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Benefits of Exercise>>> pg. 10 BCC Calendar >>> pg. 12 & 13 Edson News>>> pg. 17 Golfing For A Worthy Cause >>> pg. 21 Advertise with us! >>> pg. 4 Acknowledgements>>>pg. 22
Centre has long recently worked with youth in midget and passion that athletes, parents and coaches about public education concussion management. In 2012, this should be a key component amongst the wide range of services work saw 84 young athletes receive instruction and pre-season baseline cognitive testing such that players and
and supports offered. Public education coaches are prepared to manage a efforts include Brain Care Centres very concussion should it arise. Numerous popular Brain Basics workshop as well as tailored educational programming for businesses and local human and health service providers. It is this educational outreach that builds capacity in our communities and fosters understanding for individuals affected by brain injury. BCC also continues to work in the field research studies have documented that information and proper management of concussions at the time of injury can significantly reduce the risk of an individual experiencing prolonged symptoms. Such safe and effective management can also reduce the risk of the rare but very severe brain injury known as Second Impact Syndrome. Continued on Page... 16
Board of Directors>>>
President Past President Secretary Chief Financial Officer Treasurer Member at Large Member at Large Director Director Stephanie Boldt Lydia Kawun Tracy DesLaurier Kaitlin Cluff Ryan Barry Bruce Hirsche, Q.C. Quentin Ranson Nancy E. Cumming Frances Zinger
gcummings@braincarecentre.com steve@braincarecentre.com admin@braincarecentre.com Shamim@braincarecentre.com mike@braincarecentre.com nicole@braincarecentre.com madison@braincarecentre.com heidi@braincarecentre.com julie@braincarecentre.com mitchell@braincarecentre.com stephanie@braincarecentre.com teresa@braincarecentre.com lisa@braincarecentre.com jean@braincarecentre.com larissa@braincarecentre.com Janine@braincarecentre.com events@braincarecentre.com tannis@braincarecentre.com laura@braincarecentre.com
Community Engagement CoordinatorSignature Events Andrea Carroll Papirny Service/Support Coordinator. CAPCC - Edson Service Coordinator - Edson Tannis Arsenault Laura See
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Steve Boyd
Steve joined the staff of the Brain Care Centre on October 1st as Director of Fund Development. He will work with Centre staff in expanding our fundraising activities to support and expand the Centres Programs to assist clients with acquired brain injury. Steve brings a long history of Larissa St. Arnaud, BPE fundraising and legal experience to the Heidi Mast, BA Centre. Most recently, he spent 13 Heidi joined the Brain Care Centre Larissa has been a part of the Brain years as Vice President of the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation and team in June 2013 as a Service Care Centre team as a Director Corporate Relations at the Coordinator and is an active Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant Stollery Childrens Hospital Foundation. member in the public education since April 2013. She has been Prior to that he spent 8 years at TELUS program. Her previous work with supporting our clients in the youth and knowledge of social Occupational Therapy and the doing legal and regulatory work. Steve services has certainly been an asset Assistive Device Training Programs, is married with three adult children and to our agency! as well as managing the sport has considerable family history with concussion public education. acquired brain injury.
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Turner, Aaron P. PhD; Charles H. Bombardier, PhD; Carl T. Rimmele, PhD. "A Typology of Alcohol Use Patterns Among Persons With Recent Traumatic Brain Injury or Spinal Cord Injury: Implications for Treatment Matching." Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 84 [2003]: 358-364
THANKS TO: MELISSA, GRACE, THELMA, JOHNNY, JANE, SOBEYS Namao Centre, and all the FAMILY and FRIENDS who enjoyed the hot dogs and burgers.
The annual ABII (Alberta Brain Injury Initiative) Service Coordinators Forum was held on Oct 17 and 18th in Calgary. SABIS (Southern Alberta Brain Injury Society) hosted the event. ABII is funded by the Ministry of Human Services and brings together Service Coordinators within the Alberta Brain Injury Network (ABIN). Typically, the Service Coordinator and Administrator (Manager-Funder) meetings serve as the foundation of the forum. In addition to these meetings, presentations from brain injury service providers and related professionals take place. Moreover, the networking aspect of the annual forum affords coordinators the opportunity to establish contacts, thus facilitating the possibility of information sharing and collaborative project development.
distinct pleasure of co-presenting with our stalwart Provisional Psychologist, Lisa Baranieski. Lisas expertise in the areas of Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy did not go unnoticed by any in attendance.
the attendees with Personal Growth Questions Ideas, which will be a useful tool for other agencies looking to start up personal growth and mentorship programs. Indeed, BCC is looking at starting its own mentorship program; therefore, we will definitely be picking Joes brain in the near future! The final Presentation of the forum was entitled OHH Behave! The presenter was Deb Sibley from Alberta Health Services Behavior Rehabilitation Outreach team. Deb started the presentation by speaking about how perceptions and values impact behaviors and thus affect interactions with others -including clients. From there she transitioned into the identification of internal (e.g. brain injury) and external factors (e.g. change in living situation, presence of real or imagined threats) that drive behavior. She emphasized the point that behaviors do serve a purpose (i.e., the client is trying to communicate something). Deb concluded her presentation by focusing on the need to explore the root causes of behavior, set limits, discover coping strategies and find effective communication and behavioral intervention techniques. After a pleasant lunch at the hotel and the completion of Forum Evaluations, we were on the road again to Edmonton. The Forum is all over for another year! Thanks once again to Dennis Cooney and his wonderful team at SABIS for hosting the event!
Ours was the first presentation on Day 1 of the Forum. After we finished, we were able to sit back, relax and enjoy the privilege of soaking in information from the ensuing speakers. The next presenter was Valerie Bunz, a Social Worker with Alberta Health Services in the Calgary region. She gave a presentation on Brain Injury Family Interventions (BIFI). This service is the brain child of Dr. Jeffery Kreutzer and was designed to promote coping strategies for families experiencing maladaptive behaviors and emotions post brain injury. The BIFI was designed to meet six goals: Overall, I would rate the 2013 Forum as a 1) Provision of information regarding success, largely due to the fact that a clear symptoms/challenges post-brain injury outcome was achieved at the service 2) Help family members understand how coordinator meeting: the establishment of a the injury has affected the family as a committee comprised of 1 coordinator from whole each agency for the express purpose of 3) Teach problem solving strategies to sharing resources and addressing gaps, achieve personal and family goals whether these pertain to service delivery or 4) Teach coping strategies to facilitate staff development/retention. Significant emotional recovery issues that are identified at this committee 5) Instill hope by identifying progress, level will be brought to managers, who will personal strengths and helping families then bring them forth during meetings with access resources contract specialists from the Ministry. 6) Teaching Family members effective communication skills to develop In the administrators meeting, the managers support systems. Coordinator feedback met with Human Services Representative indicated that they would love to have Blair Addams. Nothing set in stone emerged such a program in the rest of Alberta. from this meeting; however the following were primary discussion points: In the afternoon of Day 1, the 1)The results from the formative assessment aforementioned Service Coordinator and of Human Services Initiatives is presently Administrators meeting took place. The day being reviewed at the ministerial level; concluded with an enjoyable wine and 2) Contract templates may change; cheese gathering from 4-6pm, in which all 3) Contracts will possibly be re-established the attendees were allowed to take their on a yearly basis professional eye glasses off and chat 4) Staff retention and development is of informally. paramount concern. On Day 2, the first presentation was entitled While Brain Care Centre did not host this Finding Purpose after Brain Injury. This is event, we nevertheless gave a presentation a new program that SABIS has developed. on Brain Injury and Addictions, specifically Joe Schreiber, the manager of SABIS, gave referencing the Substance Use and Brain the presentation. Furthermore, Joe had two Injury (SUBI) model, which has been put into of his clients, who have been successful effect at BCC and owes its origins to a participants in the program, come up and collaborative initiative between the Ontario talk about their experiences. This gave the Ministry of Health and CHIRS (Community presentation added impact. Joe provided
Brain Basics
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References:
http://biac-aclc.ca/what-is-it/ http://icahn.mssm.edu/static_files/ MSSM/Files/Research/Centers/ Traumatic%20Brain%20Injury% 20Central/CR2.pdf http://www.noninvasiveicp.com/ sites/default/files/straipsniams/ node_203/ physical_exercise_ob_TBI.pdf
Our summer/fall walking group was a success! Participating Brain Care Centre clients came out 3 times each week (rain or shine) to complete a 1 km walk. As a collective group, our clients walked enough ground to have completed the Vancouver Marathon!
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Brain Care Centre will be closed from December 23rd to January 2nd. We will reopen Friday January 3rd, 2014. Happy Holidays! :)
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BCC Reopens!
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access emotional support increase community involvement/ participation optimize level of independence learn about brain injury and effects electronic compensation strategies optimize personal support network cognitive rehabilitation life skill return develop personal wellness plan perceptual rehabilitation return to productive activity
Support Facilitation: To further enhance and support an ISP, Brain Care Centre offers a Support Facilitation program. This service includes one-on-one counselling sessions designed to assist individuals, couples and families with discovering and utilizing resources and strategies for maximizing wellness after brain injury. This process may include a review of intake information, identifying personal strengths and needs for support, goal setting, and information about brain injury, introduction to coping strategies and educational resources, and/or referral to community resources. For those needing additional support in building new skills in the community, Service Coordinators can refer individuals to the Supports for Community Living Service (SCLS). Occupational Therapy: Occupational therapy (OT) supports BCC service plans by enabling clients and families to manage cognitive and physical changes after brain injury. Occupational therapists have the skills to assess the cognitive and physical aspects of daily functional activities (i.e.: meal preparation, transportation management, managing appointments and schedules etc.). Typical goal areas for occupational therapy services include activities and tasks related to self-care, productivity and/or leisure. All goal
Self-Esteem: This course uses proven cognitive techniques to help individuals learn how to control the self-critical inner voice and build up a healthy sense of self-worth. You will leave this four session course with useful skills that can easily be applied to your day to day life and strategies to use when you face situations in which your sense of self-worth is challenged.
connected with others experiencing similar management systems as well as new systems Groups Womens Group: This psychosocial support challenges. This group meets on a bi-weekly as needed. group is for women living with acquired basis. brain injury. Areas of focus include information on the brain and brain injury, health and wellness, coping, and accessing supports. This group provides a safe environment in which group members can explore the many successes and challenges that are inherent in life with a brain injury. Through peer support, group members have the opportunity to normalize their experiences and learn from others experiences. Mens Group: A support group for males Substance Use and Brain Injury Group (SUBI): This support group for is for individuals struggling with addiction and brain injury. SUBI is a safe place for clients to recognize their symptoms that are common to brain injury and substance use, e.g. short-term memory loss, diminished judgment and mood disturbances. By sharing life experiences group members learn to recognize triggers and behavior, develop strategies for coping, build healthy relationships and access community with brain injuries to interact with peers and resources. This group runs weekly at Brain discuss strategies for overcoming trials and Care Centre. tribulations in their daily lives. Mens Group focuses on peer connection and building healthy communication strategies and encourages the understanding of brain injury in relation to various topics. Group members are encouraged to share their experiences, which facilitates discussion and understanding of brain injury among group members. Young Adult Groups (YAG): This group provides support for adults between the ages of 18-30 with a brain injury who encounter personal, social, and/or emotional challenges in their lives. Young Adult Group focuses on building social networks, community involvement, education on brain injury and various topics associated with promoting wellness. Opportunities for sharing, identifying and developing coping strategies and natural peer supports are explored during the course of each session. Care Givers Group: This group is designed for familial caregivers who are providing support to someone who has sustained a brain injury. Peer support is encouraged to assist caregivers in developing a stronger sense of their ability to cope and feel Budget Boosters: Do you have difficulty keeping track of your money? Is it hard to keep your bills straight? Do your spending habits reflect your priorities and values? Is your spending intentional and mindful? Do you hate budgeting, but like having money? help people make better financial decisions with confidence and find peace with money. This monthly group will provide financial advice, guidance and coaching and will include presentations on a variety of topics. There is also an optional mid-month drop-in space where you can come and ask one of the group facilitators about your personal financial goals. Workshops management skills have been affected by a brain injury will learn new strategies and techniques to improve their current time Dates may be subject to change. Please see the calendar for specific dates. Club CONNECT Communication Group: This twice monthly group promotes peer connection and healthy living and provides opportunities for discussion. Come and join us for a lively hour and a half of learning and discussion! Expressive Art Therapy: This group uses art, music and photography as mediums to help clients work through issues surrounding grief and loss. Stress, Worry & Anxiety: This group offers strategies to help clients develop more effective coping skills. Caregiver Skills Training Workshop: This four week interactive workshop is designed to educate caregivers on how to help their loved one to become more independent in functional activities. The methods you will learn are research-based and are widely used and trusted by professionals. This class is open to caregivers of individuals with brain injury. Active Living & Nutrition: This workshop lays the foundation for a healthy lifestyle. The workshop provides clients with information regarding eating healthy, using the Canadian Food Guide and ideas on how to be more active. Strategies can include how to shop on a budget, simple recipes and activity logs to help clients reach individual
Classes and Support Groups are offered to individuals with brain injury. (Brain Basics and Caregivers Group are offered to caregivers of people living with Brain Injury.) PRE-REGISTRATION and/ or an ASSESSMENT IS REQUIRED for all groups and classes offered at Brain Care Centre.
Time Management: Participants whose time Space is limited so please register early.
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Alberta Caregiver College is a virtual college dedicated to providing courses to enhance the knowledge and skills of caregivers to provide for their family member. Upcoming courses
The Alberta Caregiver College offers courses for caregivers (family, friends or neighbors) of brain injury and stroke survivors in the fall and spring. Courses are from 5:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M. and are held at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital at 10230-111 Avenue, Edmonton, and are available at various Telehealth sites across Alberta. The course is also available via webcast from your home please indicate on your form whether you are attending via Telehealth at one of the sites or via webcasting.
Conference Sept 25 27th 2013 in Kingston, Ontario. The conference was a wonderful opportunity to share the content of BCCs concussion program, as well as the results from our pilot year and to learn what other cities and provinces are doing to approach this growing challenge in our communities. Partners from the Neurotrauma Foundation in Ontario also presented their work on, and their approach to, this difficult concern. They agreed that quick access to medical professionals trained in concussion protocol is critical to ensure proper diagnosis and treatment. Teams from across the country further acknowledged that the areas for growth also include: A) More clearly defined return to school and work protocol B) A unified and consistent message C) More resources and information to assist those affected by non-sports related concussions The team at Brain Care Centre is actively working with a new group of young athletes this year to ensure they receive this very important information about safe concussion management. Visit our website for a link to these and other valuable concussion resources!
There are many issues that caregivers of a brain injury or stroke survivor may have to deal with when caring for their loved one.
Topics covered
Session 1 - Tuesday, October 15, 2013 Introduction and Overview of the Caregiver College Session 2 - Tuesday, October 22, 2013 Physiological Aspects of Brain Injury and Stroke (Understanding Brain Injury/Stroke) Session 3 - Tuesday, October 29, 2013 Functional and Mobility Issues after Brain Injury/Stroke (Physical and Occupational Rehabilitation) Session 4 - Tuesday, November 5, 2013 Brain Injury - The Invisible Injury (Cognitive and Emotional Changes) Session 5 - Tuesday, November 12, 2013 Stress and Coping Following Traumatic Change and Chronic Disability (Caring for the Caregiver) Session 6 - Tuesday, November 19, 2013 Community Resources for Caregivers of Individuals with Brain Injury and Stroke (Community Resources)
K-cups for Keurig Tim Hortons Gift Cards Laptops Ipads TV for front office Digital Picture Frame LCD Projector Raisers Edge Industrial Printer Industrial Shredder Office Space Volunteers
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For more information on the Drayton Valley Group contact Tannis @ 1-780-712-7560 or toll free 1-866-712-7560 For more information on the Edson Group contact Laura@ 1-780-712-7560 or toll free 1-866-712-7560
For more information on these groups or services provided in Edson and Drayton Valley please contact Brain Care Centre Toll Free at 1-866-712-7560.
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The Inaugural Brain Matters Charity Golf Tournament was a Huge Success!
Thank You
to the participants and sponsors!
PRESENTING SPONSOR
Brain Care Centre would like to thank the following volunteers for their support with the Brain Matters Charity Golf Tournament:
EXECUTIVE SPONSORS
Kalin Askin Barb Baer Pillay Felicia Boychuk Anne Brown Elizabeth Carlson Marieann Cummings Barb Coffil
Bear Stables
PRIZE SPONSOR
HOLE SPONSORS
Connie Luu Sarah Nolette Maureen OBrien Valerie Oczowski Lauri Pethick Dianne Pollock Rick Pollock
Grant Ericksen
FOOD & BEVERAGE SPONSORS
Natasha Robb Sepideh Sabouri Glen Schmude Dorsa Sobhani Carrie Vokey Josy Wicentowich Jean Wrathal
HOLE-IN-ONE SPONSORS
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Jim M., our wonderful guest speaker at the golf tournament, and his lovely wife dropped by the office this week with some adorable puppies. Needless to say the staff were happy to see them! Thanks for the visit, guys!
To find out more about event specific sponsorship for any of our signature events contact Andrea, Community Engagement Coordinator by phone 780-477-7575 Ext. 11 by email events@braincarecentre.com donate online: www.braincarecentre.com
DANNY DION
Apex Casino, St. Albert For more information please contact janine@braincarecentre.com
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Support to the BCC Brain Matters Charity Golf Tournament was AWESOME!!
High fives extended to all those who sponsored, golfed, donated auction items and volunteered at the August 29th BCC Brain Matters Charity Golf Tournament. It was a resounding success with perfect weather, golfing and brain puzzler challenges!
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