“I frequent the HBIA Clubhouse...it is a warm and welcoming place with people who understand the challenges of this, most often, invisible and misunderstood condition...The people within, both facilitators and ABI friends...continue to help me through some very dark times. In an MVA...my life was changed forever. Still often feeling a victim, they help me work through it all and remind me that I am a survivor. Thank you to so many. ”
The Clubhouse is a welcoming space to obtain support, increase independence, confidence, self-advocacy and develop an ongoing network of friendships. Many of our Support Groups, Clubs and Survivor Events are held at our Clubhouse located at 822 Main Street East. All of our Survivor Programs are open to individuals living with the effects of brain injury and free to attend (unless stated otherwise). All Programs are are facilitated by a Group Facilitator- the role of the Facilitator is to ensure comfort and maintain integrity of all programming. Join us: Drop by the Clubhouse or contact Rachel Kleiman at info@hbia.ca or by telephone at 905-538-5251. A formal intake will be conducted after trial of programs is completed.
Monday & Thursday 10:30am - 12:00pm Wednesday 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Survivor Support Groups
Our Survivor Support Groups are open to individuals living with the effects of ABI to share thoughts, experiences, concerns, interests, communicate needs and share their feelings in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the complexity of living with ABI in a safe environment. The goal of the HBIA Support Groups is to provide emotional, social and/or obtain educational support to participants.
Tuesday 10:30am - 12:00pm
Wednesday 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Glee Club
Glee Club is open to individuals living with the effects of brain injury. A fun and engaging Club started by HBIA participants. Join us on Tuesdays to listen to a variety of music selected by you and your peers. Sing along and dance (optional). This is a great time to spend time among your peers!
ASL Club
ASL Club is open to individuals living with the effects of brain injury. ASL Club is survivor led and serves as an educational opportunity for individuals to learn the basics of American Sign Language in a relaxed environment.
“It’s a place where you all get together. It gives us time to express ourselves. Whereas at home, there is no communication. When you come here, you can expand your mind. Everyone benefits in a different way. It’s a community, and a social setting in society where we can be together. ”
**Please note that times/dates of all groups and programs are subject to change. Please check our online calendar for updates or contact us for information.**