Recommended by Doctors and Physiotherapists, this balance and mobility program for older adults will help improve functional mobility, increase lower body strength, improve balance and reduce fall risk. Registered SteadyFeet® Instructors teach techniques to have individuals feeling stronger and more confident about walking and participating in their favourite activities. Registered Read more [...]

A modified walking program for survivors of brain injury or stroke. At City Square Mall, Vancouver, Thursday 9-10 am.  Referral from doctor or team member required. For more information contact Janet G at 604-734-1313*2187 or janet.gamage@nullvch.ca Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).

Strive Living Society offers residential and community integration services to adults with diverse abilities, acquired brain injuries, and/or health concerns. Throughout the greater Vancouver and Powell River areas, Strive has group home residences, assisted living apartments, and home share arrangements to meet the accommodation needs of each individual. For community Read more [...]

Strive Centre is a multi-service centre in East Vancouver for adults and seniors aged 19-64 with disabilities including, but not limited to, physical and developmental disability, acquired brain injury, mental health and behavioural obstacles. Programs are designed and implemented by a team of Recreation Therapists, Employment Counselors, Outreach Workers, Recreation Read more [...]

Strive Living Society is dedicated to serving children and youth with special needs including acquired brain injuries, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and complex health care issues. With a variety of residential and support service options throughout the Lower Mainland, Strive works with children and youth to maximize their quality of 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 [...]

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).

The Taoist Tai Cchi Society provides adapted tai chi classes in various locations throughout the Lower Mainland. Please call or email for more information. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).

This group meets weekly at the Templeton Pool Activity Room. 700 Templeton Drive, Vancouver V5L 4N8 Tuesdays: 10:30am – 1:00pm Coordinator: Tu Van Trieu Phone: 604-318-0030 Note:  The address indicated here has been used for general mapping purposes only and does not necessarily represent the physical location of the service.  Read more [...]

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 [...]

The North Shore Stroke Recovery Centre assists stroke survivors and their families to recover to the best of their abilities in speech and mobility and all aspects of life. The Centre acts as a bridge between the medical community and the home community; providing peer and volunteer supported programs and Read more [...]

We work in strong partnerships with local agencies to provide exemplary employment services to all British Columbians. Our mission is to open doors and inspire all British Columbians to succeed and we believe the Employment Program will be the step, for many individuals, on the road to achieving success through Read more [...]

Theatre Terrific pioneers inclusive opportunities for artists of all abilities to develop performance skills and collaborate in the production of theatrical works. Theatre Terrific challenges audiences to be open to the impact of thought provoking art. All of Theatre Terrific’s classes, workshops, community, and professional productions are made up of Read more [...]

Provides equipment which enables people with disabilities to become involved in making music and performing. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).

Ski and snowboard programs are offered for persons with disability at Grouse, Seymour & Cypress Mountains. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).

Vancouver Brain Injury Association fills a devastating void for Vancouver and North Shore brain injury survivors by investigating the program needs of the Vancouver and North Shore brain injury community and providing those programs that are currently unavailable. VBIA also connects brain injury survivors, their families and caregivers to resources Read more [...]

Monthly support group for brain injury survivors.  Meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month (except August). Time:  7:00-8:30 pm Location: the Boardroom at GF Strong Rehab Please contact Lillian Wong at 604-873-2385 for more information. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).

Vancouver Ocean Sports is a not-for-profit society started for the sole purpose of providing an inclusive paddling venue for people with all levels of ability and skill. They are a club for the community offering kayak, SUP and surf ski memberships along with beginner, recreational and competitive paddling courses for Read more [...]

Offers a wide range of adapted programs and facilities for people with disabilities, both social and physical. Adapted equipment available includes: aquatic pool lifts, aquatic wheelchairs, ice sledges, golf express carts. Outdoor Adapted programs include: kayaking, golf clinics, trail rider hike, sailing, dragon boating, and adapted waterskiing. Located in: Vancouver Read more [...]

The following activities are offered: Physical exercises Communication & memory exercises Social interaction and recreation Support from fellow stroke survivors Caregiver support Stroke education Help finding other health and community resources Lunch (bring or buy) & socialization Branch programs are for stroke survivors living in the community and their caregivers. Read more [...]