Business Details
27 Years
experience
Empowering Brain Injury Survivors Through Support
Founded in 1999, we are a dedicated nonprofit organization committed to supporting individuals with brain injuries and their families. Our team of experienced professionals provides one-to-one rehabilitative care, peer support groups, and family assistance programs tailored to promote independence and community integration. Through partnerships with Interior Health Authority, ICBC, and private insurers, we deliver outreach services across multiple communities in British Columbia. Our initiatives include art and music therapy programs, educational workshops, and advocacy efforts to raise awareness about brain injury prevention.With over two decades of service, we have supported over 8,000 clients and educated 16,000 individuals on brain injury prevention. Our approach combines personalized support with evidence-based strategies to address challenges related to executive functioning, housing, transportation, and income assistance. We operate an educational art gallery in Trail and maintain strong collaborations with local organizations to expand our impact. Our staff includes certified professionals in rehabilitative exercise, music therapy, and art therapy, ensuring comprehensive care for our clients.
Services
One-to-one Rehabilitative Care
Peer Support Groups
Family Support Programs
Outreach Services
Art Therapy
Music Therapy
Counseling Services
Workshops
Advocacy
Prevention Programs
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have 20+ years of specialized experience in brain injury support
- Our services are delivered through partnerships with health authorities
- We offer comprehensive outreach programs across 11 communities
- Our multidisciplinary team includes certified therapy professionals
- We provide both clinical and practical life skills support
Services
One-to-one Rehabilitative Care
Individualized support programs help brain injury survivors develop essential life skills and regain independence. Our trained professionals work directly with clients to address specific challenges related to memory, organization, and daily living activities. This tailored approach ensures each client receives targeted assistance that meets their unique needs and personal goals.
Peer Support Groups
Weekly and biweekly meetings connect brain injury survivors with others sharing similar experiences. These sessions foster mutual support, shared learning, and social connection in a structured environment. Facilitated by experienced professionals, the groups provide emotional support and practical coping strategies for participants at various stages of recovery.
Family Support Programs
Specialized support services for families and caregivers of brain injury survivors include individual counseling and group sessions. Our outreach workers provide guidance on managing care responsibilities while maintaining personal well-being. The program helps families navigate the challenges of supporting loved ones through the recovery process.
Outreach Services
Comprehensive community-based support available in 11 regional locations helps clients access essential services closer to home. Our outreach teams provide assistance with housing, transportation, income assistance applications, and court proceedings. This decentralized approach ensures broader accessibility to our specialized programs.
Art Therapy
Therapeutic art programs led by certified instructors help clients express themselves creatively while developing cognitive and motor skills. The Community Inclusion Centre in Trail showcases artwork created by brain injury survivors, providing both therapeutic benefits and opportunities for community engagement through its public art gallery space.
People
Tracy Hanson
Rehabilitative Exercise Instructor
Certified professional specializing in rehabilitative exercise programs tailored for brain injury survivors. Focuses on improving physical capabilities and functional independence through structured exercise routines.
Jason Thomas
Active member of the organization's professional team providing specialized support services for brain injury survivors. Contributes to the development and implementation of therapeutic programs.
Rebecca Harrison
Music Therapy Program Art Therapy Program
BFA-certified art and music therapy professional who designs and delivers creative therapeutic programs. Utilizes artistic expression as a rehabilitation tool to help clients develop cognitive and emotional skills.
Questions
What makes Kootenay Brain Injury Association unique?
We specialize in brain injury support with 20+ years of experience, offering both clinical therapies and practical life skills assistance across 11 communities.
How many people do you help annually?
We've supported over 8,000 clients since 1999 and educate 16,000+ individuals annually through our brain injury prevention programs.
What services do you offer?
We provide one-on-one rehabilitation, peer support groups, family assistance, art/music therapy, outreach services, and community education programs.
How can I access your services?
Clients need a documented brain injury diagnosis and must meet eligibility criteria. Contact us to schedule a consultation with required documentation.
Do you offer community programs?
Yes, we operate an educational art gallery in Trail and provide outreach services in 11 regional communities across British Columbia.
