SURVIVOR TESTIMONIALS
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
BIAN Clubhouse Member
The Clubhouse helps me have empowerment over my own life.
BIAN Clubhouse Member
At the Clubhouse I have the support I need to build my skills and gain experience.
Thomas
My introduction to BIAN in 2006 has been of great benefit to me (and I hope to BIAN as well) as I realized I was not alone or isolated due to my ABI. I realized that there was still an opportunity to contribute in many ways and that through BIAN and related associations I was well supported. I was exposed to persons with similar issues and in my regular meetings and associations with all aspects of ABI support I felt I was able to overcome a lot of the pitfalls associated with ABI. BIAN staff and ABI associates made my ABI more tolerable and assisted me in getting back on my feet....my hat is off to you!
Christine
The Oasis Clubhouse is a warm and welcoming space designed for friends who can gather and share their experiences living with a brain injury. Here, we find compassion and understanding, free from judgement. Through the supportive environment and a variety of programs available, we navigate our recovery journeys together fostering cooperation and compassion along the way.
David
I acquired a brain injury in 1992 and started attending peer groups in about 1995 with what was the Head Injury of Niagara (now known as Brain Injury Association of Niagara and/or BIAN). It took me a while to accept my injury but I ended up by 'feeding' off the other injured people such that now I feel I am 'cured'. Actually, I learned that I was able to accept my limitations and live within those parameters. Without BIAN I do not wish to wonder where I would be. I am so happy to live a 'normal' life.
Wayne
BIAN is a place to meet other survivors and receive a helping hand. You get to express yourself and meet friendly individuals who respect and see you for who you are. Some of my favourite things to do at Clubhouse include playing cards and talking with my friends and taking part in our music programs from trivia/name that tune to music sessions with our students and volunteers.