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Acknowledgments

The Brain Injury Association of Waterloo-Wellington would like to recognize the many contributors and supporters who have provided an opportunity for the development of this resource guide.


First we would like to acknowledge the significant work and effort of the following individuals: Rebecca Chauvin, B.Sc Honours Kinesiology Co-op, Gerontology Minor, University of Waterloo (UWO). Robert Silver and Patti Lehman, Executive Director, Brain Injury Association of Waterloo-Wellington.


We would like to acknowledge the contributions of the Neurobehavioural Assessment and Rehabilitation Program, UWO in particular to Dr. Eric Roy PhD., C. Psych. Clinical Director of the Neurobehavioural and Rehabilitation Program.


We would like to extend our appreciation to our professional contributors:
  • Betty Ann Schnurr, Bsc.Hon.Kin, C.K.
  • Deborah Aitkins, B.A., F.C.I.P.
  • Dr. Lorie Saxby, Clinical Neuropsychologist
  • Dr. John Cole, Psychologist
  • Gary L. Peter of Petker & Associates
  • Kim Helm, BscPT, CAFCI
  • Sheila MacDonald, M.CI.Sc. Reg CASLPO
  • Caron Gan and Reinhard Schuller of Bloorview MacMillan Children's Centre
  • Jillian Evans of Torkin Mans Cohen Arbus LLP
  • Janice E. Grevler of Torkin Manes Cohen Arbus LLP
  • Duncan N. Embury of Torkin Manes Cohen Arbus LLP
  • Ian Wollach of Rich Rotstein LLP Chartered Accountants
  • HealthSouth Corporation
  • Viola Nabrotzky and Courtney Gies of Petker & Assoc., Lawyers
  • Dr. Glen Johnson (Clinical Neuropsychologist - Traverse City, Michigan)
  • Active Home Rehab staff



Additionally, we would like to thank The Brain Injury Association of Chatham-Kent for sharing their resource book with us a tool for the development of our own. As well as the Ontario Brain Injury Association, (OBIA), the Neurologic Rehabilitation Institute of Ontario (NRIO), and the Insurance Bureau of Canada for their support with resources and reference materials.


We would like to show our appreciation to the Government of Ontario - Ministry of Citizenship - Community Access Ability program and the Government of Ontario-Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care for their financial support.


Finally we would like to acknowledge the Board of the Brain Injury Association of Waterloo-Wellington for their volunteered hours to write, proof-read, rewrite, edit and organize the contents of the resource guide.


Board of Directors
Brain Injury Association of Waterloo-Wellington

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    • Acquired Brain Injury
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        • Greeting Cards
        • Unmasking Brain Injury
        • Acrylic Paint Pouring
        • Fused Glass
        • Ceramics
        • Gupta Exhibition
        • Brain Art
      • Brain Connect >
        • Device Program
        • Tech Talks
        • Tech Guides
        • Tech Videos
        • Testimonials
        • Fraud Awareness and Financial Literacy
      • Brain Makers
      • Support Groups >
        • Drop-in Support Groups
        • Peer Support Program
      • Young Brain Circle >
        • Stress Management
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        • Apps and Technology
        • Mindfulness and Meditation
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    • Recovery
    • COVID-19 Update
    • Education Programs >
      • Grades 1-3
      • Grades 4-6
      • Grades 7-8
    • Family Caregivers: Introduction to Brain Injury
    • OBIA Helpline
    • Other Brain Injury Resources >
      • Coma Scales
  • Community
    • Associations in Ontario
    • Professional Directory >
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      • Case Management
      • Clinical Neuro-Psychologist
      • Occupational Therapist
      • Optometrist
      • Personal Injury Lawyers >
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