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Neuroplasticity is the amazing way our brain can re-wire itself, even after trauma or injury. Our moods are so often impacted by the endless stream of unhelpful automatic thoughts we have in our heads. Using Neuroplasticity, we can learn to shift our self-limiting thoughts, and distance ourselves from the emotional sting they bring about. Our reward: an improved mood, and a new balanced outlook of ourselves, others, and the world around us.

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We live in a generation that is having smaller and smaller families. What does that mean for you and your loved ones who may be struggling to navigate our complex healthcare system? How can a Health Advocate help your loved one, and reduce the pressures you feel as a caregiver? Well, let's explore....

We have all heard the old adage that "Knowledge is Power". And, naturally, this rings true for individuals and families who are faced with acute or chronic health issues. In fact, when faced with any health care decisions (like going for a medical test, or deciding about a medical treatment), patients or their decision makers must give health care providers what is known as "informed consent". Read More....

Have you or a loved on just been diagnosed with the big C-word, Cancer? Terrifying! So many thoughts and emotions are bound to be racing around in your head. Can I be treated? What kind of treatment will I have? What are my odds of beating this? How will I tell my family, friends, colleagues, employer? How do I cope? How do I survive? Will I be in pain? Will I suffer? Will I loose any of my abilities? And so on..... Read More...

In honour of MENTAL HEALTH WEEK, let's engage, reflect, and learn how to become more aware in our interactions toward those individuals who struggle with mental health!!! Unlike physical health conditions, mental health illnesses are often invisible to the eye. However, according to the Canadian Mental Health Association, around 20% of Canadians will personally experience mental health in their lifetime. Read More...

We live in a world full of technology and social media. This has brought a lot of controversy as to whether this is a positive or negative impact in our lives. Let's look at both sides and, in particular, how this may impact individuals who have suffered some kind of brain trauma (ABI, stroke, etc). Read More...

Imagine how frustrating it would be if you lost your ability to communicate. Aphasia happens to people who have had certain parts of their brain injured. Your brain has trouble connecting all the things necessary for you to communicate. It can lead to difficulty with the sound of your speech, finding the right words or forming sentences, understanding information that is being given to you, reading, and/or writing. Read More....

Many people with brain injury find challenges in their daily lives and interactions due to the "invisible" injuries they have suffered to their brains. The difficulties that they face, but others can't see. The person may walk and talk fine, leading others to believe they are functioning at 100%. But, dive below the surface and you may find otherwise. Read More...