Victoria Brain Injury Society

Victoria Brain Injury Society We believe in a better future for brain injury survivors. The Victoria Brain Injury Society (VBIS) At VBIS, there are people who get it. You’re not alone.

Our mission is to support, educate, and advocate for brain injury survivors and their families. In doing so, we strive to increase community awareness about brain injuries and reduce the harmful stigma experienced by survivors. Acquired brain injury (ABI) results from damage to the brain that occurs after birth – and no two injuries are alike. To meet the diverse needs of our community, we offer i

ndividual support, peer support, family support, and various group programs. We assist people who’ve experienced concussions, strokes, aneurysms, and countless other types of ABI. We’re here to help you recover, adapt, and adjust; regain independence; and develop a secure sense of community. To learn more about VBIS and how you can support our mission, visit www.vbis.ca

To donate - www.vbis.ca/donate
To volunteer - www.vbis.ca/volunteer
To become a member - www.vbis.ca/membership

Brain Fact Friday 🧠 After a brain injury, the brain can become more sensitive to stimulation.Lights, noise, busy environ...
05/29/2026

Brain Fact Friday 🧠 After a brain injury, the brain can become more sensitive to stimulation.

Lights, noise, busy environments, or even conversations can feel overwhelming.

The good news? Tools and coping strategies can help make things feel more manageable over time.

At VBIS, we support individuals on their recovery journey by offering a space to learn, connect, and build practical strategies that work for you 💙

You don’t have to figure it out alone.

05/28/2026

Looking for a simple way to move your body, get outside, and connect with others?

Join our Westshore Walking Group 👣
A welcoming, low-impact way to support your physical and mental wellbeing—at your own pace.

Whether you’re walking for exercise, recovery, fresh air, or connection, this group is designed to be inclusive, supportive, and accessible for all abilities (mobility aids welcome!).

✔️ Short & longer route options
✔️ Paved, accessible paths
✔️ Staff & volunteer supported
✔️ Social, safe, and stress-free

📍 Meet at VBIS Westshore Office
(204–2780 Veterans Memorial Parkway)

Come walk with us—you don’t have to do it alone 💙

Thank you to for their support of VBIS and our work in the community.Their contribution helps us continue providing pro...
05/26/2026

Thank you to for their support of VBIS and our work in the community.

Their contribution helps us continue providing programs, resources, and connections for individuals living with brain injury.

We’re also excited to be growing our presence with our new Langford (Westshore) location, helping us better serve individuals and families in the community.

Your support helps us continue providing programs and resources at no cost to brain injury survivors in our community.





Brain Fact Friday 🧠 Your brain is always changing—and that matters in recovery.After a brain injury, it’s common to expe...
05/23/2026

Brain Fact Friday 🧠 Your brain is always changing—and that matters in recovery.

After a brain injury, it’s common to experience changes in mood, stress, and emotional regulation. That’s because the brain areas that support mental health can also be affected by injury.

But thanks to neuroplasticity, the brain has the ability to adapt, rewire, and heal over time.

Supporting your mental health—through connection, routine, and care—can play a powerful role in that process.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re reminding our community: healing isn’t linear, and you don’t have to go through it alone.

Looking for support? VBIS offers drop-in peer support groups where you can connect with others who understand—no referral needed.

Thank you to the for their support of VBIS and our work in the community.Their contribution helps us continue providing...
05/18/2026

Thank you to the for their support of VBIS and our work in the community.

Their contribution helps us continue providing programs, resources, and connections for individuals living with brain injury.

✨We’re also excited to be growing our presence with our new Langford (Westshore) location, helping us better serve individuals and families in the community.✨

🫶Your support helps us continue providing programs and resources at no cost to brain injury survivors in our community.





Brain Fact Friday 🧠 Did you know: Brain injuries can be an often unseen outcome of domestic and interpersonal violence—i...
05/15/2026

Brain Fact Friday 🧠 Did you know: Brain injuries can be an often unseen outcome of domestic and interpersonal violence—impacting how a person thinks, feels, and heals.

🫎 The Moose Hide Campaign is an Indigenous-led movement that began along the Highway of Tears in BC, calling on all people to stand up against violence toward women and children. It is grounded in ceremony, culture, and a commitment to respect, safety, and healing.

At VBIS, we recognize that for some survivors, brain injury is part of their journey—and that healing must include compassion, connection, and culturally grounded support.

You can get involved:
🟤 Wear a moose hide pin as a personal commitment to end violence
🟤 Take part in Moose Hide Campaign Day
🟤 Learn, listen, and have conversations that support respect and change

Together, we can help create safer communities and support healing in all its forms.

We’re excited to be joining Western Financial Group for the Support the Cause – Walk for Safe Spaces 5K on May 14th! 👟💙T...
05/13/2026

We’re excited to be joining Western Financial Group for the Support the Cause – Walk for Safe Spaces 5K on May 14th! 👟💙

This meaningful community event brings people together to raise awareness and funds for important causes—including support for individuals living with brain injury.

A big thank you to Western Financial Group and their Victoria region teams for choosing to support the Victoria Brain Injury Society through their fundraising efforts this year. We’re grateful to be part of such a caring and community-driven initiative.

Want to join us? Register today and be part of the 5K walk. 🔗Link in our Bio. We’d love to see you there!

📍 Westshore Town Centre
🕚 11:00 AM start (arrive a little early!)

05/12/2026

We’re excited to share that our Westshore location is now offering weekly Peer Support for individuals living with brain injury! 🧠

Starting TOMORROW, Wednesday, May 13, join us from 12:30–3:00 PM for our first Westshore Peer Support group. 🫶This group will continue every Wednesday at the same time, creating a consistent space for connection, understanding, and support.

Our trained peer supporters are ready to welcome anyone with an acquired brain injury (ABI), offering a space to connect with others who truly understand ❤️‍🩹 building community, sharing experiences, and supporting one another on the journey of recovery.

We look forward to welcoming you to Unit 204, 2780 Veterans Memorial Parkway, at our Westshore location.





We are grateful for the support of the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC).This funding helps strengthen ou...
05/12/2026

We are grateful for the support of the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC).

This funding helps strengthen our programs and services for individuals living with brain injury, supporting recovery, education, and community connection.

🫶Through this support, we are able to continue delivering meaningful programs that promote wellbeing and improve quality of life for those we serve.

Thank you, ICBC, for your commitment to supporting safer and healthier communities in British Columbia!

Brain Fact Friday 🧠 Did you know: Up to 60% of people living with a brain injury experience mental health challenges lik...
05/09/2026

Brain Fact Friday 🧠 Did you know: Up to 60% of people living with a brain injury experience mental health challenges like anxiety or depression during their recovery.

Healing from a brain injury isn’t just physical—it can also affect how you feel, think, and connect with others. 🫂

🌟That’s why mental health support is such an important part of recovery.

During Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re reminded that support, understanding, and connection can make a meaningful difference—and to always remember to be kind to your mind. 🫶

Address

C100 633 Courtney Street
Victoria, BC
V8W1B9

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

+12505989339

Website

https://linktr.ee/vicbraininjury

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