The Northern Brain Injury Association (NBIA) provides brain injury prevention, education, awareness and support to the rural and remote communities of the northern third of BC. They connect survivors to services close to home, and work with communities to reduce the incidence of acquired brain injury through workshops, school presentations, Read more [...]

Northern Health Authority offers two stroke workshops: Workshop #1:  “Understanding Stroke – offers a chance for survivors, families and friends to learn about how the brain works, stroke and recovery and to talk about life after a stroke. Workshop #2:  “Building Community Connections” – is an opportunity for the same Read more [...]

The PRBIS provides support, education and advocacy for persons living with an acquired brain injury, their family, friends and caregivers through goal specific, unique and innovative programming. The intake process collects enough initial information to determine whether our services are suitable or whether a referral is required. Email us at Read more [...]

The Prince George Brain Injured Group (PG BIG) is a charitable non-profit organization with the mission of providing education, prevention and community rehabilitation to enhance the lives of persons living with the effects of acquired brain injury (ABI), and their families, in and around Prince George, BC. The first step Read more [...]

This is a Regional program for clients of Fraser Health Authority and Vancouver Coastal Health Authority with an established neuropsychiatric diagnosis and treatment plan in place. It is located at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Langara site and offers long-term neuropsychiatry stabilization. Alder serves clients between the ages of 18 – 64 Read more [...]

An opportunity for survivors, families, and friends of people with a stroke or brain injury to learn about some of the services and programs available in their communities. Who should attend? Survivors of stroke and brain injury, family members and friends. To register please call: (604) 322-2622 (press 1) Located in: Read more [...]

HFH is one of the largest referral centers for rehabilitation in British Columbia. The facility houses a 65-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit and extensive treatment areas that facilitate more than 15,000 outpatient visits annually. The program offers intensive therapy for older adults to overcome deficits caused by strokes, orthopedic trauma or Read more [...]

Specialized interdisciplinary rehabilitation program for the older adult. Offers treatment programs for clients with neurological disorders, orthopedic conditions, and arthritis including fibromyalgia. The highly specialized care team consists of physiotherapy, occupational therapy, nursing, social work, speech language pathology, pharmacy, and physiatry. This program serves the Lower Mainland and local community. Read more [...]

We are a multi-disciplinary outpatient program specializing in musculoskeletal and neurological care. Community or facilities referral is required. Our target population is adults 55 years or older, with multiple health issues that are making their rehabilitation more complex, requiring a team approach. Conditions that are treated include: Recent falls or Read more [...]

St. Paul’s Hospital We provide a service to patients seen by Providence orthopedic or plastic surgeons and provide specialty care that is not available through private clinics. We also provide outpatient support for those discharged from inpatient programs. Types of care include musculoskeletal and respiratory rehab. Waitlist Criteria All patients Read more [...]

Speech-language pathologists evaluate and treat speech, language and swallowing disorders which can often result from a stroke, traumatic brain injury, tracheostomy, degenerative and infectious disease (e.g., Parkinson’s disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), multiple sclerosis, dementia or AIDS), or head/neck surgery and cancer. Services at Providence include: Assessing and diagnosing communication Read more [...]

Provides rapid access, assessment, investigations, expert opinion and evaluation by a stroke neurologist for a transient ischemic attack (TIA). Same-day access to Computed Tomography (CT) head scans and angiograms, carotid ultrasound, laboratory testing and cardiac evaluations is provided. Emergent/urgent cases are typically seen within one week. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Read more [...]

The Rick Hansen Foundation was established as a Canadian charity in 1988 and has since been dedicated to Rick’s life-long goal of creating an inclusive world where people with disabilities are living to their full potential. For three decades, the Foundation has raised awareness, changed attitudes, and removed barriers for Read more [...]

Semiahmoo’s ABI program provides a natural home environment where supported individuals have access to assistance and guidance whenever possible that builds self confidence and promotes personal growth. They make efforts to ensure all interactions are person-centered and dedicated to encouraging personal choice and direction. A referral from Fraser Health is Read more [...]

Semiahmoo House offers a day program for Fraser Health clients 3 days a week and a drop in program 1 day per week. Located in: Fraser Health Authority.

Shift Concussion Management and its Canada-wide network of Health Providers offers accessible, individualized and effective concussion management strategies to individuals of all ages suffering from concussion and mild traumatic brain injury. Shift also serves as a training platform for Health Professionals, offering education on current, evidence-based concussion assessment and rehabilitation Read more [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Stroke Services BC formed in April 2011 as a program within the Provincial Health Services Authority. Its vision is to work towards fewer strokes, promote and support world-class stroke care, and ensure the best possible outcomes for stroke patients in BC. Stroke Services BC’s mandate is to provide leadership, coordination, communication and project support to implement Read more [...]

If you or a family member have suffered a brain injury and live on the Sunshine Coast (from Langdale to Egmont), please contact Susan (phone or email) for local information and resources. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).