Brain Injury

This resource provides support to individuals and families living with the effects of an acquired brain injury in the Muskoka and Simcoe Regions in Ontario. It provides access to community programs and services that facilitate growth and learning for individuals living with the effects of an acquired brain injury. A list of links to community organizations is also provided.

National Canadian organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for all Canadians affected by acquired brain injury and to promoting its awareness and prevention.

The Brain Injury Society of Toronto provides support to acquired brain injury (ABI) survivors and their families. The website offers information about ABI and its impact not only on the affected individual but also on family, friends and other members of the community. Brain injury support groups, their activities and programs are also featured on this site.

CHIRS is a multi-service agency that provides a broad range of supports to a clientele with diverse and complex needs related to head and brain injury. The website provides access to the Program and Services Guide which lists adult day services, fitness/sports programs, social programs, work alternatives, camping trips and other. Neuro-psychological and neuro-psychiatric services available through CHIRS are also described on the site.

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