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What does Cognosco mean? Find out in this issue of the Brain Care Centre newsletter. Also in this issue learn about the BCC Expressive Arts Program, Events coming up in 2013, how to throw your own Third Party Event for BCC, services offered at BCC and how you can get involved!
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Winter 2013 Issue 1
In this issue >>>
Winter Classes
Casino Update
Third Party Events
Become a Sponsor!
Cognosco
BCC In the News>>> pg. 4
Art Therapy Program>>> pg. 6
BCC Calendar >>> pg. 12 and 13
Edson News>>> pg. 15
Christmas Celebration>>> pg. 15
Volunteer Awards>>> pg. 16
What’s APP? >>> pg. 14
Advertise with us! >>> pg. 17
Acknowledgements>>>pg. 18
Get Connected! Like us on facebook! www.facebook.com
Follow us on Twitter @BrainCareCentre
Check out our Website: www.braincarecentre.com
Defy Limitations!
I have been doing a lot of thinking / researching around a new name for our newsletter and making sure it is our own! I came across the word “Cognosco”. It comes from the word cognition or cognitive and in Latin it means: “I know”,I think it really encompasses what we are doing with this print material!
From Wikipedia: The word cognition comes from the Latin verb cognosco (con 'with' + gnōscō 'know'), itself a loanword from the Ancient Greek verb gnόsko "γνώσκω" meaning 'I know' (noun: gnόsis "γνώσις" = knowledge), so broadly, 'to conceptualize' or 'to recognize'.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cognition My hope is that you come “to know” Brain Care Centre through this publication and I encourage you to send me your feedback on the new title. Sincerely. Editor In Chief, Andrea Carroll Papirny
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Message from the President >>> The Board is continuing to plan and prepare for strategic planning for BCC. The opportunities and the need for BCC in the community is significant and we want to make sure that BCC is able to reach out to the people that need the different services offered. I would like to thank all of the people that volunteered for the BCC casino. This is an important fundraising event for BCC and we are so grateful for your support. Lastly, we would like to welcome a new member to our Board, Nancy Cumming. Nancy comes to the BCC Board with lots of experience, including serving on the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation Board of Directors. We are excited to have Nancy join the BCC Board and look forward to having her as part of the team.
Brain Care Centre Staff Directory >>>
Board of Directors President Stephanie Boldt
#229 Royal Alex Place 10106 – 111 Ave
Edmonton AB T5G 0B4
Phone: 780‐477‐7575 Toll Free: 1‐800‐425‐5552
Fax: 780‐474‐4415
Phone: 780‐712‐7560 Toll free: 1‐866‐712‐7560
Fax: 780‐712‐7567
Mailing address Box 30105
Edson, AB T7E 1Y2
Street address 524‐50 Street Edson, AB
Executive Director Dr. Garnet Cummings Ext 30 [email protected]
Operations Manager Louise Jensen Ext 12 [email protected]
Office Coordinator Shamim Khanbhai Ext 10 [email protected]
Manager of Client Services & Contracts Mike Ryan Ext 24 [email protected]
Manager of Service Coordination/Education/Research Carolyn Biron Ext 19 [email protected]
Service Coordinator Barb Baer Pillay Ext 16 [email protected]
Service Coordinator Ashley Brosda Ext 22 [email protected]
Service Coordinator Julie Hanson Ext 29 [email protected]
Service Coordinator Jaimie Lylyk Ext 13 [email protected]
Service Coordinator Madison Steele Ext 14 [email protected]
Occupational Therapist Stephanie Silva Ext 36 [email protected]
Lead Support Facilitator/Counsellor Teresa LaRocque‐Walker Ext 23 [email protected]
Support Facilitator/Counsellor Lisa Baranieski Ext 15 [email protected]
Community Living Coordinator Jean Roy Ext 26 [email protected]
Program Assistant Mitchell Tokarak Ext 33 [email protected]
Volunteer Coordinator Janine Tremblay Ext 25 [email protected]
Events Coordinator Andrea Carroll Papirny Ext 28 [email protected]
Service/Support Coordinator.CAPCC Tannis Arsenault (780)712‐3241 [email protected]
Service Coordinator Laura See (780)712‐9789 [email protected]
Brain Care Centre In the News >>> Dealing with the ‘invisible injuries’
By Madeleine Smith, Volunteer Edmonton
Following his accident, my uncle looked the same, had his usual pleasant smile and hug but there was something that was profoundly different about him that I just couldn’t put my finger on.
After speaking with Janine Tremblay, the volunteer co‐ordinator with the Brain Care Centre, I understood exactly what she meant when she shared that brain injuries are the “invisible injuries.”
As a result, the impact is difficult to reconcile because outward appearances do not accurately reflect the reality of the cognitive and emotional changes.
Making things even more complicated is that one individual can hit his or her head in the exact same place as another person and have different symptoms!
Tremblay also explained that following a brain injury there is extensive support in the hospital.
Once an individual moves onto rehabilitation, support continues, but it decreases over time to the point that when people return to their “old” life much of that support has diminished; they have changed and those around them have to adapt in profound ways.
In some cases — like my uncle’s — there can be a breakdown of significant relationships and support systems.
It turned out he was a very different man following his injury, his marriage ended and his relationships with his children, friends and business associates changed dramatically as well.
Over the last 40 years, brain injuries have become a significant medical and societal concern.
In Alberta, there are about 5,000 new head injury cases requiring medical attention every year with between 1,071 and 1,429 Albertans requiring rehabilitation services per year.
Two‐thirds of all persons who sustain a brain injury are under the age of 30, with incidents being two times greater for males.
The impact is extensive in the lives of all involved and can touch their financial, intellectual, social, emotional and general health.
Fortunately the Brain Care Centre is a leader for excellence in brain care with a vision and mission to defy limitations for their clients.
They serve people in the greater Edmonton area and also communities west of the city: Drayton Valley, Edson, Hinton and Jasper.
They co‐ordinate services for individuals, offer a support facilitation program, and assist clients and families with managing cognitive changes after brain injury.
They also offer comprehensive, up‐to‐date information related to brain injury and community resources through their education programs.
The volunteer opportunities at the Brain Care Centre support and build on their professional client service approach that focuses on enabling clients to participate in the community and live a life as independently as possible.
“Leisure companion” volunteers are incredibly important in this work as they provide the support for clients to
participate in daily activities that most of us take for granted.
This can include working out at the gym, grocery shopping, going for a walk and just getting out for a coffee to fight against isolation.
The benefits to the clients are significant, but also can provide a needed break for the caregivers or significant others in the client’s life.
Tremblay shared that these volunteer roles are excellent for students who are seeking the practical experience that will enrich their post‐secondary education.
Volunteers are always welcomed in other areas including online volunteers who can use or develop their skills as writers, editors and graphic designers.
Event volunteers can participate in their up coming casino Jan. 23 and 24, or help with the annual fall fundraising gala.
Office volunteers have the opportunity to help with reception while education ambassadors promote and inform about helmet use and concussion safety — just two of many areas of information and community awareness offered.
Finally, the board of directors is essential to the organization and provides important and valuable volunteer opportunities.
If you are interested in providing your
time to support the vital work of the
Brain Care Centre, please contact
Janine Tremblay at
[email protected] or call
780‐477‐7575.
Reprinted with Permission from Madeleine Smith.
Two‐thirds of all persons who sustain a brain injury are under the age of 30, with incidents being two times greater for males.
Networks News >>>
Networks Ac vity Centre Society is a non‐profit organiza on that provides support for social and recrea onal
ac vi es to survivors of brain injury and stroke. We are very excited about all of the great programs being offered at the Centre. Whether you are interested in crea ve wri ng, art, fitness, sewing, or you just want to have a coffee and a game of pool, this is the place for you. If you would like one of our calendars and/or newsle er, please contact our office at 780‐474‐3363.
Our “Spring Fling” pub night and silent auc on will be held
on Saturday March 23rd, 2013 at Finnagan’s Bar, Bistro and
Billiards 13560 Fort Road, Edmonton. Tickets are $10 and
you’ll receive a complimentary hi‐ball or 12 oz. dra . Doors
open at 7pm and the silent auc on will go throughout the
night as well as some 50/50 draws. Please contact Networks
for ckets. If you would like to donate to our cause we are
s ll looking for silent auc on items (the more the merrier.)
All proceeds of this night will go to purchasing new tables
and chairs for the Centre.
Stroke Recovery Association of Edmonton:
Had a stroke? The Stroke Recovery Association of Edmonton meets at Networks Activity Centre (#214 Bonnie Doon Shopping Centre) the last Monday of every month at 7:00pm to give stroke survivors the opportunity to meet and share their experiences. We would love to see you and always welcome new members!
Our upcoming meetings:
Upcoming Meetings are;
Monday February 25th‐ Sandra Large (Psychologist from
the Glenrose) discussing emotional recovery following
stroke.
Monday March 25th‐ Open mic and Karaoke Night! The
floor is open for everyone to share, sing or just sit back
and watch the action.
In Memorium >>>
DELANEY, Kevin James Suddenly on Saturday, December 29, 2012, Kevin Delaney passed away peacefully at home at the
age of 29 years. Kevin is survived by his parents
Jim and Monica; sister and brother‐in‐law, Jaelyn and
Andrew; nephews, Ethan and Eli; loving fiance, Danae Opio; as well as extended family in Winnipeg and Calgary. He will be missed by his many friends who will miss
his laugh and smile. He was predeceased by his
grandparents, Jack and Florence Delaney; Anne and Howard
Daman‐Willems and best friend, Chris Thompson.
Memorial Service Thursday, January 10 at 4:00 p.m. at
Glenwood Funeral Home, south of Wye Road on range Road 232
in Sherwood Park. In lieu of flowers donations may
be made to STARS or the Edmonton Humane Society.
To send condolences please visit www.glenwoodmemorial.com
BABKA, Elke Gunda On December 5, 2012
Elke Babka passed away peacefully at the age of
72 years at the University of Alberta
Hospital. Elke is predeceased by the love of her life and soul mate Klaus, who
passed away three years ago. She is survived by family in Germany, and
had a special relationship with her
sister in law Marion Topfstedt of Berlin.
A Celebration of Elke's Life will be held on
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
at 1:00 p.m. at Eagles Vision Fellowship of Edmonton, 9861‐84 Avenue. Donations in
memory of Elke may be made to Parkinson's Society of Alberta.
There is excitement in the air!
Tentative strokes of a pencil, a splash
of paint, a giggle as someone hears
the soft tones of the xylophone, the
focused attention of a client
beginning to explore images of brain
injury and hope through a camera
lens…These are all part of a new pilot
program at Brain Care Centre this
spring. This program, Exploring Grief
and Loss through the Expressive Arts,
uses these media to assist individuals
with brain injury in exploring the
challenging emotions which prevent
them from moving forward in their
recovery. Grief and loss are common
themes among those affected by
acquired brain injury (ABI) and
traumatic brain injury (TBI). These
losses include, but are not limited to
employment, income, personal
autonomy, self identity, family and
friends; losses which are cumulative
and ongoing. As each person moves
through their journey towards
recovery, they experience a host of
emotions associated with grief and
loss.
In the literature, the stages of grief, as
proposed by Elizabeth Kubler‐Ross
(1969) involve numbness, shock,
anger, bargaining, depression, and
ultimately acceptance. More
contemporary models of the grief
process portray a cyclical path, in
which an individual may experience
those stages in less defined ways and
revisit these emotional stages
throughout their grief process. For
individuals with brain injury, such
cyclical grieving can be very normal.
The term “ambiguous loss” has also
been associated with brain injury.
Ambiguous losses are those which are
not “finite” and where the individual
can be “lost” but also “present.” For
an individual working through grief
after brain injury, there is a constant
reminder of who they were and who
they have become. For many,
revisiting these reminders is a
challenging and lifelong process. By
exploring these emotions and
examining their effect, the pilot
Expressive Arts Grief and Loss
Therapy Group can assist BCC clients.
Clients will be supported to move
forward, defy limitations and create a
“new normal” which is part of the
grief process.
During therapy in an expressive arts
group, members are invited to
explore their emotions related to loss
through different artistic mediums.
The expressive arts group at BCC is
comprised of three sessions each of
art, music and photography. In the
art themed groups, group members
study art work which depicts the
artists’ experiences of grief and loss.
The group members are invited to
create various works depicting their
own experiences of loss, of their
“safe space” and ultimately their
vision of the bridge between their
“old” self and their “new normal”
self. Group members have noted that
this experience has allowed them to
express emotions that they have
difficulty addressing and defining.
The final “art” themed project is a
“resilience” box. Inside the box
clients place pictures which represent
their losses; the outside of the box is
then used to create a collage of those
images of hope and resilience.
Jane Sutherland, volunteer and music
specialist, leads the music themed
sections of the group. Group
members listen to classical and
contemporary musical pieces which
the artists created to express
emotions of loss and sadness, and
alternately that express joy and hope.
Facilitators invite group members to
Exploring Grief and Loss through the Expressive Arts: A Pilot Program at BCC>>>
by Teresa LaRocque‐Walker, Support Facilitator/Counsellor
As a pilot program for Brain
Care Centre, the Expressive
Arts Grief and Loss Therapy
Group has the potential to
reach out to a broad range
of BCC’s clientele;
individuals who struggle
with grief and loss,
individuals for whom
aphasia creates language
barriers to self expression
experiment with various instruments to recreate sounds they associate with grief, loss,
hope and joy. As group members create their own music, their experiences assist them
in exploring their own paths towards recovery. Group members are invited to bring in
music of their choosing, to share the music which they use to express and understand
emotions associated with hope and loss. Through sharing, group members can connect
with each other, and feel supported in their own personal journey. Through the music
themed sessions, group members have the opportunity to create a musical journey
mirroring their collective experience of life after brain injury, culminating in an
expression of their place on the path to recovery.
The photography component of the Expressive Arts Grief and Loss Therapy Group is co‐
facilitated by longtime caregiver and volunteer, Mufty Mathewson. Mufty brings unique
gifts of both photographic and firsthand experience of this challenging journey. Mufty’s
daughter, who acquired a brain injury many years ago, has led Mufty to her own
exploration of these processes through the lens of her camera. Group members are
given some basic knowledge about photography and then explore topics such as colour,
dark and light, composition, the four elements and metaphorical representations of loss
and of hope. Group members then begin to capture images of their own experiences of
living with brain injury. Through the lens of their cameras, group members have the opportunity to ponder and focus on
their own perceptions of what brain injury has meant to them.
Through the collective lens of the group, clients are invited to share
and explore images of hope and resilience in their own lives,
capturing forever their own understanding of the unique journey
they are on.
As a pilot program for Brain Care Centre, the Expressive Arts Grief
and Loss Therapy Group has the potential to reach out to a broad
range of BCC’s clientele; individuals who struggle with grief and
loss, individuals for whom aphasia creates language barriers to self
expression, and those individuals who seek further insights into
defining self identity and creating that “new normal.” BCC’s slogan,
“Defy Limitations!” encourages clients to overcome barriers to
healthy coping, and to create the healthy and resilient life they
seek. This group has the capacity to open doors, foster insight, and
empowers clients to move forward in new and healthy ways.
References
Boss, P. (1999). Ambiguous Loss: Learning to Live with Unresolved Grief. Boston: MA. Harvard University Press. Gilbertson, S. & Aldridge, D. (2008). Music Therapy and Traumatic Brain Injury: a Light on a Dark Night. Philadelphia: PA. Jessica Kingsley Publishers. Kubler-Ross, E. (1969). On Death and Dying. New York: NY. Scribner. Thaut, M. H. & McIntosh, G. C. (2010). How Music Helps Heal the Injured Brain: Therapeutic Use Crescen-dos Thanks to Advances in Brain Science. Online Journal article available at: http://dana.org/news/cerebrum/detain.aspx?id=26122
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Raffles: Set up prizes or incentives and hold a raffle for a
chance to win things like a day off, company swag or
products, free lunch, or any other items. Or, hold a 50/50
draw that can definitely give you the extra push you need
to reach your fundraising objective.
Auctions: Host a silent or live auction at your next event,
meeting or in your office and have people bid on items in
support of Brain Care Centre.
eg. donated goods, vacations, art, furniture, handmade
goods, quilts, services, catered meals.
Other Galas/Parties: Essentially a ticketed event where
proceeds are directed to Brain Care Centre.
eg. black tie dinner, concert, garden tour, art show,
performance of a play, BBQ beach party, boat cruise, theme
party, dress rehearsal performance, food fair, gala
premiere, dance, celebrity luncheon, talent show.
Sporting Events and Tournaments: Host a sports game or
tournament with an entrance fee, or have participants raise
money to participate. Split the pot or donate it all to Brain
Care Centre!
eg. baseball game, football game, golf tournament, tennis
tournament, fishing derby, poker tournament, ping pong/
pool/billiards/darts tournament, soccer tournament.
Other Ideas:
BBQ
Bake Sale
Head Shaving
Loonie/Twoonie Drive
Car Wash/Pet Wash
Arts and Crafts sale/show
Automatic paycheck
contributions
Raise a set $ amount to make your boss/principal do
something: eg. dress up, make lunch for the team, etc.
Host Your Own Third Party Event >>> What are Third Party Events?
Third Party Events are organized by community groups (e.g.
school groups, unions or corporations) to help raise funds
necessary for Brain Care Centre to operate our programs to
help ensure that every person with an acquired brain injury
gets the assistance and resources they need.
A Third Party Fundraising Event is any activity by a non‐
affiliated group or individual where Brain Care Centre has
no fiduciary responsibility and little or no staff involvement.
However, we will support you and your event as much as
possible to help it be a success.
Event Ideas
The purpose of this list is to provide your group with
guidelines and suggestions only. Be Creative! The event is
what you make it!
Matching Gift: Before you organize any event approach
your employer to see if they have a matching gift program.
A matching gift is a charitable gift made toward a non‐profit
organization by a matching donor (e.g., an employer) under
the provision that an original donor (e.g., an employee) first
makes a gift toward that organization. Many employers
sponsor matching gift programs and will match any
charitable contributions made by their employees. This is a
great way to double your fundraising efforts!
Holiday Party: Is your office hosting a Holiday Party this
year? Consider making Brain Care Centre your charitable
partner and asking employees to make a donation in lieu of
a Secret Santa. Or consider making one larger donation on
behalf of your organization instead of individual gifts this
year. Often companies will consider matching a portion of
the donations made, so set a Fundraising Goal of $1000 or
more and start a holiday drive. Celebrate your success at
your Holiday Party.
A‐thons: Almost any activity can be made into an “A‐Thon.”
Get participants to raise pledges and sign up for any
number of a‐thon appropriate activities.
eg. walk, skip, read, bike, dance, knit, swim, bowl, skate,
aerobics.
BCC Services >>> Service Coordination: Brain Care Centre
coordinates services for individuals
(aged 18 or older) and families who are
affected by brain injury. Our service area
not only includes the greater Edmonton
region but also communities west of the
city including Drayton Valley, Edson,
Hinton and Jasper. During the intake
meeting, the Service Coordinator and
the client identify areas of need in which
service provision will be required. The
outcome of the intake meeting is to
formulate an Individual Service Plan
(ISP) which serves to assist people with
injury to connect with community
resources and services. Some common
goal areas include:
Housing
Financial
Education
Health
Vocation
Cognitive strategies
Physical health
Adjustment support
Social skills training
Co‐existing diagnoses
Advocacy
Support Facilitation: To further enhance
and support an ISP, Brain Care Centre
offers a Support Facilitation program.
This service includes one to one
counselling sessions designed to assist
individuals, couples and families with
discovering and utilizing resources and
strategies for maximizing wellness after
brain injury. This process may include a
review of intake information, identifying
personal strengths and needs for
support, goal setting, and information
about brain injury, introduction to
coping strategies and educational
resources, and/or referral to community
resources. For those needing additional
support in building new skills in the
community, Service Coordinators can
refer individuals to the Supports for
Community Living Service (SCLS).
Occupational Therapy: Our
rehabilitation professionals assist clients
and families with managing cognitive
changes after brain injury. Focus is on
enabling participation in the community
and independence in life. Therapists
meet individually with participants to
set goals and work on skill development
and applying strategies in real‐life
situations. Goal areas may include using
public transit, self‐care skills and more.
Formal assessments help staff create
tailored plans with clients. These include
independent living skills, cognitive
ability, general ability, memory,
vocational interest, social and
communication skills, and performance
in domestic activities. Referral to
community rehabilitation services can
be made through a Brain Care Centre
Service Coordinator.
Information & Education: Brain Care
Centre offers comprehensive, up‐to‐
date information related to the effect of
brain injury on individuals, families and
the community. Please contact the
office for information on how to
arrange an education session.
Brain Basics: An Evening of Education
and Understanding is a course offered
once per month. Please contact Brain
Care Centre’s Office Coordinator for
information and registration.
Life Skill Classes
Understanding Brain Injury: This four
session course is designed to offer
information to individuals with acquired
brain injury who are interested in
learning more about the brain, brain
injury and strategies for positive living.
Self‐Esteem: This course uses proven
cognitive techniques to help individuals
learn how to control the self‐critical
inner voice and build up a healthy sense
of self worth. You will leave this four
session course with useful skills that can
easily be applied to your day to day life
and strategies to use when you face
situations in which your sense of self
worth is challenged.
Effective Communication: This course
will discuss how brain injury can affect
communication and social skills. You will
learn about types of communication,
effective listening, and perspective
taking. Practical strategies for conflict
resolution and assertiveness will be
taught and practiced in this 6‐class
course.
Executive Functioning: This course
offers practical strategies for planning,
problem‐solving, attention, goal‐setting,
and decision‐making. Participants will
also develop awareness of their
strengths and areas for improvement in
this interactive course.
Memory & Attention: This class offers
the opportunity to learn practical
strategies for managing memory and
attention concerns after brain injury.
Participants will set goals and receive
support for applying strategies to
everyday life.
Groups Women’s Group: Focuses on issues
related to women, health and wellness,
and provides opportunities for peer
support. Members of this group will
have the opportunity to explore the
many successes and challenges
associated with living with brain injury.
Men’s Group: A peer support group for
adult males with acquired brain injury.
This group focuses on issues related to
health and wellness, changing roles,
employment issues as well as the grief
and loss associated with brain injury.
Young Adult Groups: The Young Adult
Groups (YAG) are for young adults
between the ages of 18 and 30. These
groups focus on support, personal
growth and community inclusion. In
collaboration with Networks Activity
Centre, these groups include a
recreational component.
Caregivers’ Group: This group is
designed for caregivers who are
providing support to someone who has
sustained a brain injury. Peer support is
encouraged to assist caregivers in
developing a stronger sense of their
ability to cope and feel connected with
others experiencing similar challenges.
Substance Use and Brain Injury Group
(SUBI): A 10 week support group for
individuals struggling with addiction
and brain injury.
Club CONNECT Communication Group:
This group promotes peer connection,
healthy living and provides
opportunities for discussion. Come and
join us for a lively hour and a half of
learning and discussion. Snacks
provided!
Workshops
Time Management: Participants
whose time management skills have
been affected by a brain injury will learn
new strategies and techniques to
improve their current time
management systems as well as new
systems as needed.
Stress Management: This workshop
will discuss the nature of stress and
introduce strategies for preventing and
managing stress in your day to day life.
Nutrition: Learn about good nutrition,
assess your eating habits, learn to read
labels and prepare delicious healthy
meals.
Expressive Art Therapy: This
group uses art, music and
photography as mediums to
help clients work through
issues surrounding grief and
loss.
Anxiety and Worry: This
group offers strategies to
help clients develop more
effective coping skills.
Electronic Devices
Assistance
Community Living Program
Computer training and 1‐1
assistance with iPhone, iPad,
and most other personal electronic
devices.
Group classes include Facebook, Skype,
Internet Safety and Identity Theft.
Please contact Jean, Community Living
Coordinator at 780‐477‐7575 ext. 26 for
more information.
Classes and Support Groups are offered
to individuals with brain injury.
(Brain Basics and Caregivers’ Group are
offered to caregivers of people living
with Brain Injury.)
PRE‐REGISTRATION and/ or an
ASSESSMENT IS REQUIRED for all
groups and classes offered at Brain Care
Centre.
Space is limited so please register early.
Dates may be subject to change.
Please see the calendar for specific
dates.
Drayton Valley BI Group First and Third Monday of each month
@ Mitch’s #102 4341 50 Street 1:00pm‐ 3:00pm
Edson Support Group
First and third Wednesday of each month @ Brain Care Centre Edson office
524‐ 50 Street 1:00pm – 3:00pm
For more information on these groups or
services provided in
Edson and Drayton Valley
please contact Brain Care Centre
Toll Free at 1‐866‐712‐7560.
March 2013
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri
1 Women’s Group 10‐11:30am
4 Expressive Arts Therapy 1:30‐3:00pm
5 Brain Basics 6:30‐9pm
6 Men’s Group 1:30‐3pm
7 SUBI 3:15‐4:30pm Caregivers 7‐9pm YAG 7‐9pm
8 Women’s Group 10‐11:30am
11 Expressive Arts Therapy 1:30‐3:00pm
12 UBI 1:30‐3:00
13 Club Connect 1:30‐3pm
14 UBI 1:30‐3:00 SUBI 3:15‐4:30pm YAG 7‐9pm
15 Women’s Group 10‐11:30am
18 Expressive Arts Therapy 1:30‐3:00pm
19 UBI 1:30‐3:00
20 Men’s Group 1:30‐3pm
21 UBI 1:30‐3:00 SUBI 3:15‐4:30pm Caregivers 7‐9pm YAG 7‐9pm
22 Professional Development Day
OFFICE CLOSED
25 Expressive Arts Therapy 1:30‐3:00pm
26
27 Club Connect 1:30‐3pm
28 SUBI 3:15‐4:30pm YAG 7‐9pm
29 Good Friday
OFFICE CLOSED
UBI : Understanding Brain Injury
YAG : Young Adult Group SUBI : Substance Use + Brain Injury
February 2013 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri
4 Expressive Arts Therapy 1:30‐3:00pm
5
6 Men’s Group 1:30‐3pm
7 SUBI 3:15‐4:30pm Caregivers 7‐9pm YAG 7‐9pm
8 Women’s Group 10‐11:30am
11 Expressive Arts Therapy 1:30‐3:00pm
12 Effective Communication 1:30‐3:00pm
13 Club Connect 1:30‐3pm
14 Valentine’s Day Effective Communication 1:30‐3pm SUBI 3:15‐4:30pm YAG 7‐9pm
15 Women’s Group 10‐11:30am
18 Family Day
OFFICE CLOSED
19 Effective Communication 1:30‐3:00pm
20 Men’s Group 1:30‐3pm
21Effective Communication
1:30‐3pm SUBI 3:15‐4:30pm Caregivers 7‐9pm YAG 7‐9pm
22 Women’s Group 10‐11:30am
25 Expressive Arts Therapy 1:30‐3:00pm
26 Stress Management 1:30‐3:00pm
27 Club Connect 1:30‐3pm
28Stress Management
1:30‐3:00pm SUBI 3:15‐4:30pm YAG 7‐9pm
Caregivers 7‐9pm
(Edmonton)
May 2013 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri
1 Men’s Group 1:30‐3pm
2 Self Esteem 1:30pm‐3pm SUBI 3:15‐4:30pm Caregivers 7‐9pm YAG 7‐9pm
3 Women’s Group 10‐11:30am
6
7 Self Esteem 1:30pm‐3pm Caregivers Skills Training 7pm‐9pm
8 Club Connect 1:30‐3pm
9 Self Esteem 1:30pm‐3pm SUBI 3:15‐4:30pm YAG 7‐9pm
10 Women’s Group 10‐11:30am
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14 Caregivers Skills Training 7pm‐9pm
15 Men’s Group 1:30‐3pm
16 SUBI 3:15‐4:30pm YAG 7‐9pm Caregivers 7‐9pm
17 Women’s Group 10‐11:30am
20 Victoria Day
OFFICE CLOSED
21Anxiety & Worry 1:30pm‐3pm Caregivers Skills Training 7pm‐9pm
22 Men’s Group 1:30‐3pm
23 Anxiety & Worry 1:30pm‐3pm SUBI 3:15‐4:30pm YAG 7‐9pm
24 Women’s Group 10‐11:30am
27 28 Anxiety & Worry 1:30pm‐3pm
Caregivers Skills Training 7pm‐9pm
29 Club Connect 1:30‐3pm
30Anxiety & Worry 1:30pm‐
3pm SUBI 3:15‐4:30pm YAG 7‐9pm Caregivers 7‐9pm
31 BCC BIAM Breakfast 7am‐9am Ramada Inn & Conference Centre
YAG : Young Adult Group
SUBI : Substance Use + Brain Injury
April 2013 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri
1 Easter Monday
OFFICE CLOSED
2 Memory & Attention 1:30pm‐3pm
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Men’s Group 1:30‐3pm
4Memory and Attention 1:30‐3pm SUBI 3:15‐4:30pm Caregivers 7‐9pm YAG 7‐9pm
5 Women’s Group 10‐11:30am
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9 Brain Basics 6:30‐9pm Memory & Attention 1:30pm‐3pm
10 Club Connect 1:30‐3pm
11 Memory and Attention 1:30‐3pm SUBI 3:15‐4:30pm YAG 7‐9pm
12 Women’s Group 10‐11:30am
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25 SUBI 3:15‐4:30pm YAG 7‐9pm
26 Women’s Group 10‐11:30am
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YAG : Young Adult Group
SUBI : Substance Use + Brain Injury
JUNE IS… Brain Injury Awareness Month (BIAM): Building
Capabilities after Brain Injury / Stroke
Brain Care Centre “BIAM” Kickoff
Breakfast
May 31, 2013 7:00am – 9:00am
Ramada Conference Centre Edmonton
Address: 11834 Kingsway NW, Edmonton, AB T5G 3J5 Brain Care Centre Brunch
June 7, 2013 11:00am – 1:00pm
Edson Recreation Complex
Edson, AB
More details to follow
August 2013 – Brain Care Centre Inaugural Golf
Tournament!
August 29, 2013 8:00am—2:00pm
Lewis Estates Club Course
We are excited to present the inaugural BCC golf tournament in support of Brain Care Centre programming & support services! If you are interested in participating in or sponsoring this event please
Defy Limitations Gala
November 2013…prepare to be amazed.
For sponsorship & marketing opportunities please contact Andrea. For more details on upcoming events contact Andrea,
Events Coordinator at 780‐477‐7575 Ext 28 or via email at
Stay connected via Twitter for all upcoming events! @BrainCareCentre
Upcoming Events >>> Continued from Page 8…
Tips for Success
The most important way to ensure that your event is suc‐
cessful is to plan carefully. Start with brainstorming event
ideas, then develop a work plan and set deadlines for
tasks to be accomplished. Also ensure that your budget is
realistic and keep detailed records of your expenses.
Make sure everyone knows what they are responsible and
accountable for.
Don’t forget to promote your event and your fundraising
goals! The more people you get involved the more money
you can raise.
Are you interested in hosting an event?
Third party events are an important part of our fundrais‐
ing efforts and we look to our supporters to help us reach
out to their networks, work places, and community
groups in order to reach our fundraising goals.
It is easy to support Brain Care Centre by hosting your
own third party event, and this package includes a num‐
ber of ideas in order to help you get started. Every little
bit helps and we appreciate your efforts to help us raise
money to continue to support persons with acquired
brain injury.
Once you have decided what type of
event you would like to hold please
contact Andrea Papirny at
780‐477‐7575 ex.28 or go to our
website www.braincarecentre.com and download a copy
of our Third Party Event Guidelines.
There’s an APP for That!! >>> by Jean, Community Living Coordinator
Stress is a part of our busy lives and managing stress can be a challenge. The
Breathe2Relax app is a great tool in helping provide informa on on the effects of
stress and provides instruc on in breathing exercises. Breathing exercises have
been documented to decrease “fight or flight” stress response. It can help with
mood stabiliza on, anger control and anxiety. This is a free App. Try it out, this
maybe the app for you.
For more information about other events
happening throughout Edmonton for “BIAM”
please go to our website at www.edmontonbiam.com
BI support groups are well attended in Drayton Valley and
Edson happening 2x per month; 1st Monday and 3rd Monday in
Drayton Valley and the first Wed and 3rd Wed in
Edson. Coordinators have been assisting clients with winter
budgets and Christmas expenses.
Winter months brings some challenges for transportation and
support has been needed to get clients to crucial
appointments.
Edson News >>>
Christmas Celebration >>> In early December Brain Care Centre, Networks Activity Centre, and
WJS hosted the 2012 Annual Christmas Party, inviting clients, caregivers, and family to come celebrate the festive season with the staff of each participating organization. The evening was a great success and enjoyed by all. Thanks to Networks President Debbie
Jackman for being such a wonderful emcee and to all our volunteers who helped make the evening run so smoothly. Special thanks to the Old Scona High School Brain Care Youth for coming to volunteer and lead the carol singing, Brain Awareness Movement for helping give the royal treatment to our clients, and Madison, Kris, and Tracy for
coordinating the event on each organization’s behalf. We couldn’t have done it without you!
Source: http://pinterest.com/pin/156640893261639847/
Every year Brain Care Centre recognizes outstanding volunteer achievements with the BCC Volunteer Awards. Being that the volunteer program has grown and changed so much over the past year, it is almost impossible for our staff to choose recipients on our own. With that said, we are asking for your help in nominating volunteers you think deserve the coveted BCC Volunteer Awards!
There are two categories in which a volunteer can be nominated:
1. Outstanding Service to Brain Care Centre ‐ This award is intended to recognize an individual who has made volunteer
contributions to Brain Care Centre over a sustained period of time which contributed positively to the advancement and
image of Brain Care Centre.
2. Leader of Tomorrow ‐ This award is intended to recognize a student who has made outstanding volunteer contributions to Brain Care Centre, contributing to the betterment of their fellow students and to the Brain Care Centre community as a whole.
Brain Care Centre is now accepting nominations for this year's volunteer awards. Please contact Janine
([email protected]) for more details and nominate a deserving volunteer today!
The Deadline for submission is April 1st, 2013.
The awards will be ceremoniously handed out at our upcoming event for
National Volunteer Week April 21st‐27th. Stay tuned for more details
regarding the event!
Volunteers Rock!!
Get Connected!
Like us on facebook! www.facebook.com
Follow us on Twitter—@BrainCareCentre
Check out our Website: www.braincarecentre.com
Our Bi‐annual Casino Fundraiser took place on January 23rd and24th, 2013 despite the threat of Mother Nature and her snow storms. It has been recorded that the Wednesday of the Casino hit record numbers!! We are so proud of the amazing team of volunteers we had working both days, and very thankful to our General Managers who kept morale up and everyone laughing and smiling. A HUGE Thank you to the following:
Ryan Barry, Stephanie Boldt, David Borgstrom, Faron Cahoon , Jasmin Churko, Kaitlin Cluff, Tracy DesLaurier, Emilie Draper, Jackie Draper, Dean Easton, Gary Gutscher, Grace Lu, Shirley Hall, Hanhmi Huynh, Soren Jensen, Kelvin Jones, Laura, Ken Looten, Jeremy Maitland, Cat McDonald, Bill Mathewson, Mufty Mathewson, Nancy Tran, Maureen O’Brien, Olivia, Justin Quedado, Quentin
Ranson, Hana Razga, Margaret Russell, Norman Strong, Shannon Wood
We appreciate your time and effort so much!
Casino Update>>>> Thank you SO much to our school groups:
Old Scona High School Brain Care Youth (BCY) &
Brain Awareness Movement (BAM)
For helping us with our Christmas
Celebration!
Not only did they volunteer their time, but
BCY also donated some really great goody
bags to all our guests!
Become a Sponsor of BCC>>>
Every year Brain Care Centre must raise funds to supplement the revenues obtained through contracts and
grants in order to continue providing innovative programs and services. In addition to serving those directly
affected by brain injury, Brain Care Centre strives to continue expanding its role in public education and
prevention efforts. Funds for these and many other Brain Care Centre initiatives are made possible through
private sponsorships as well as major fundraising events . As a partner with Brain Care Centre, you will become
leaders in the mission toward total brain care, from prevention to reintegration.
Partnering with Brain Care Centre will give you a chance to be a part of any established events or be a part of
creating something new and innovative. Brain Care Centre has two major annual events: The Brain Care Centre
Breakfast that kicks off Brain Injury Awareness Month in June and the Brain Care Centre Charity Gala in the fall
which includes: dinner, live and silent auctions and a keynote presentation highlighting the issues of today and
how Brain Care Centre is the solution! Spread throughout the year are several community events that provide
education and awareness about the issues of brain injury and what Brain Care Centre is doing to help. Brain
Care Centre is wiling to accept sponsorship by means of in‐kind donations or cash donations. Both methods
count towards the sponsorship levels.
To find out more about a specific sponsorship level or to make a donation please contact
Dr. Garnet Cummings
by phone 780‐477‐7575 Ext. 30
donate online: www.braincarecentre.com
Corporate Platinum Sponsorship $40,000 +
Gold Sponsorship $15,000—$39,999
Silver Sponsorship $5,000—$14,999
Bronze Sponsorship $1500—$4,999
Friends of BCC—$100—$1499
Please donate today!
Advertising Space Cost Per Issue Cost Per Year (4 Issues)
Business Card (0.125) $100 $300
1/4 Page (0.25) $200 $600
1/3 Page (0.33) $270 $810
Half Page (0.5) $400 $1,200
Full Page (1) $800 $2,400
Distribution of this publication is
anticipated to be a minimum of 1100
copies per issue. The distribution area
reaches from Edmonton and
surrounding areas to Jasper and
surrounding areas. Cognosco is not
only printed, but hosted on our website
(www.braincarecentre.com) and
posted on our social media sites.
Human Services ‐ Disability Policy and Supports Division
Thank You For Your Support!
Sincere thanks is extended to those who supported
the BCC Mailout Campaign 2012:
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, Paniak Psychological Services Inc.‐ Dr. Chris Paniak, Allison Akgungor, Wilf
& Lois Aspenes, Lyle Ayers, Mrs. Joan A. Baer, Monique Bielech, Yvon & Lucie Blanchette, Doug & Maureen
Bliss, Stephanie Boldt, Dale M. Bowes, Elsie Boychuk, Wm.E. (Bill) and Alberta M. Boytzun, Darlene Caldwell,
Dr. Garnet and Dr. Greta Cummings, Darryl W.J. Davidson, Rosalyn Delehanty, Trevor Dodd, Monique and
Douglas Duval, Lorne Ertman, Harvey Ford, Christopher and Victoria Gillard, Shirley & Roger Hall, Heather
Halpenny, Inga Hansen, Judy Henderson, Ada Hole, Roger Jackson, Moyra Johnson, Anne‐Marie Kallal,
Chung Yow & Kazao Kawata, Helen Majeed and Family, Jan Madsen, Stephen & Lynn Mandel, Gordon &
Agneta McKenzie, Colleen and Brad Mole, Dr. Julianna Nagy, Joan Parker, Glen Perschbacher, Thomas E
Plupek, Dr. Bruce & Dr. Margaret Ritchie, Elaine Roberts, Gioia Sallustio‐Jarvis, Henry & Hilda Stasiuk, David
and Laureen Swann, Susan & Bill Taylor.
Brain Care Centre Platinum Sponsor
Donations were received to honour:
Nancy Brine, William Czar, Mary
Dodd, the daughter of Patricia
MacCalder, Michael Murphy,
Terry O’Dwyer, Kim Robinson,
Brenda Tessier.
Brain Care Centre acknowledges the gracious ongoing support from:
Alberta Health Services; Alberta Human Services ‐ Disability Policy and Supports Division; ATCO Gas; Braithwaite
Boyle, Ken Braithwaite; City of Edmonton, Community Services Advisory Board; Cummings, Andrews & Mackay
LLP; Foundation Psychological Services LTD., Dr. Marty Mrazik; Mitch's Restaurant (Drayton Valley), Kahldoun
Mahmoud; United Way of Calgary ‐ Donor Choice Program; Anonymous; Dorothy Astle; Ellen Atkinson; Inez
Foster; Linda Haswell; Lorena Karoles; Leslie Lovelin; The Mossman Family; Mary Nelson; Ethel Robinson;
Eugene and Adeline Sapiuk; Kenneth Shields, Velma Sterenberg; Cassidy Tomma; Ms. Suzanne Vallee; Ken
Wenzel; Thea Zielke.
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