IPV Program

Intimate Partner Violence Program

Welcome to the Brain Injury Association Waterloo-Wellington's
Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) program!

The IPV-Brain Link program provides survivors and the community with much needed support and information about Intimate Partner Violence and Brain Injury.

A traumatic brain injury from an incident of intimate partner violence is an alteration of brain function or other evidence of brain pathology that is caused by external force. 92% of all IPV incidents involve blows to the head, face, and neck. Other causes could be from severe rotation of the neck, acceleration or deceleration movement, being held under water, or strangulation.

This public education program aims to increase awareness for frontline workers, friends, family, survivors, and organizations in the community in order to help increase the knowledge, understanding, and information surrounding intimate partner violence and gender based violence and brain injury.

Education

Adapted Yoga Series for Women with Brain Injuries

A FREE 60-minute presentation offered both in-person and virtually by our IPV Specialist, Christina De Bijl. Training is open to groups including EMS, counselling centres, social support workers, survivors, and more.

You can expect to learn:

Leading impairment categories of traumatic brain injury (TBI) along with mitigating strategies while working with an individual that could be at risk for TBI.
Subtle qualities or behaviours that may be present for individuals who have IPV related TBIs.
How you can help.
Resources for support.

Interested in booking a presentation? Click Here!

Christina De Bijl provides a short overview of what IPV is, its consequences, and what the presentation will cover.

Our 6-week Adapted Yoga Series for Women with Brain Injuries is designed to support individuals with brain injuries from Intimate Partner Violence.
This specialized program focuses on managing symptoms of stress and anxiety while fostering self-acceptance and self-exploration. Tailored for women who have experienced or are experiencing intimate partner violence, this series offers a compassionate space to heal and grow. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced yogi, all are welcome to come and participate in this supportive and inclusive environment.

Sign up here!

Screening Tools
Helps Screening Tool
Ohio State TBI Identification
Brain Injury Severity Interview
Abused & Brain Injured

IPV Supports and Resources

Help Lines

Shelters

Information & Resources

Contact Us

For program information, memberships, or to get in contact with us about having BIAWW present at your organization for frontline workers, staff, or community, about IPV + Brain Injury

Please contact us at
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