Programs & Services
The Society provides support, education and advocacy for persons living with an acquired brain injury, their family, friends and caregivers through goal specific, unique and innovative programming.
These programs continue to evolve in response to ever changing needs.
Do you or a family member have a brain injury?
We offer a broad range of social and support services including:
– Individualized Support
– Group Support
– Disability Assistance
– Community Rehabilitation
– Care Management
– Referrals
– Resource Library
Powell River Brain Injury Society
Lol. No one wants to separate them. They are very closely attached. Hehe. From our garden this year.
Powell River Brain Injury Society
With heavy heart…
Leanne Kerntopf Obituary (2024) - Powell River Peak
View Leanne Crystal Kerntopf's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.
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Powell River Brain Injury Society
📢Announcement📢
The centre will be closed on Monday, August 5th (BC Day). We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday the 6th
Have a safe and enjoyable long weekend.
What is Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)?
An acquired brain injury is defined as:
Damage to the brain, which occurs after birth and is not related to a congenital or a degenerative disease. These impairments may be temporary or permanent and cause partial or functional disability or psychosocial maladjustment.
ABI Facts
Acquired Brain Injury is the leading cause of death and disability in children and young adults worldwide.
Approximately 70% of survivors are between ages 18 and 28. Males are twice as likely as females to acquire a brain injury.
Acquired Brain Injury is the leading cause of seizure disorders.
Half of all brain injuries are the result of motor vehicle collisions and falls.
The remainder are commonly caused by sport injuries (30%), work-related injuries, assault, illness or firearms.
Canadian Statistics:
165,000 new cases of ABI each year
36,000 sustain injury severe enough to require hospitalization
2,500 will die
9,000 injured survivors will require long-term rehabilitation
6,000 will live the remainder of their life with disability
Brain injury is a pervasive epidemic and it’s preventable
Every year in Canada and the U.S. there are new diagnoses of serious medical conditions:
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Credit to the Saskatchewan Brain Injury Association for the above
More fact sheets on this page: Fact Sheets & FAQs
Supporters
We acknowledge the financial assistance of the Province of British Columbia and Vancouver Coastal Health
Slater Vecchio Connected – A Brain Injury Blog
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News
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Executive Director – Job Posting
Posted on October 6, 2024
The Powell River Brain Injury Society is seeking an Executive Director for our dynamic team. The Society is a federally registered charity focused on the single purpose of acquired brain injury, including education & prevention, recovery, community awareness, and assisting those struggling with the new normal to increase quality of life for those living with the effects of an acquired brain injury. The successful candidate will oversee the operations, finances, programs of the organization, and will provide guidance and strategic direction to achieve the organization’s mission and goals.
See the full posting here
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Posted on September 10, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Executive Director Leanne Kerntopf.
We miss you!!!
See the obituary here.
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Financial Statements ending Mar 31 2024
Posted on July 15, 2024
Download the Financial Statement here
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Posted on June 30, 2024
