BRAIN INJURY AWARENESS MONTH ACTIVITIES – ENGAGE CANADIANS
brainStormRIDE
Brad Cownden from Victoria, B.C. cycling across CANADA solo to create awareness about BRAIN INJURIES and Raising FUNDS for The Brain Injury Association of CANADA and the Victoria Brain Injury Society. He will start his ride in Victoria on June 1st and finish in St. John’s, NFLD on August 6th, 2010. The brainStormRIDE Canada Itinerary (pdf)
Brad’s father Kevin writes:
“The brainSTORMRide has been a project started by Brad and his cousin Carin and has gone through some changes in the last two years in the making to now. Brad is now doing this as a solo ride. Myself and his mother Lori and his girlfriend Renata will be his crew here in Victoria. Brad will be alone on many miles of road between here and the end of his journey in Newfoundland This is why we feel it is so very important for people like yourself, Harry and Barb and the many others out there like you, to greet Brad and give him your support… a hand shake and or a pat on the back as we all will do here in Victoria to send him off.
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The 4th annual National Brain Injury Employment Conference is a unique forum that brings together all the stakeholders in the brain injury and employment fields. Register today for an interactive and inspirational two days of learning and networking. This conference is your opportunity to build bridges to organizations from around the country, hear nationally recognized speakers and explore regional and national resources. CRC and CEU credits will be offered.
National disability experts Dinah F. B. Cohen and Dr. Janet Niemeier are featured speakers. Cohen is the Director for the Department of Defense Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program (CAP). Dr. Niemeier is the Director of Inpatient Neuropsychology and Rehabilitation Psychology at the Virginia Commonwealth University Health System and the author of several books focusing on brain injury, including Choosing, Finding and Keeping a Job after Brain Injury. Current Conference Agenda (pdf)
There are limited seats left so sign up today! More Information and Registration
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact me at 303.636.5734
Rena Thompson
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(commonly known as concussion)
A mild traumatic brain injury (concussion) is a brain injury. Mild traumatic brain injuries (concussions) are caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. They can range from mild to severe and can disrupt the way the brain normally works.
Most people will only experience symptoms from a MTBI for a short period of time. But sometimes MTBIs can lead to long lasting problems. The best way to protect yourself and your family from MTBIs is to prevent them from happening.
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Living Environments for People with Moderate to Severe Acquired Brain Injury is a research article by Angela Colantonio, Dana Howse, Bonnie Kirsh, Teresa Chiu, Rachel Zulia and Charissa Levy.
For the full paper please email Dr. Angela Colantonio.
With Speaker Beatriz C. Abreu, Ph.D, OTR. FAOTA
Date: October 21 and 22, 2010
The Holiday Inn, 150 George Street, Peterborough, Ontario
Beatriz C. Abreu, Ph.D, OTR, FAOTA, is an educator, researcher and master clinician with over forty-two years of experience and widely recognized for her expertise on cognitive rehabilitation. She is an independent consultant and was the Director of Occupational Therapy at the Transitional Learning Center in Galveston, a center specializing in services for persons with brain injury. She is a Clinical Professor at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston where she assisted in the development of an interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Rehabilitation Science. She has mentored doctoral and postdoctoral occupational therapists, physical therapists, engineers, and physiologists. Dr. Abreu was formerly associated with the USC-University Hospital and the University of Southern California, New York University and Downstate Brooklyn New York State University. Dr. Abreu has presented numerous workshops and conferences throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia and South America. She has received multiple awards nationally and internationally for her publications, direct care, research and educational endeavors.
Cognitive Rehabilitation: The Quadraphonic Approach Brochure and Registration
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The countdown is on to the Scotiabank Group Charity Challenge and the Bluenose Marathon. As TEAM BIANS prepares to lace up our sneakers and hit the pavement, it’s not too late to either sponsor a runner or the entire team. Before you head out to enjoy the long weekend, click on the link below and help us cross the fundraising finish line in style — by tripling our fundraising goal!
We’re running and walking to support BIANS! Sponsor me or TEAM BIANS in this year’s Scotiabank Group Charity Challenge. You can also call 902-473-7301.
Brain Injury Association of Nova Scotia
Room 13-009/010
13th Floor, Victoria Building, VG Site, QEII
Phone: (902) 473-7301
Fax: (902) 473-7302
Mail: PO Box 8804, Halifax, NS B3K 5M4
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A Helping Hand to a New Beginning
Below is a copy of Dr. Fry’s motion which appeared in the Order Paper on May 10th. It will now sit with her other Private Members Bill on until her number comes up for debate. We can however, encourage the Government to make a decision and officially recognize this important month.
Private Members’ Notices of Motions
M-526 — May 10, 2010 — Ms. Fry (Vancouver Centre) —
That, in the opinion of the House, the month of June be officially recognized as National Brain Injury Awareness Month.
We ask all members of our community to contact their MP’s and the Prime Minister to encourage the Government to officially recognize National Brain Injury Awareness Month through an Order in Council.
Here are your MP’s coordinates.
Email Prime Minister Stephen Harper
In this Issue:
- June is Brain Injury Awareness Month
- Bauer and Canadian Standards sued for negligence
- Message from the Editor, Barb Butler
- From the desk of the President of The Brain Injury Association of Canada
- Ontario Mix & Mingle
- From the Executive Director, Harry Zarins
- A thoroughly good read
- Richard Kerr sharing his experiences
- News from wonderful Newfoundland and Labrador
- The 7th Annual Brain Injury Association of Canada Conference
- Thickening of the Brain – an interesting study
- Jo-Ann’s story
- ‘Keys to the ABI Cage’ goes to Washington DC
- National Capital Region is Host To Hawaiian Oyster Odyssey (HOO)
- Quebec’s Week for Victims of Head Injuries
- New Ambulatory Services Offered at Capital Health
- Glutathione (GSH) – What Is It?
- Please make a donation to the Brain Injury Association of Canada
Impact – Pathways Ahead, Our May 2010 Newsletter (pdf)
