On June 15, partners from across Peel, Halton, and Dufferin gathered at Mind Forward’s head office to continue advancing the Acquired Brain Injury Pathway.
This work builds on ongoing collaboration across hospitals, community organizations, and system partners, all working toward a shared goal: creating a pathway that is clear, connected, and easier to navigate for people living with brain injury. As the work progresses, the focus has shifted from identifying gaps to refining how the pathway functions in day-to-day practice.
A key priority continues to be establishing a single, accessible entry point. Regardless of where someone first connects: hospital, primary care, community services, or through a caregiver, they should be able to access appropriate supports without unnecessary barriers or delays.
Partners also reinforced the role of shared care. No single organization can meet every need. By working collaboratively, with clear roles and communication, the pathway aims to ensure people remain connected to the right mix of supports across the system.
The group also explored how data will support the pathway moving forward. Tracking referrals, outcomes, and system pressures such as Alternate Level of Care (ALC) will help identify gaps, measure progress, and guide improvements over time.
At its core, the ABI pathway is not based on program acceptance. Every person living with a brain injury is considered part of the pathway, with a shared responsibility across the system to ensure they are connected to care and supports.
The June 15 meeting reflects continued momentum and strong alignment across partners, as the work moves closer to implementation and a more coordinated system of care.
Thank you to our partners from Trillium Health Partners (https://www.thp.ca/Pages/Home.aspx), Halton Healthcare (https://www.haltonhealthcare.on.ca/), Hamilton Health Sciences (https://www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/), William Osler (https://www.williamoslerhs.ca/), Toronto Rehabilitation Institute (https://www.uhn.ca/TorontoRehab), and University Health Network for sharing their expertise and commitment throughout this process. A special thank you to Judy Gargaro for co-hosting the session and helping guide thoughtful discussion and collaboration.
Together, we’re building a stronger and more connected system of care for our community.
