encouragement and to direct them towards appropriate programming. No appointments necessary, just walk in! Read more [...]
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Interior Health, Outpatient Rehab – Kelowna
This outpatient rehab program for adults with a neurological condition (e.g., head injury, MS, Parkinsons) strives to improve participants’ physical, cognitive and social functioning through individual and group treatment. A referral is required in order to access the program. Priority is given to clients being discharged from the hospital. Located Read more [...]
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Interior Health, Royal Inland Hospital Neurorehabilitation Outpatient Program
This program provides a multidisciplinary approach to outpatient rehab management post brain injury or stroke for adults with a neurological condition (e.g., head injury, MS). The team consists of OT/ PT/ SLP and physiatry, as well as rehabilitation assistants. Specialized one-to-one and group programs include topics such as constraint induced Read more [...]
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Kamloops Adapted Sports Association
The Kamloops Adapted Sports Association aims to be a leader in providing adapted and integrated sport opportunities in Kamloops and the Thompson-Nicola Regional District. Located in: Interior Health Authority.
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Kamloops Brain Injury Association
KBIA advocates for and provides specialized programs for survivors of acquired brain injuries, and facilitates education and awareness in the community. Located in: Interior Health Authority.
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Kootenay Health Services Concussion Clinic
Kootenay Health Services is part of the Shift Concussion Management Group (based in Guelph, ON) and offers treatment for acute and chronic post-concussion symptoms. Our concussion clinic involves assessment and treatment for concussion patients with a qualified Physiotherapist, Occupational therapist, and Kinesiologist. The goal is to provide targeted intervention to allow the Read more [...]
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Meridian Rehabilitation (Kamloops)
Meridian Rehabilitation’s team of Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Kinesiologists and Rehabilitation Assistants can help people who experience ongoing symptoms of concussion to return to their normal activities and roles through the following post-concussion rehabilitation services: Baseline testing of visual, vestibular and cognitive impacts of concussion Education on concussion and Read more [...]
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Meridian Rehabilitation (Kelowna)
Meridian Rehabilitation’s team of Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Kinesiologists and Rehabilitation Assistants can help people who experience ongoing symptoms of concussion to return to their normal activities and roles through the following post-concussion rehabilitation services: Baseline testing of visual, vestibular and cognitive impacts of concussion Education on concussion and Read more [...]
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Meridian Rehabilitation (Penticton)
Meridian Rehabilitation’s team of Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Kinesiologists and Rehabilitation Assistants can help people who experience ongoing symptoms of concussion to return to their normal activities and roles through the following post-concussion rehabilitation services: Baseline testing of visual, vestibular and cognitive impacts of concussion Education on concussion and Read more [...]
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Meridian Rehabilitation (Vernon)
Meridian Rehabilitation’s team of Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Kinesiologists and Rehabilitation Assistants can help people who experience ongoing symptoms of concussion to return to their normal activities and roles through the following post-concussion rehabilitation services: Baseline testing of visual, vestibular and cognitive impacts of concussion Education on concussion and Read more [...]
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Neil Squire Society – Penticton (Footprints to Technology)
The Neil Squire Society empowers Canadians with disabilities through the use of computer-based assistive technologies, research and development, and various employment programs. Some of the Neil Squire Society’s programs are offered through the Footprints to Technology Centre in Penticton. Located in: Interior Health Authority.
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Neil Squire Society – Vernon
The Neil Squire Society empowers Canadians with disabilities through the use of computer-based assistive technologies, research and development, and various employment programs. Some of the Neil Squire Society’s programs are offered through Independent Living Vernon. Call: 250-545-9292 Located in: Interior Health Authority.
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Open Door Group
Open Door Group is a not-for-profit organization that operates on the fundamental belief that all individuals have the ability to succeed. They provide employment and leisure programs and focus on building strong partnerships within BC communities. The address provided is that of the head office. Open Door Group has locations Read more [...]
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Rise
RISE is an injury and trauma wellness centre in Nelson, BC. They serve people with injuries or who are experiencing chronic pain. Services include: Pain Clinic, prolotherapy, Addictions Clinic, kinesiology, exercise therapy and yoga therapy. Located in: Interior Health Authority.
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Silver Star Adaptive Snowsports
The SSASS mission statement is: “Our dream is of a place without barriers where everyone can share passion, joy, freedom and friendship, connecting with nature and community through snow sports at Silver Star Mountain and beyond.” Located in: Interior Health Authority.
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South Okanagan Similkameen Brain Injury Society
SOSBIS serves individuals with diagnosed or suspected Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) in order to maximize their quality of life. Objectives include: Promoting knowledge and understanding of the needs of persons with ABI Providing prevention education to individuals, families, caregivers and the community at large Providing assistance through facilities, programs and Read more [...]