Who are we?
Brain Injury Association of Durham Region (BIAD) is a registered, not-for-profit charitable organization, whose members are people who have experienced brain injuries and their caregivers. We serve the Durham Region by providing non-medical resources and supports.
Our Mission
We support a dignified life for people affected by brain injury.
Our Vision
To be a leading partner driving change to ensure no one affected by a brain injury is left unsupported.
Our Goals
Enable
To Enable people who have been affected by brain injuries and their families to establish effective connections within the Durham community, in particular, with local service providing agencies.
Enhance
To Enhance our understanding of the physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual and social needs of people of Durham Region who have experienced brain injuries, and to collaborate with the community of Durham and beyond to establish means to address these needs.
Promote
To Promote a positive image and the acceptance of people who have been affected by brain injuries, by expanding our knowledge and the knowledge of the Durham Region community through Research, public awareness and education regarding brain injuries and their effects.
Learn More About Us: Our Goals & Values
Our Services
The Brain Injury Association of Durham Region provides a variety of supports for people of Durham Region who have experienced brain injuries.
Some of the supports we provide in include:
Application For Service
BIAD offers non-medical Brain Injury community support services. An application can be made by the individual (Self-referral) or Professionals (primary health care/community partners) by completing an Application for Services form. To access this application please click this link https://biad.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/2023.03.22-BIAD-Applicaton-for-Service.pdf
BIAD follows the PHIPA guidelines and accepts applications via fax, mail, or in-person. To maintain confidentiality, please refrain from sending the application form via email. If you require a paper copy of the form please contact us at intake@ceabi.ca or call us at 905-723-2732
Get Your 2025 Calendar Today!
Features Include:
Monthly Designs: Each month features two stunning masks illustrating the journey of brain injury survivors, paired with an inspirational quotes to motivate you.
Planning Stickers & Pen: Each calendar comes with special stickers and a pen to help you stay organized.
Celebrate the upcoming year with our beautifully custom-designed 2025 calendars, just in time for the holiday season! These calendars are great as gifts and fit perfectly on your desk or in your bag with a convenient size of 8.5” x 11” Each calendar provides ample space for notes to help you stay organized throughout the year.
Pricing:
Just $10 each or two for $18!
Best of all, every purchase contributes directly to providing meals for clients in need. Make a positive impact in someone’s life while enjoying the benefits of our lovely calendars!
To Purchase: Call 905-723-2732 Pick-up and shipping options available. Payments can be made in person or through an online donation here https://biad.ca/2025calendar
Don’t miss this chance to spread joy and support a great cause!
Adult Day Program (ADP)
Clients of BIAD’s Adult Day Program (ADP) can participate in the following program types.
- ADP: In-person programs within our Adult Day Program (ADP).
- Hybrid: Programs that are available both virtually via Zoom and in-person as part of our Adult Day Program (ADP).
- Virtual: Online programs conducted via Zoom. Simply follow the link below to access.
- Registered: Programs offered in-person, with limited spaces available. To secure your spot, please call us at 905-723-2732 or follow the link below to register.
- Hybrid / Registered: Programs that require registration and are available online and in-person
Attendance Information: No prior registration is needed to join the Adult Day Program, with the exception of our registered programs, which require weekly registration to participate. Simply see reception upon arrival to sign in and receive your name badge.
If you are not a participant of the Adult Day Program and would like to learn more, please call our office at 905-723-2732. If you are a completely new client who has not had an intake for services, you can complete an Application for Services form. To access this application, please click (https://biad.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/2023.03.22-BIAD-Applicaton-for-Service.pdf).
Join Our Virtual Programs with the follow link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81203119474?pwd=ZXA5djZUbVhPKzhnbGdBM09TWDhEUT09 You can also enter the zoom meeting manually using the meeting ID and Passcode. Meeting ID:812 0311 9474; Passcode:5132; Dial in: 855-703-8985
Register for In-Person Program with this link https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 or Call 905-723-2732
Events
- Thursday, Jan 23, : Paint Night
Join us for a fun Paint Night hosted by BIAD on January 23rd from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM! Don't miss your chance to unleash your creativity and enjoy an evening of artistic expression.
Spaces are limited and fill up quickly, so be sure to secure your spot before they're all taken!
To register, call 905-723-2732 or click the registration link provided. We can't wait to see you there!
Registration link:
https://form.jotform.com/230726706490255 - Thursday, Feb 13, 4:30 pm: Friendship Dance
Upcoming Programs
Events in January 2025
| MonMonday | TueTuesday | WedWednesday | ThuThursday | FriFriday |
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Monday, Dec 30(4 events) 9:00 am: In-Person Drop-In – 10:00 am: Virtual: Coffee and News – A social gathering where individuals can stay up to date on positive current events from around the world and engage in conversation about topics of interest. 11:00 am: Virtual: Brain Fitness – A multi-disciplinary program designed to stimulate cognitive function through physical exercise and mental challenges, promoting overall brain health and well-being. 2:00 pm: Virtual: Seated Yoga – |
Tuesday, Dec 31
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Wednesday, Jan 01(1 event) Office ClosedWednesday, Jan 01 |
Thursday, Jan 02(2 events) 10:00 am: Virtual: Men's Group – 11:00 am: Virtual: Creative Writing / Discussion Group – |
Friday, Jan 03(1 event) 10:00 am: Virtual: Book Club – A reading group that discusses books and encourages reading comprehension, vocabulary building, and social interaction among individuals with brain injuries. |
Monday, Jan 06(12 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Breakfast and Chat – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 10:00 am: Hybrid: Positive News – 10:00 am: Registered: Life Skills – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 11:00 am: ADP: Independent Work / Crafts – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 11:00 am: Registered /Hybrid: Book Club – 1:00 pm: ADP: Games – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: Registered: Stained Glass (Full) – This program is currently full please contact the office to be put onto a waitlist. 2:00 pm: Hybrid: Memory Group – 2:00 pm: Registered: Pool Tournament – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 2:00 pm: Virtual: Seated Yoga – 3:00 pm: ADP: Sensory Friendly Time – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 3:00 pm: Registered: Seated Fitness – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 |
Tuesday, Jan 07(11 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Breakfast and Chat – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 10:00 am: Hybrid: Brain Fitness – 10:00 am: Registered: Music Group – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 11:00 am: ADP: Independent Work / Crafts – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: ADP: Bingo – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: Registered: Karaoke Group – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 1:00 pm: Virtual: Music Group – 2:00 pm: Hybrid: Creative Writing / Poetry Group – 2:00 pm: Registered: Art Class – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 2:00 pm: Registered: Pool Tournament – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 3:00 pm: ADP: Sensory Friendly Time – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. |
Wednesday, Jan 08(11 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Breakfast and Chat – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 10:00 am: Hybrid: Memory Group – 11:00 am: ADP: Independent Work / Crafts – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 11:00 am: Virtual: Communication Group – 1:00 pm: ADP: Games – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: Registered: Stained Glass (full) – This program is currently full please contact the office to be put onto a waitlist. A hands-on class that promotes fine motor skills development, creativity, and problem-solving while creating beautiful stained-glass pieces. 2:00 pm: Hybrid: Learning – 2:00 pm: Registered: Pool Tournament – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 3:00 pm: ADP: Sensory Friendly Time – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 3:00 pm: Registered / Hybrid: Women's Group – |
Thursday, Jan 09(10 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Breakfast and Chat – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 10:00 am: Hybrid: Drawing – 10:00 am: Registered: Craft Room: In-person – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 11:00 am: ADP: Independent Work / Crafts – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: ADP: Bingo – 1:00 pm: Registered: Stained Glass (full) – This program is currently full please contact the office to be put onto a waitlist. A hands-on class that promotes fine motor skills development, creativity, and problem-solving while creating beautiful stained-glass pieces. 2:00 pm: Hybrid: Brain Fitness – 2:00 pm: Registered: Pool Tournament – A fun and engaging recreational activity that promotes socialization, problem-solving, and fine motor skills, while providing a sense of accomplishment and competition. Click on the title above to register for this program. 3:00 pm: ADP: Sensory Friendly Time – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 3:00 pm: Registered / Hybrid: Men's Group – |
Friday, Jan 10(5 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Drop-In Day – 10:00 am: Registered: News Room – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 10:00 am: Registered: Pool Tournament – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 1:00 pm: Registered: Knitting/Crochet Group (peer run) – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 |
Monday, Jan 13(11 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Breakfast and Chat – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 10:00 am: Hybrid: Positive News – 10:00 am: Registered: Life Skills – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 11:00 am: ADP: Independent Work / Crafts – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 11:00 am: Registered /Hybrid: Book Club – 1:00 pm: ADP: Games – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: Registered: Stained Glass (Full) – This program is currently full please contact the office to be put onto a waitlist. 2:00 pm: Hybrid: Memory Group – 2:00 pm: Registered: Pool Tournament – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 2:00 pm: Virtual: Seated Yoga – 3:00 pm: ADP: Sensory Friendly Time – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. |
Tuesday, Jan 14(11 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Breakfast and Chat – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 10:00 am: Hybrid: Brain Fitness – 10:00 am: Registered: Music Group – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 11:00 am: ADP: Independent Work / Crafts – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: ADP: Bingo – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: Registered: Karaoke Group – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 1:00 pm: Virtual: Music Group – 2:00 pm: Hybrid: Creative Writing / Poetry Group – 2:00 pm: Registered: Art Class – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 2:00 pm: Registered: Pool Tournament – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 3:00 pm: ADP: Sensory Friendly Time – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. |
Wednesday, Jan 15(11 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Breakfast and Chat – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 10:00 am: Hybrid: Memory Group – 11:00 am: ADP: Independent Work / Crafts – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 11:00 am: Virtual: Communication Group – 1:00 pm: ADP: Games – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: Registered: Stained Glass (full) – This program is currently full please contact the office to be put onto a waitlist. A hands-on class that promotes fine motor skills development, creativity, and problem-solving while creating beautiful stained-glass pieces. 2:00 pm: Hybrid: Learning – 2:00 pm: Registered: Pool Tournament – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 3:00 pm: ADP: Sensory Friendly Time – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 3:00 pm: Registered / Hybrid: Women's Group – |
Thursday, Jan 16(10 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Breakfast and Chat – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 10:00 am: Hybrid: Drawing – 10:00 am: Registered: Craft Room: In-person – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 11:00 am: ADP: Independent Work / Crafts – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: ADP: Bingo – 1:00 pm: Registered: Stained Glass (full) – This program is currently full please contact the office to be put onto a waitlist. A hands-on class that promotes fine motor skills development, creativity, and problem-solving while creating beautiful stained-glass pieces. 2:00 pm: Hybrid: Brain Fitness – 2:00 pm: Registered: Pool Tournament – A fun and engaging recreational activity that promotes socialization, problem-solving, and fine motor skills, while providing a sense of accomplishment and competition. Click on the title above to register for this program. 3:00 pm: ADP: Sensory Friendly Time – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 3:00 pm: Registered / Hybrid: Men's Group – |
Friday, Jan 17(5 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Drop-In Day – 10:00 am: Registered: News Room – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 10:00 am: Registered: Pool Tournament – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 1:00 pm: Registered: Knitting/Crochet Group (peer run) – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 |
Monday, Jan 20(11 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Breakfast and Chat – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 10:00 am: Hybrid: Positive News – 10:00 am: Registered: Life Skills – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 11:00 am: ADP: Independent Work / Crafts – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 11:00 am: Registered /Hybrid: Book Club – 1:00 pm: ADP: Games – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: Registered: Stained Glass (Full) – This program is currently full please contact the office to be put onto a waitlist. 2:00 pm: Hybrid: Memory Group – 2:00 pm: Registered: Pool Tournament – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 2:00 pm: Virtual: Seated Yoga – 3:00 pm: ADP: Sensory Friendly Time – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. |
Tuesday, Jan 21(11 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Breakfast and Chat – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 10:00 am: Hybrid: Brain Fitness – 10:00 am: Registered: Music Group – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 11:00 am: ADP: Independent Work / Crafts – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: ADP: Bingo – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: Registered: Karaoke Group – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 1:00 pm: Virtual: Music Group – 2:00 pm: Hybrid: Creative Writing / Poetry Group – 2:00 pm: Registered: Art Class – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 2:00 pm: Registered: Pool Tournament – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 3:00 pm: ADP: Sensory Friendly Time – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. |
Wednesday, Jan 22(11 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Breakfast and Chat – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 10:00 am: Hybrid: Memory Group – 11:00 am: ADP: Independent Work / Crafts – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 11:00 am: Virtual: Communication Group – 1:00 pm: ADP: Games – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: Registered: Stained Glass (full) – This program is currently full please contact the office to be put onto a waitlist. A hands-on class that promotes fine motor skills development, creativity, and problem-solving while creating beautiful stained-glass pieces. 2:00 pm: Hybrid: Learning – 2:00 pm: Registered: Pool Tournament – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 3:00 pm: ADP: Sensory Friendly Time – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 3:00 pm: Registered / Hybrid: Women's Group – |
Thursday, Jan 23(11 events) Paint NightThursday, Jan 23 Join us for a fun Paint Night hosted by BIAD on January 23rd from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM! Don't miss your chance to unleash your creativity and enjoy an evening of artistic expression. Spaces are limited and fill up quickly, so be sure to secure your spot before they're all taken! To register, call 905-723-2732 or click the registration link provided. We can't wait to see you there! Registration link: 9:00 am: ADP: Breakfast and Chat – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 10:00 am: Hybrid: Drawing – 10:00 am: Registered: Craft Room: In-person – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 11:00 am: ADP: Independent Work / Crafts – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: ADP: Bingo – 1:00 pm: Registered: Stained Glass (full) – This program is currently full please contact the office to be put onto a waitlist. A hands-on class that promotes fine motor skills development, creativity, and problem-solving while creating beautiful stained-glass pieces. 2:00 pm: Hybrid: Brain Fitness – 2:00 pm: Registered: Pool Tournament – A fun and engaging recreational activity that promotes socialization, problem-solving, and fine motor skills, while providing a sense of accomplishment and competition. Click on the title above to register for this program. 3:00 pm: ADP: Sensory Friendly Time – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 3:00 pm: Registered / Hybrid: Men's Group – |
Friday, Jan 24(5 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Drop-In Day – 10:00 am: Registered: News Room – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 10:00 am: Registered: Pool Tournament – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 1:00 pm: Registered: Knitting/Crochet Group (peer run) – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 |
Monday, Jan 27(11 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Breakfast and Chat – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 10:00 am: Hybrid: Positive News – 10:00 am: Registered: Life Skills – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 11:00 am: ADP: Independent Work / Crafts – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 11:00 am: Registered /Hybrid: Book Club – 1:00 pm: ADP: Games – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: Registered: Stained Glass (Full) – This program is currently full please contact the office to be put onto a waitlist. 2:00 pm: Hybrid: Memory Group – 2:00 pm: Registered: Pool Tournament – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 2:00 pm: Virtual: Seated Yoga – 3:00 pm: ADP: Sensory Friendly Time – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. |
Tuesday, Jan 28(11 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Breakfast and Chat – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 10:00 am: Hybrid: Brain Fitness – 10:00 am: Registered: Music Group – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 11:00 am: ADP: Independent Work / Crafts – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: ADP: Bingo – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: Registered: Karaoke Group – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 1:00 pm: Virtual: Music Group – 2:00 pm: Hybrid: Creative Writing / Poetry Group – 2:00 pm: Registered: Art Class – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 2:00 pm: Registered: Pool Tournament – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 3:00 pm: ADP: Sensory Friendly Time – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. |
Wednesday, Jan 29(11 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Breakfast and Chat – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 10:00 am: Hybrid: Memory Group – 11:00 am: ADP: Independent Work / Crafts – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 11:00 am: Virtual: Communication Group – 1:00 pm: ADP: Games – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: Registered: Stained Glass (full) – This program is currently full please contact the office to be put onto a waitlist. A hands-on class that promotes fine motor skills development, creativity, and problem-solving while creating beautiful stained-glass pieces. 2:00 pm: Hybrid: Learning – 2:00 pm: Registered: Pool Tournament – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 3:00 pm: ADP: Sensory Friendly Time – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 3:00 pm: Registered / Hybrid: Women's Group – |
Thursday, Jan 30(10 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Breakfast and Chat – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 10:00 am: Hybrid: Drawing – 10:00 am: Registered: Craft Room: In-person – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 11:00 am: ADP: Independent Work / Crafts – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 1:00 pm: ADP: Bingo – 1:00 pm: Registered: Stained Glass (full) – This program is currently full please contact the office to be put onto a waitlist. A hands-on class that promotes fine motor skills development, creativity, and problem-solving while creating beautiful stained-glass pieces. 2:00 pm: Hybrid: Brain Fitness – 2:00 pm: Registered: Pool Tournament – A fun and engaging recreational activity that promotes socialization, problem-solving, and fine motor skills, while providing a sense of accomplishment and competition. Click on the title above to register for this program. 3:00 pm: ADP: Sensory Friendly Time – In-person program for ADP participants, no registration required. 3:00 pm: Registered / Hybrid: Men's Group – |
Friday, Jan 31(5 events) 9:00 am: ADP: Drop-In Day – 10:00 am: Registered: News Room – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 10:00 am: Registered: Pool Tournament – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 1:00 pm: Registered: Knitting/Crochet Group (peer run) – Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/222614915252250 |