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Are you interested in being part of a study of cognitive rehabilitation after brain injury?
Baycrest Centre in Toronto in conducting a study comparing the effects of rehabilitation treatments for common cognitive problems that occur after brain injury. This study involves two MRI scans and six rehabilitation sessions per participant. Compensation will be provided for time and expenses.
For more information, please contact the Research Division Volunteer Coordinator at volunteers@rotman-baycrest.on.ca or 416-785-2500 ext. 2440.
(Posted June 28, 2010)
Families After Brain Injury: Summer Learning & Support
Community Head Injury Resource Services (CHIRS) is hosting a group for family members of adults (18 years and up) with brain injury. This is an opportunity to learn more about:
- the effects of brain injury on the survivor and family
- strategies to cope with its changes and challenges
- how to manage stress and care for yourself as you support your injured loved one
There will be two groups:
Starting June 16, 2010
For 6 sessions
Every Wednesday evening
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Starting July 20, 2010
For 6 sessions
Every Tuesday evening
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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There is no cost to eligible participants. Registration is limited. Preference will be given to those living within the boundaries of the Central LHIN.
Contact Diana Brouwer at CHIRS for more information at 416-240-8000 ext. 256 or dianab@chirs.com
See group flyer for more details
(Posted April 30, 2010)
The mission of the The Toronto ABI Network is to provide leadership
in furthering equitable, accessible, responsive, cost-effective and
quality publicly-funded services and support for persons living with
the effects of an acquired brain injury in the Greater Toronto Area.
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