Aquatic rehabilitation is offered for people who have had a cerebrovascular accient, stroke or brain injury, those with M.S. or requiring adaptive fitness. Expected results from the pool exercises include: improved circulation; strength and flexibility; and, confidence in movement. Participants requiring assistance need to bring a volunteer, who may enter Read more [...]

Kickstart’s mission is to produce and present works by artists with disabilities and to promote artistic excellence among artists with disabilities working in a variety of disciplines. Our objectives are: to encourage and support artists to create and present authentic interpretations of the disability experience; to provide opportunities for the Read more [...]

Laughter Yoga is a series of movement and breathing exercises designed to stimulate laughter and cultivate an inner spirit of joy. It is a technique that invites laughter without using jokes or humor. Laughter Yoga is a blend of yoga-based deep breathing, gentle stretching, simulated laughter exercises and playful games Read more [...]

Lifeline is an easy-to-use personal response service that lets individuals summon help any time of the day or night – even if they can’t speak. All someone have to do is press their Personal Help Button, worn on a wristband or pendant, and a trained Response Centre Associate will ensure Read more [...]

While no two concussions are alike, most concussion and trauma survivors tend to be easily overwhelmed. Learn how to incorporate the mindful concussion approach into your daily life. Develop a wide-range of concrete practices you can call on to cultivate calm clarity in the middle of the concussion storm.

Nordic Racers Ski Club is an organization of cross country skiers of all abilities and levels. They provide members with opportunities to achieve their goals as recreational skiers, competitive athletes, race officials, coaches, and instructors in a safe, fun and social environment. Wheelchair users should be able to transfer with Read more [...]

The North Shore Disability Resource Centre (NSDRC) works to ensure that people with disabilities can participate actively as members of the community. It provides programs and services based on the belief that healthy vibrant communities are inclusive communities, free of barriers to participation. They directly serve over 450 individuals through Read more [...]

The OPPS is a financial assistance program designed to assist persons with disabilities to complete training that leads to employment. Applicants to the OPPS Fund must have no other financial means of support to access further training. This is a program of the BC Centre for Ability. To access the Read more [...]

Parley Services offers mental health consulting and ABA therapies including Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) for anyone over the age of 13 throughout British Columbia. Parleys’ Applied Behaviour Analysts (ABA) and Therapists offer client-centered, solution-focused therapy and intervention. Our Practice Leader is also fully qualified Read more [...]

The Physiotherapy Association of BC (PABC) has been serving its 2,300+ members for over 70 years. As the voice of its members, they ensure members have access to practice support, professional development and advocacy tools to ensure that British Columbians receive quality care that keeps them moving for life. Note: Read more [...]

Planned Lifetime Advocacy Network (P.L.A.N.) is a family-led organization founded to secure the future for people with disabilities. Lifetime Membership with PLAN is an agreement between families to safeguard the wellbeing of a family member with a disability for the lifetime of the individual with a disability. In order to 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 [...]

Adaptive Recreation programs like “Power to Be” support people living with a disability or barrier in experiencing inclusive recreational activities while exploring nature and their natural abilities. They adapt their programs to participants and provide the equipment and support participants may need to experience year-round adventures. Participants range in age 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 [...]

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 [...]