What We Provide

•  Information for persons with an acquired brain injury.
•  Support services for survivors, family members and care givers.
•  Public education on prevention and awareness to the general public.

Definition and Facts

An acquired brain injury is damage to the brain which occurs after birth and is not related to a congenital disorder, developmental disability, or a process which progressively damages the brain.

 There are three different types of a brain injury:

Traumatic - Sudden blow to the head
Chronic - Prolonged use of drugs and alcohol
Pathological - Physical illness that leads to brain injury

Brain Injury can happen as a result of an illness, stroke, or accident. Serious brain injury usually results in loss of consciousness or coma for varying periods of time.

Depending on the severity of the injury, recovery can range from complete dependence to total independence. Intellectual &/or memory impairment, speech problems, behavioral disorders, and physical disabilities may be a result of brain injury.

Funding

LABIS obtains its funding from:

•  United Way
•  Alberta Lotteries
•  Saskatchewan Lotteries
•  Wild Rose Foundation
•  FCSS Funding - City of Lloydminster and County of Vermilion River 
• SGI
• Saskatchewan Health
• Government of Alberta
•  Independent fundraising raises over 60% of our budget