FREE online Course Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury

You can work through the content at any time of day and at your own pace. The course is offered multiple times a year.  Look at The Wicking Dementia Centre (utas.edu.au) website for the next dates. Introduction  Module 1: Brain science and TBI pathology Module 2: TBI from mild

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Ongoing Canadian Concussion Centre FREE Webinar Series 2022-23

Join the ongoing Canadian Concussion Centre 2022-23 Series for people with persisting concussion symptoms, their families and friends and their healthcare professionals. This virtual series is sponsored by LiUNA Webinars are 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Eastern Time (Toronto time) Participants will join by Zoom Webinar and each

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On Demand Casual Conversations with PINK Concussions

“Casual Conversations” with Brain Injury Professional guest editor, Katherine Snedaker, LCSW, CEO of PINK Concussions.  In these informal calls, Katherine interviews and chats with the researchers to provide a deeper dive into the topics of Brain Injury such as domestic violence, women veterans, and female athletes. All 28 Episodes of Casual

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ABI and Justice

Traumatic Brain Injury in Prison and on Parole Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is common among individuals in custody or on release in the community and can significantly affect behavior, emotions, cognitive functioning, and rehabilitation outcomes. OnDemand viewing of webinar: Traumatic Brain Injury in Prison and on Parole: From Assessment to Reintegration  Please see links to the 18 November

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Healthy Choice Challenge

From the KFLA Public Health   It is natural to feel stressed, anxious or fearful during this pandemic. These feelings, as well as disruptions in your routine, can contribute to a change in your sleep pattern.   Sleep is just as important as eating well and being

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Updates on the BounceBack program

Here are some updates on the BounceBack program, including new resources to help support mental health, whether heightened by the current situation or other events or long-term stressors.           BounceBack and COVID-19 support: As a reminder, BounceBack is part of an expansion of

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Online Resources: Ontario Caregivers

Resources & Education Opportunities to Help Caregivers When They Need it Most The Ontario Caregiver Organization exists to support Ontario’s 3.3 million caregivers who provide physical and/or emotional support to a family member, partner, friend or neighbour in need. The mission is to ensure all caregivers can

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July 2020: Positive Approach A Four Part Life Skills Zoom Series

Positive Approach A Four Part Life Skills Zoom Series   BIAD is excited to announce that they will be hosting four life skills session with Heather Campbell, BHSc, MScOT, OT Reg. (Ont.) Occupational Therapist from the Positive Approach. These session are sure to be informative and rewarding.

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Unmasking Brain Injury

In partnership with the Ontario Brain Injury Association, Community Brain Injury Services (CBIS) participated in the official Unmasking Brain Injury launch. There’s a story behind every mask and behind every mask there’s a person, a person that’s been touched by brain injury. Unmasking Brain Injury is an

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Research into the Benefits of Art Rehabilitation Therapy and Stroke

Research study looks into the benefits of art rehabilitation therapy for stroke patients <img src=”https://www.providencecare.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Art-Therapy-9-1024×646-1024×646.png” height=”646″ width=”1024″ alt=”Art Rehabilitation Study” class=”slider-11214 slide-11222″ title=”Art Therapy 9 1024×646″ /> Read the article by Providence Care Hospital about The Art Rehabilitation Therapy Program, a pilot study being conducted at Providence

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“Line-Trapping” Scam

Police issue warning: new “line-trapping” scam Police agencies across Ontario are warning citizens of a new phone scam which involves suspects using “line-trapping” technology to tap into victim’s phone lines in order to steal personal information. Stop, look, and think. Don’t be fooled by the scammers. New

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Can art rehabilitation therapy aid in stroke recovery?

Research study looks into the benefits of art rehabilitation therapy for stroke patients <img src=”https://www.providencecare.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Art-Therapy-9-1024×646-1024×646.png” height=”646″ width=”1024″ alt=”Art Rehabilitation Study” class=”slider-11214 slide-11222″ title=”Art Therapy 9 1024×646″ /> Read the article by Providence Care Hospital in Kingston about The Art Rehabilitation Therapy Program. “Researchers with Providence Care’s Department

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Do some good, get your car washed!

Hands On Car Wash Opening on Saturdays Starting November 16, 2019 VOCEC’s Hands on Car Wash at Providence Care Hospital in Kingston will now be open on Saturdays.   One-hour express and exterior “Zippy” washes will be available by appointment. Prices start at $25! Book online or

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National Bereavement Day: November 19 2019

Event hosted by Bereavement Services of Kingston: National Bereavement Day Date: Nov. 19, 2019 Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Where: Providence Care Hospital Kingston Details: National Bereavement Day is on Nov. 19. Speakers will discuss  coping with grief together through living and grieving. To register please contact

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FREE Deepak Chopra 21-Day Meditation Experience

  The 21-Day Meditation Experience via an online, interactive program. Enjoy easy access to the daily program anytime, anywhere from your mobile phone, tablet, or computer. Learn more about Deepak’s all-new 21-Day Meditation Experience, The Path to Empowerment here. It starts Monday, November 4 2019. You’ll have

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The number of Ontario teens seeking help for self-harm at emergency departments has doubled in a decade…”Article in the Globe and Mail

The number of Ontario teens seeking help for self-harm at emergency departments has doubled in a decade. Read the article in the Globe and Mail by Erin Anderssen “One place to look for solutions may be Denmark, where, according to a new study published in October, self-harm

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Do you know how to navigate an intersection with a “Bike box”?

Kingston’s first bike box being installed at Princess and Division Streets. Bike Boxes allow cyclists to be more visible to motorists at intersections. Motorists cannot turn right on a red light at an intersection with a bike box. Image via City of Kingston. To learn more about

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CBC News Article on Domestic Violence

Domestic violence causes brain injuries, and advocates say not enough people are talking about it Read the article from Paula Duhatschek · CBC News · Posted: Oct 16, 2019 5:00 AM ET (Shutterstock) Related Stories Domestic violence and brain injuries are linked, says researcher Creating ‘a culture

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CBC News Article on one family’s wait for specialized care

Partner of Ottawa man with brain injury says he faces ‘inhumane’ wait for specialized care Read the article from Trevor Pritchard · CBC News · Posted: Oct 15, 2019 7:03 AM ET | Listen  and watch nine-year-old son interview his dad. Shawn Hill and Melissa Acheson with

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Ask the Expert Webinar

Webinar Q & A Session with Kenneth Pope October 23, 2019 at 7:00 PM Click: Webinar Registration  

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