October 7th – November 11th.
Every Wednesday 11:00am – 2 hour sessions online.
For Perth residents only – Concussion and ABI survivors 16+
Event Information:
The Perth County Concussion Program (PCCP) is a 6-week multi-disciplinary education program for individuals with post-concussion symptoms. In a small group setting (10-15 people), participants will receive education and strategies to improve functioning, coping, and life participation post-concussion.
Guest speakers include occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech-language pathology and social work. Each session will include education, a list of community resources, and the opportunity to observe the use of goods and technology related to the speaker’s scope of practice.
PCCP is designed to facilitate learning in a group with different learning styles, sensory/cognitive abilities, values, and experiences. Furthermore, we understand that many of participants have challenges with trauma, depression, anxiety or substance use. As such, the PCCP will be consistent with trauma informed care.
Given the current COVID 19 Pandemic, the PCCP will be administered virtually. In order to ensure that we are meeting the needs of all participants, two one-on-one sessions will be provided (virtually) – one at the start, and the other partway through the program.
Program Outline:
Session #1: Orientation to the program
Guided goal setting and information about services and supports available through the London Brain Injury Association
Session #2: Guest speaker – Occupational therapy
· Example discussion topics: symptom management and activities of daily living,
Session #3: Guest speaker – Physiotherapy
· Example discussion topics: vestibular disturbance and return to play
Session #4: Guest speaker – Speech-language pathology
· Example discussion topics: attention/memory and return to learn
Session #5: Guest speaker – Psychotherapy
· Example discussion topics: acceptance and changing roles
Session #6: Final session – Take Home
Eventbrite link for registration:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/perth-county-concussion-program-online-tickets-114672295924