Concussion and Brain Injury Resources

Victoria Brain Injury Society (VBIS) gives survivors and their loved ones long-term support through the many steps, both backward and forward, of life after concussion and brain injury. From those just released from the hospital to those who have lived with their injuries for decades, survivors consistently express gratitude and relief once they’ve walked through the Society’s doors. Finally, people who “get it”!

We offer a safe place to interact with people who understand. Issues like poor memory, short tempers, inappropriate behaviors, difficulty speaking, and disorientation are accepted; coping strategies are shared.

Unprecedented acceptance is felt through the society – from fellow survivors, peer supporters, volunteers, and staff.

We provide a community for people who often feel they have become isolated from theirs post-injury. The confidence that comes from regular ventures to what many call the “brain club” frequently leads to more ease in public places and more confidence when participating in their own communities. Human contact is fostered.

Victoria Brain Injury Society makes a difference to those experiencing depression and anxiety, which is common for many survivors of concussion and brain injury. The Victoria Brain Injury Society is a place to be heard and accepted, a place to recognize again one’s value and worth, a place to ask questions for which there are few answers in the mainstream, and a place to meet friends.