Support Groups &
Peer Support Program
Connect with other adults living with mild / moderate brain injury. Discuss challenges and successes, share coping strategies and support in a session facilitated by a Social Worker.
This group takes place ONLINE over MS Teams on the first Tuesday of the Month, from 6:30 - 8 PM. Learn about accessing MS Teams and our online programs, HERE.
If it's your first time coming to a group, please contact our Programs Coordinator, Madison at: madison@bist.ca OR 437-421-4032.
Brain Injury Support Group
Women and Brain Injury Support Group
Join other women identified and gender diverse individuals living with brain injury at our Support Group, facilitated by a Social Worker specializing in Brain Injury supports.
This group takes place ONLINE over MS Teams on the third Tuesday of the Month, 6:30 - 8 PM. Learn about accessing MS Teams and our online programs, HERE.
In 2025, the Women and Brain Injury Support Group will meet IN PERSON at the BIST Office on the dates listed below AND will take place online on the third Tuesday of the month, 6:30 - 8 PM.
Tuesday, April 8th, 6:30 – 8 PM
Tuesday, July 8th, 6:30 – 8 PM
Tuesday, Oct 14th, 6:30 – 8 PM
This group is inclusive of women of all ages, ethnic backgrounds, gender and queer identities, including trans women.
If it's your first time coming to a group, please contact our Programs Coordinator, Madison at: madison@bist.ca OR 437-421-4032.
People who identify as non-binary are welcome to attend groups of their choice and can speak to Madison with any questions or concerns.
Gain confidence, skills, create YOUR OWN SUCCESS and CONNECT with other ABI Survivors at our WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) Mental Health Support Group! Wellness Recovery Action Plan® or WRAP®, is a ‘self-designed prevention and wellness process that anyone can use to get well, stay well and make their life the way they want it to be.’
You can find out more about WRAP groups, HERE.
NO UPCOMIING GROUPS SCHEDULED
WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan)
Peer Support Program
The Peer Support Program for people living with brain injury connects an individual who is a “veteran” in living with the effects of acquired brain injury (ABI) with a “partner” who is coping with a similar ABI-related situation and is in need of support from a knowledgeable friend. The programs is available to survivors, family members or unpaid providers of care. Mentor/partner matches are based on similar experiences, demographics and personal interests.
The peer support programs can be a great way to support efforts toward recovery, and compliments professional services. Mentors and partners talk by phone or email so they can arrange a convenient time and can participate from their own homes.
Partners
As a partner, you can learn from someone who has been there. Help is available at every step of your journey on the road to recovery. Whether you are a survivor or a family member, you can be matched with a mentor at any time after injury, from acute care to the return home. Your mentor can even help with situations that may arise many years after injury.
Mentors
As a mentor, you can help others by sharing your experiences.
Mentors provide support and share information and resources with partners who are coping with a similar ABI-related situation. Mentoring offers an excellent opportunity to help others during their recovery while learning new skills and making new acquaintances.
For more information, please contact Tanya, our Peer Support Coordinator at peersupport@bist.ca OR call BIST to be connected: 416-830-1485
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