SportAbility is a multi-sport society that ensures and facilitates opportunities in physical activity and sport. They enable all British Columbians who have a physical disability to enhance their quality of life by being active in their community and beyond. Contact SportAbility BC for more information about services available to individuals Read more [...]
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Stroke Recovery Canada Warmline
After Stroke, a program of March of Dimes Canada is a national service offering support, education and community programs for stroke survivors, their caregivers and families. In British Columbia, the Stroke Recovery Association of British Columbia (SRABC) is an affiliate of After Stroke. After Stroke connects stroke survivors with a Read more [...]
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Tall Tree Concussion Program
The Tall Tree Concussion Program is nestled in the Tall Tree Integrated Health Centre whose three pillars are: clinical excellence, caring and fun. Tall Tree is a locally owned and operated clinic which means we can respond quickly to individual and community needs. We have a dedicated concussion team which allows us Read more [...]
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Tennis BC
Tennis Canada is a non-profit, national sport federation responsible for the growth, promotion and showcasing of tennis in Canada and building a system that helps produce world-class players. It is one of the largest and oldest national sport associations in the country. It is the governing body for wheelchair tennis Read more [...]
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The Cridge Centre for the Family
The Cridge Centre for the Family offers several locations in Greater Victoria. Services include a supportive housing residence and other services for survivors of brain injury as well as supportive housing for families in economic or relationship crisis, services for women and children who have been impacted by relationship violence, Read more [...]
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Valley Yoga Centre
The Valley Yoga Centre offers a therapeutic approach to yoga that assists with recovery from illness or injury. The Centre welcomes students who, due to ongoing illness or injury are unable to attend regular yoga classes. Individual attention and support is provided. Located in: Island Health Authority.
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Vancouver Island Society for Adaptive Snowsports
The Vancouver Island Society for Adaptive Snowsports is a non-profit charitable society focused on providing nationally certified snowsports instruction to the physically or mentally challenged. They are based in Courtenay, British Columbia at Mount Washington Alpine Resort. To become a member click the link on the website to access the Read more [...]
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Victoria Brain Injury Society
The Victoria Brain Injury Society provides support, education and advocacy to people on Southern Vancouver Island with acquired brain injuries, their families and friends to enable them to move toward emotional, economic and social self-reliance. Call 250-598-9339 or 877-598-9339 Located in: Island Health Authority.
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Victoria Brain Injury Society (VBIS)
The Victoria Brain Injury Society’s mission is to support, educate, and advocate for adults with acquired brain injuries and their families, and to increase community awareness about acquired brain injuries. They offer a 4-week program called “ABI 101” which is an informative introduction to brain anatomy and brain injury for Read more [...]
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Victoria Disability Resource Centre
The Victoria Disability Resource Centre promotes the full participation of people with disabilities in the economic, political, cultural, and social life of Canadian society. They offer support in five key areas: Research & Community Development Disabled Parking Permits Information & Referral Peer Support Access to Employment Services Located in: Island Read more [...]
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Victoria Wheelchair Sports Club
Victoria Wheelchair Sports believes that physical activity is important for all people, and seeks to lessen the barriers that those with physical disabilities face in maintaining a healthy and happy lifestyle. They provide a multitude of activities, and will help individuals find the right one based on their goals, level Read more [...]
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WorkBC Employment and Assistance for Persons with Disabilities
Offers individualized services that include: in-depth career planning, skills assessment, pre-employment services, job training and placement, provision of necessary employment supports, disability assistance, follow-up workplace support and employment crisis services. Discover job options and services designed to support people with disabilities and build your career here. You can: Pursue post-secondary Read more [...]
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WorkSafeBC – Head Injury Treatment and Assessment Services
With early intervention, and a goal of helping clients return to work, Head Injury Assessment and Treatment Services include the following: Concussion clinic that screens for mild traumatic brain injury less than 12 weeks old Comprehensive neuropsychological assessment Medical examination Psychological services Speech and language pathology services Occupational therapy services Read more [...]
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Yoga Weyr
Offers gentle yet stimulating sessions directed toward exploring and realizing best possible individual outcomes. The sessions offer opportunities for participants to work toward their potential through guided muscle activity, breath work, and mind-body connection. The sessions are appropriate for, but not exclusive to the following health challenges: arthritis; spinal issues Read more [...]
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Young Stroke Survivors Support Group
The Young Stroke Survivors (YSS) of BC is a community of individuals who are navigating life after stroke. The YSSBC is a program of SRABC in association with March of Dimes Canada. Although everyone’s experience with stroke is different, together we learn, share and grow by supporting one another along Read more [...]