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  • Comox Valley Stroke Recovery Branch

    The following activities are offered at the Comox Branch: Brain stimulating activity (e.g., jigsaw puzzles) Physical activity or game (e.g., exercise, games, bocce ball, Tai Chi) Snack and socializing Finish with a speaker, roundtable or topic of interest At times the Coordinator organizes a speaker, entertainment or music therapy programming Read more [...]

  • Comox Valley Stroke Recovery Support Group

    Join us twice per month for a peer facilitated support group. Please email for more specifics on date and time. An important aspect of stroke recovery comes from that of feeling connected within the community and socially supported through interactions with individuals facing similar challenges.  These groups are aimed to Read more [...]

  • Cowichan Valley Stroke Recovery Branch

    The following activities are offered at the Cowichan Valley Branch: Social networking Education or exercises on rotating topics such as: understanding the effects of a stroke building tools for living after stroke brain fitness (cognitive exercises for the right side, left side and whole brain) health promotion (i.e., nutrition, exercises, Read more [...]

  • Disability Alliance BC

    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 [...]

  • Disability Tax Credit – Canada Revenue Agency

    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 [...]

  • Disabled Sailing Association (Ladysmith)

    The Disabled Sailing Association offers supported sailing instruction in adapted sailboats during summer months. There is a nominal membership fee to join DSA when you book your first sail, and a small additional fee for each sailing session or lesson. Located in: Island Health Authority.

  • Disabled Sailing Association (Victoria)

    The Disabled Sailing Association offers supported sailing instruction in adapted sailboats during summer months. There is a nominal membership fee to join DSA when you book your first sail, and a small additional fee for each sailing session or lesson. Located in: Island Health Authority.

  • Errington Therapeutic Riding Association

    Therapeutic Riding is widely accepted as a beneficial method of improving the physical and/or mental well-being of riders with a wide range of disabilities. Riding provides an opportunity for invigorating exercise and recreation, and it gives the rider a sense of achievement and self-worth. Located in: Island Health Authority.

  • Family and Caregiver Support Group

    Exhausted? Stressed? No time for yourself? Feeling alone at times discouraged? If you answered yes to any of the above, you might find comfort in sharing some of your experiences with others in similar situations. Join a safe environment where the goal is to help you access a community of support. Give yourself a once-a-month, one-hour break where you will find support and relief.

  • Find a Private Social Worker

    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 [...]

  • Government of Canada Disability Benefits

    Government of Canada Disability Benefits include disability pensions and children’s benefits, savings plans and a gasoline tax refund program. Visit the website to find contact information for particular services available to individuals living in every BC health authority, including: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority, Fraser Health Authority, Island Health Authority, Interior Health Read more [...]

  • HealthLink BC

    HealthLinkBC is a health system navigation service that is accessible via telephone or the Internet. It assists the public and health care professionals in finding and accessing appropriate health resources in or close to their home communities. You can learn about health topics and medications, check your symptoms, find resources Read more [...]

  • Heart & Stroke Foundation- Live Well after Stroke

    For persons with lived stroke experience and their caregivers, the Heart & Stroke offers Live Well after Stroke, a FREE community- based program. This program encourages participants to actively engage in their own health to prevent another stroke. Live Well after Stroke is 7 sessions in length, 2 hours 1 Read more [...]

  • Independent Living Housing Society

    The Independent Living Housing Society of Greater Victoria (ILHS) is a non-profit society that has been offering inclusive housing options in the community for over forty years. ILHS supports adults with diverse abilities to live independently in a variety of accessible settings throughout greater Victoria, promoting the belief that “good Read more [...]

  • InFocus Services

    InFocus Rehab Services are comprehensive and individually tailored to meet the needs of clients and their families. The client-centered services can be broken down into 3 broad categories: Community Support and Integration Vocational Assistance Clinical Counselling The staff at InFocus includes: Certified Canadian Rehabilitation Counselor(s) Registered Social Worker(s) Certified Vocational Read more [...]

  • Island Health – Stroke Rapid Assessment Unit – Nanaimo Regional General Hospital

    The Stroke Rapid Assessment Unit (SRAU) is located at the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital and provides rapid access to: neurologists with special interests in stroke, nurses with special training in stroke care and imaging studies of the brain and blood vessels. This allows for timely assessment of patients who have suffered a Read more [...]

  • Island Health – Stroke Rapid Assessment Unit – Victoria General Hospital

    The Stroke Rapid Assessment Unit (SRAU) is located at the Victoria General Hospital and provides rapid access to: neurologists with special interests in stroke, nurses with special training in stroke care and imaging studies of the brain and blood vessels. This allows for timely assessment of patients who have suffered a Read more [...]

  • Island Health Acquired Brain Injury Program

    Island Health’s Brain Injury Program is an island-wide community-based program that provides services to assist adults with acquired brain injury in regaining, improving, or maintaining function and/or independence. Services fall into two broad categories: 1) Community Services 2) Community Residential Services. Services are subject to availability and are voluntary A Read more [...]

  • Island Health Campbell River Outpatient Stroke Clinic

    The Campbell River Regional Hospital has developed an outpatient stroke clinic that works with patients to prevent strokes and manage risk factors. Located in: Island Health Authority.

  • Island Health Community Health Services

    Community Health Services provides a range of health care and support services to eligible clients living in the community. Our in-home and community-based services support you to: improve your health and quality of life, and remain independent and in your own home for as long as possible. We can also Read more [...]

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