Programs

Program supports clients and their families living with an acquired brain injury to a level of independence consistent with their goals and health status.

The North Shore ABI C...Read More

Program supports clients and their families living with an acquired brain injury to a level of independence consistent with their goals and health status.

The North Shore ABI Case Manager is an Occupational Therapist.

Online resources for clients & families impacted by brain injury (e.g. stroke or TBI): BCBIA is a non-profit organization serving the interests of the acquired brain injury population to support...Read More

Online resources for clients & families impacted by brain injury (e.g. stroke or TBI): BCBIA is a non-profit organization serving the interests of the acquired brain injury population to support individuals to be considered a full participating member and have an impact in BC society. To become a member, sign up for E-news or access brain injury and resources in BC, visit the website.

Brain Gain Fridays welcomes a diverse group of people interested in strengthening their brain. Together we engage in music therapy, art therapy, meditation, neurologically beneficial exercise, s...Read More

Brain Gain Fridays welcomes a diverse group of people interested in strengthening their brain. Together we engage in music therapy, art therapy, meditation, neurologically beneficial exercise, social activities and FUN!

Where: The Inman Room, North Shore Neighbourhood House; 225 East 2nd Street, North Vancouver, BC V7L 1C4

When: Every Friday at 1pm (Sept – June)

The Brain Gain Fridays event has neurologically beneficial exercise every week and frequent art therapy, music therapy, games, puzzles, social integration, and fun. Previously, there was no similar event for acquired brain injury survivors unless their mechanism of injury was a stroke.

Exercise is for health recovery for improved balance, coordination, and neuroplasticity. Dance instruction, yoga, tai chi or other exercise promoting health recovery and neuroplasticity might also be included in the program.

The North Shore Brain Injury Recovery Program runs every Friday afternoon from 1:30-4:30 pm.

This online resource site provides information for concussion management to Health Care Professionals, as well as clients. Resources include: Clinical Resources, Patient Handouts, Journal Articl...Read More

This online resource site provides information for concussion management to Health Care Professionals, as well as clients. Resources include: Clinical Resources, Patient Handouts, Journal Articles, News Articles, Related Websites, Case Studies, Videos etc. Included is "The Concussion Toolkit" learning tool to assist medical professionals with up-to-date information to help manage patients who have sustained or are at risk for sustaining concussion (CME credits).

Explore movement and music in an enjoyable, safe, and creative class for people living with Parkinson's Disease. Maintain a sense of confidence and grace in movement through the fundamentals of ...Read More

Explore movement and music in an enjoyable, safe, and creative class for people living with Parkinson's Disease. Maintain a sense of confidence and grace in movement through the fundamentals of dancing including: balance, flexibility, movement sequencing, rhythm and spatial and aesthetic awareness. The program is affiliated with the world renowned Dance for Parkinson's program developed by the Mark Morris Dance Group in New York. Caregivers, partners, friends, and spouses are invited to attend.

This exercise class is designed for older men experiencing decreasing strength. Participants will work on strength and flexibility exercises with the guidance and support of a personal trainer. ...Read More

This exercise class is designed for older men experiencing decreasing strength. Participants will work on strength and flexibility exercises with the guidance and support of a personal trainer. Also beneficial for Parkinson's Disease.

The Centre is a self-help support group for stroke survivors and caregivers. Activities include:

- Exercise sessions, physical games (designed to maintain coordination and mental fitness...Read More

The Centre is a self-help support group for stroke survivors and caregivers. Activities include:

- Exercise sessions, physical games (designed to maintain coordination and mental fitness)

- Speech therapies

- Health and wellness lectures

- Caregiver support

- Community re-integration

Member of the Stroke Recovery Association of BC. Partially funded by Vancouver Coastal Health. See website for other funding sources.

Maintain and improve your quality of life after a stroke. This program helps to improve independence and functional movements for small and large muscle groups with exercises in a small group en...Read More

Maintain and improve your quality of life after a stroke. This program helps to improve independence and functional movements for small and large muscle groups with exercises in a small group environment under the guidance of rehabilitation personal trainers.

This rehabilitation class is designed for anyone with exercise limitations who would like to manage pain, balance issues or neurological problems. We will focus on improving strength, flexibilit...Read More

This rehabilitation class is designed for anyone with exercise limitations who would like to manage pain, balance issues or neurological problems. We will focus on improving strength, flexibility, balance and movement patterns.

Workshops are offered for survivors of brain injury, family & friends and include: Understanding Stroke, Understanding TBI, and Building Community Connections. You will learn about how the brain...Read More

Workshops are offered for survivors of brain injury, family & friends and include: Understanding Stroke, Understanding TBI, and Building Community Connections. You will learn about how the brain works, changes that happen after brain injuries, practical rehabilitation strategies and life after brain injury. Receive resources to help you through your journey and hear from other survivors as they share their personal journeys.