We welcome all referrals of clients with brain injuries. Candidates must be diagnosed with an acquired brain injury (see below for definition) and be nineteen (19) years of age or older (in some cases, those aged 17 or 18 may be considered for specialized programming). Individuals must be capable of partial transfers for all programs with the exception of Larkin House, which is equipped with a lift system. In some cases a personal care assistant such as home care or additional one to one hours may be required in addition to the program costs. Recent medical and psychological reports must be made available upon referral.

The term “acquired brain injury” can be defined as physical damage to brain tissue or structure that occurs during or after birth. This damage can be caused by an external mechanical force or an internal condition. An acquired brain injury includes:

• A traumatic brain injury, such as an open or closed brain injury
• A non-traumatic brain injury, such as
• Vascular injuries (ischemic or hemorrhage)
• Anoxia
• Metabolic disease
• Brain Tumours
• Brain atrophy
• Toxic products taken into the body through ingestion or inhalation