🙋 What’s the difference between an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) and a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?

ABI: Injury that has occurred since birth
TBI: Injury to the brain by an external physical force
Non-Traumatic Brain Injury: Injury to the brain caused by a disease or lack of oxygen, such as a stroke

📅 Coming up: @uhn.ca Toronto Rehab's 18th Annual Brain Injury Conference on Jan 30

This event features leading experts, along w/ interactive workshops on post-traumatic headaches, movement disorders, and legal issues in brain injury cases

Learn more & register: www.brainstreams.ca/event/toront...

💬 What’s one tip or strategy that has helped you or someone you care for after a brain injury? Share what you’re comfortable with!

Caring for a loved one with a brain injury? You’re not alone — we’re here to help 🫂

👉 Find tips, support, funding info, and more on our Caregiving page: www.brainstreams.ca/caregiving/

💙 Recovery isn’t about getting back to who you were — it’s about discovering who you are now.

📖 Read survivor stories at Brainstreams: www.brainstreams.ca/category/sur...

💭 What’s one thing you wish others understood about brain injury?

Your experiences and insights matter — please share only what you’re comfortable with. 💙

💭 Did you know?

Even mild brain injuries can cause lasting fatigue, sensitivity to noise and light, or make you feel more emotional.

Learn more about the injured brain: www.brainstreams.ca/about-the-br...

🔎 Looking for help returning to activities after brain injury?

Explore our guidance on pacing your recovery and returning to activities:
👉 www.brainstreams.ca/the-journey-...

📢 Updates to disability assistance in B.C.

Starting Dec 2025, couples where both partners receive disability assistance will get the same support as two single people. In 2026, couples with one partner who has PWD status will get higher earnings exemptions.

www.brainstreams.ca/news/barrier...

🌐 Did you know Brainstreams now lists providers who speak languages other than English?
Explore our new Multilingual Resources section, now featuring Mandarin, Cantonese, French, and Spanish.

Let us know if you know any others who should be added 💬

www.brainstreams.ca/resources/ca...

📅 Coming up: SPARK World Café on Nov 24

Join the Kelowna Women’s Shelter for their event bringing together survivors & service providers to share knowledge and resources on Intimate Partner Violence and Brain Injury in the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

👉 More details: www.brainstreams.ca/event/spark-...

💡Did you know?

Keeping your brain healthy starts with prevention, healthy living, and finding ways to care for your body, mind, and spirit.

👉 Learn more about maintaining a healthy brain: www.brainstreams.ca/about-the-br...

Everyone’s story matters 💙 If you’re living with a brain injury or supporting someone who is, we invite you to share your experience on Brainstreams.

Recovery is a long journey, and people need hope and community along the way.

👉 Submit your story here: www.brainstreams.ca/submit-your-...

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Spring is here! As the days grow longer and the weather warms up, it's a great time to get outside and enjoy fresh air. But with outdoor activities come new safety considerations.
✅ Wear a properly fitted helmet when cycling or skateboarding.

#SpringSafety #BrainHealth #BrainInjuryPrevention