by Anna Golovkina | Sep 22, 2023 | Survivor Stories
At many of the VBIS’ community awareness booths at various farmers markets, individuals often open about their personal experiences with brain injuries. During one of these heartfelt exchanges, Debbie, an active VBIS volunteer found herself deeply moved by a...
by Anna Golovkina | Sep 22, 2023 | Tips & Tricks
When examining the intersection of TBI and Indigenous peoples in Canada, it is important to consider various factors that influence this complex issue. This fifth segment is written and researched by Kamal Narayana, a graduate neuroscientist student in the Division of...
by Anna Golovkina | Aug 18, 2023 | Tips & Tricks
Overdose and Drug Use This fourth segment is written by Jordan Parker – Education Coordinator at the Victoria Brain Injury Society. In BC, 19.2% of residents experience a substance use issue or mental health illness at any given day. However, research monitoring...
by Anna Golovkina | Aug 17, 2023 | Survivor Stories
Meet Chris, a remarkable client who has been an integral part of VBIS for over 12 years. His incredible journey with brain injury began like many others, with a lack of understanding about how it would impact his life. In fact, before discovering VBIS services, Chris...
by Anna Golovkina | May 4, 2023 | Survivor Stories
Bruises, broken bones or black eyes are easy to see, and the pain that radiates from them is understandable. But when it comes to brain injuries, they often go unnoticed. That’s why they are known as an invisible injury. This is often the case for victims of domestic...
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