LIFE WITH A Take the next step on your journey BRAIN ... · LIFE WITH A BRAIN INJURY OR PHYSICAL...
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LIFE WITH A BRAIN INJURY OR PHYSICAL DISABILITY
For Every Step of the Journey
Take the next step on your journey with Traverse Independence and discover real options for life after brain injury or with a physical disability.
All referrals are considered unique. To inquire about eligibility and the application process, please contact:
• Brain Injury Services Tel. 519-741-5845 ext. 2507 Email [email protected]
• Physical Disability Services Tel. 519-741-5845 ext. 2203 Email [email protected]
www.traverseindependence.ca1382 Weber Street East, Unit 1 Kitchener, ON N2A 1C4 Tel. 519-741-5845
Traverse Independence assists adults with acquired brain injuries (ABI) and physical disabilities traverse the distance between where they are today and where they dream of being - independent and self sufficient.
ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY
• Living in your own apartment• Paying your own rent and living
expenses• A variety of independent settings and
support levels• Transitional living• Outreach supports in the community• ABI day programs• Mental health and addiction supports• Caregiver support groups
Independence and Respect
• Servicesdesignedtosupportconfidenceand learning
• Privacy - support only when needed, space is respected
• Opportunity to stretch to new goals, to dream of the future
Consistency and Flexibility
• Individual goals for return to work, school and community
• Move to next level of independence with consistent support
• Service levels adapt as improvement occurs
PHYSICAL DISABILITY
• Living in your own apartment• Paying your own rent and living
expenses• Personal support services (attendant
services)• 24/7 - 7 days per week• Scheduled on a daily basis• On call services as required
Independence to Direct your own Services
• Attendant services may include but are not restricted to:• Assistance with activities of daily
living• Diabetic care/medications• Prescribed exercises• Tube feeding• Bowel and bladder routines• Ventilator care• Light homemaking and meal
preparation
• Life skills and behavioural services may assist with but are not restricted to:• Money management• Personal care• Interpersonal relationships• Mental health and addiction issues
All our services and locations are fully accessible to people with physical disabilities.
Maximizing your abi l ity to l ive independent ly and support ing your journey of growth. . .