Programs

Education

Introduction to Brain Injury

This two-part educational series provides an introduction to brain function, the effects of brain injury, common changes after injury, and the healing and rehabilitation process.

We recommend that all participants and caregivers attend this workshop, as it can validate experience and provide a deeper understanding of brain injury. Additionally, it provides an excellent opportunity to meet CBIS staff and others who are also just getting started with CBIS.

6 Pillars of Brain Health

This six-week educational series explores the Six Pillars of Brain Health, which have been identified by the Global Council on Brain Health as the fundamental components to maintaining brain health throughout our lives. Each week, we discuss one of the pillars: stress management, sleep, nutrition, physical activity, social connection, and cognitive stimulation. Participants will learn practical strategies to support lifelong brain health.

Morning Wake Up 10-10-10

This program is available on the CBIS YouTube channel and is a great way to start your day. Enjoy 10 minutes of exercise, 10 minutes of education, and 10 minutes of mindfulness to support overall brain health and well-being. Participating in 10-10-10 is an easy way to start integrating the 6 Pillars of Brain Health into your daily life.

10-10-10 happens LIVE on Tuesdays at 9am.

Social Connections

Let's Dine Out

This program provides opportunities to socialize, build connections, and enjoy community outings together.

Let’s Dine Out takes place from 11:00am-12:00pm on the second Wednesday each month.

Peer Social

Join us for coffee, conversation, and connection in a welcoming and informal setting. Participants can enjoy socializing with peers and occasionally take part in group activities.

Peer Social takes place on Fridays from 10-11:30am.

Social & Crafts

Bring a current project or try something new while connecting with others in a relaxed and creative environment. This program encourages social engagement, creativity, and peer support.

Social & Crafts takes place on Wednesdays from 1-2:30pm.

Social & Games

Enjoy a variety of games and activities while connecting with peers. This program promotes social interaction, cognitive stimulation, and plenty of fun.

Social & Games takes place on Thursdays from 10:30am-12:00pm.

Strength/Fitness

Balance Basics

This 8-week program is designed to improve balance and strength, build confidence, and reduce the risk of future injury. This is a movement class where you will be expected to be active, including both seated and standing exercises. This program integrates knowledge and movement where we learn what balance is, how it is affected after a brain injury and exercises that can help us challenge and maintain our balance.

Fitness Class - Level 1

This gentle movement program meets participants where they are physically and focuses on improving range of motion, posture, balance, relaxation, and overall well-being.

Fitness Class - Level 2

This fitness program focuses on building muscular endurance and cardiovascular health through low-intensity strength training and functional movement exercises.

Therapeutic/Support

Art With Tracey

Explore your creativity through guided, hands-on art projects in a supportive and enjoyable environment. No artistic experience is required.

Art With Tracey takes place from 1-2:30pm on the last Friday of each month.

Caregiving Support Group

This support program is designed to create a supportive space for those who are taking on caregiving responsibilities for individuals with brain injuries. Connect with other people in caregiving roles to share experiences and support one another.

Drum & Sing

Join our musician, Cael, for a fun and engaging music program that encourages rhythm, singing, social connection, and the development of neural pathways through music.

Drum & Sing takes place from 3-4:30pm on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month.

Equine Assisted Learning

This 6-week program takes place through Cowichan Therapeutic Riding Association. This program helps build teamwork, healing and leadership through therapeutic groundwork with horses.

Let’s Get Brain Fit

This interactive program engages participants in cognitive exercises, games, and discussion designed to challenge the brain, strengthen cognitive skills, and support neuroplasticity while connecting with peers. This accessible program takes place on Zoom, allowing folks to participate, learn, and make connections from the comfort of their own homes.

Brain Fit takes place on Tuesdays on Zoom from 10-11:30am.

Peer Support

This group program provides a safe and supportive environment to share experiences, discuss challenges, exchange strategies, and connect with others living with brain injury.

Peer Support takes place on Thursdays from 1-2:30pm.

Speech & Word Exercises

Challenge and strengthen communication skills through a variety of language-based activities that focus on word recall, word production, and cognitive-linguistic skills.

Speech & Word Exercises takes place on Wednesdays from 1-2:30pm.

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