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Welcome to Mind Forward Brain Injury Services

Mind Forward Brain Injury Services is a not-for-profit charitable organization, completely funded by Ontario Health to provide community based rehabilitation and life-long support for adults whose lives have been touched by acquired brain injury.

Since incorporating in 1992, Mind Forward has been committed to offering services to all individuals touched by brain injury (including clients, family members and caregivers) based on an assessment of the individual’s needs and through a team approach to service planning and goal-setting. The client and significant others are welcomed as members of the program planning process, along with our staff and other experts.

FROM THE BLOG - Latest News

Behaviour Management Workshop

Many individuals experience a change in their pattern of behaviour following an Acquired Brain Injury. [...]

22
Sep

Mindful Movement

Mindful Movement group will teach Mindful meditations and movements to help easestress levels and increase [...]

22
Sep

Men’s Peer group

The men’s peer group is one of the most popular groups for our male clients [...]

15
Sep

Survivor & Caregiver Support Meeting

Our very own Clinical Services Manager and ABI System Navigator, Ashley Budd, will be guest [...]

08
Sep

ABI EDUCATION WORKSHOP

This workshop will provide an overview of the structure and function of thebrain. Gain insight [...]

08
Sep

Educational & Training Workshops

Mind Forward is excited to deliver free workshops to anyone who may need them. The [...]

30
Aug

Mind Forward Supports Overdose Awareness at Dufferin’s Annual Health Fair

Drug overdoses have become a public health crisis, with an increasing number of lives lost [...]

29
Aug

3 Chunky Monkeys Serenade Our Community With Love

The “3 Chunky Monkeys” are not just any ordinary performers; they are ambassadors of love, [...]

29
Aug

A Day in the Life of SIL

The Supported Independent Living (SIL) program is a vital service provided by Mind Forward. It [...]

25
Aug

Overview of Acquired Brain Injury

This article provides an overview of Acquired Brain Injury. The article informs on what a [...]

23
Aug

Staff Interview with Ivona

I’ve worked with Mind forward since April 2003. Over the years, I’ve had many rewarding [...]

18
Aug

Brain injury survivor graduates at York U Spring 2023 convocation

At Mind Forward Brain Injury Services, we, as an agency, are proud to acknowledge and [...]

16
Aug

upcoming events

Oct 11th 2023 – Behaviour Management Workshop – more info
Oct 11th 2023 – Mindful Movement Group begins – more info
Nov 8th 2023 – Pharmacology Health with Medications Workshop – more info
Dec 13th 2023 – Healthy Living Workshop – more info

Grants and Donations

Mind Forward Improves Infrastructure and Services Thanks to OTF Grants

Mississauga, ON – On Friday, June 30th, local MPP Natalia Kusendova-Bashta met with the team at Mind Forward Brain Injury Services to hear more about $264,200 in funding they received through two Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) grants in 2022. Read more…

Donate to Mind Forward Brain Injury Services

Your donation to Mind Forward Brain Injury Services will help us continue to support our clients and families whose lives have been changed by an acquired brain injury. Mind Forward Brain Injury Services does not apply an administrative fee or percentage to the processing of donations. Every dollar donated goes directly toward Agency programming.

We appreciate many forms of donations and accept monetary, merchandise, services and tribute donations. A charitable tax receipt will be sent to the donor through CanadaHelps.org or by Mind Forward Brain Injury Services. DONATE NOW…

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee and news

In November 2020, the Mind Forward Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee met for the first time to begin a journey like no other. The committee is a dedicated group of individuals with commitment to change. Since November, the committee has been very busy at establishing the foundation to the Agency’s equity, diversity and inclusion work. READ MORE…

Gender Equality Week

September 24 – September 30 is Gender Equality Week!Gender Equality Week is a dedicated annual [...]

23
Sep

Happy Rosh Hashanah

Rosh Hashanah, also known as the Jewish New Year, is a significant holiday in the [...]

15
Sep

World Suicide Prevention Day

World Suicide Prevention Day, observed on September 10th each year, is a global initiative dedicated [...]

09
Sep

Happy Raksha Bandhan

Raksha Bandhan is a traditional Hindu festival observed in India and other parts of the [...]

04
Sep

The International Day of Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition

The International Day of Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition, observed on August [...]

22
Aug

Happy Obon!

Obon is a traditional Japanese Buddhist festival held annually to honor and remember the spirits [...]

13
Aug

August 9 is International Day of the World’s Indigenous People!

The International Day of Indigenous Peoples, observed on August 9th each year, recognizes and celebrates [...]

09
Aug

August 1st Emancipation Day

On March 24, 2021, the House of Commons voted unanimously to officially designate August 1 [...]

01
Aug

September 30th – Orange Shirt Day

This Thursday September 30th is Orange Shirt Day. This day, first observed in 2013, was [...]

29
Sep

Our Programs and Services

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

Mind Forward Brain Injury Services offers a variety of community based programs across the MH and CW LHINs.

Our Seniors program includes provision of specialized staffing resources embedded within long-term care facilities to maintain placement for individuals whose behaviors may place them at risk.

The Supported Independent Living (SIL) program supports individuals who do not require the same level of support offered in ABI specialized assisted living or LTC; however are unable to live independently without putting their safety at risk. Our team provides ongoing in-home and community support which includes functional skills assessment and training.

We also offer three adult Day Programs in Mississauga, Orangeville and Oakville where clients have the opportunity to participate in a variety of groups and special events ranging from social and recreational activities, exercise and fitness, functional skill-building groups and daily drop-in hours.

ASSISTED LIVING PROGRAMS

Mind Forward Brain Injury Services provides assisted living beds with 24 hour/ 7 days a week staff support in Oakville, Mississauga and Brampton. Mind Forward Brain Injury Services supports five residential environments. These sites are designed to support a range of individuals, from highly structured living environments to long-term supported living. All residential placements are based on assessed need and focus on maintaining independent living skills and social recreational engagement in the residence and in the community.

CLINICAL SERVICES

Mind Forward Brain Injury Services offers a broad range of Clinical Services, including Psychological assessment and treatment (with access to a Psychologist on staff and a second consulting Psychologist), Neuro-Psychiatry consultation for medication management, access to a Registered Social Worker, behavioural consultation, family/caregiver counselling and support, and client counselling.

Mind Forward Brain Injury Services is also an approved Ontario Telehealth Network (OTN) hub to increase access to Clinical Services and community agencies.

UNMASKING Brain Injury

This month represents Brain Injury Awareness. Every year, Mind Forward celebrates survivors who are encouraged to share their life stories through art, discussion, and/or social media. With the support of Headwaters Acquired Brain Injury Group (HABI), and Mind Forward, these masks were submitted to Ontario Brain Injury Association (OBIA). Read more…

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