What is an Acquired Brain Injury?
An acquired brain injury (ABI) refers to damage to the brain that occurs after birth and may be caused by a traumatic event or non-traumatic event. It is not a degenerative condition like Parkinsons or Alzheimer’s.
An ABI is not related to:
- A genetic disorder
- A developmental disability (e.g. Down Syndrome), or
- A process which progressively damages the brain (e.g. Multiple Sclerosis, Alzheimer’s)
What is the eligibility criteria for services?
- Primary diagnosis of an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) with medical documentation
- Between 16 and 65 years of age (persons 65 years and older are evaluated for services on an individual basis)
- Reside in Simcoe Muskoka
- Be medically stable
- Be an active participant in achieving mutually agreed upon goals
What is the application process?
Referrals can be made by the applicant or can be sent in by a referring source (i.e. hospital, doctor, case worker, etc.)
Once referral is received you will be contacted to set up an initial intake appointment.
Is there a fee for service?
No. Brain Injury Services Muskoka Simcoe is funded through Ontario Health Central Region and provides services to individuals with a valid OHIP card.
Where is Brain Injury Service located?
BIS Main Office in Barrie:
21 Essa Rd.
Barrie, ON
L4N 3K4
Programs offered throughout Simcoe Muskoka.
What services do Brain Injury Services Muskoka Simcoe provide?
- Adult Day Programs
- Recreation and Leisure Programs
- Individual Outreach
- Support Programs
- Brief Intervention Services
Does concussion qualify as a brain injury?
We do not have clinical services to assess, diagnose or treat concussion. Individuals experiencing persistent symptoms should be referred by their treating physician to specialized concussion programs.
