1.       Has an acquired brain injury and is medically stable (i.e. diagnosis established, vital signs stable, does not require monitoring such as blood work or medical consultation more than weekly)

2.        Has related life skills and/or activities of daily skills challenges that preclude living independently in the community

3.     Does not have a diagnosis of addiction, and is not experiencing acute problems with substance or other abuse, including but not limited to abuse of or addiction to alcohol, gambling or drugs.

4.       Has not exhibited overt aggressive, violent or suicidal behaviour in the past 12 months

5.       Has confirmed funding

6.       Requires no specialized nursing care

7.       Agrees to a general assessment and to a confidential assessment of medical records by the Admission & Discharge Committee, and understands that all admissions are subject to the decisions of the committee

8.      Accepts the condition of a three-month trial period with re-evaluation of suitability at the end of this period.

9.       Demonstrates awareness to set and pursue goals, or can be motivated to set and pursue goals with a view to achieving increased function at home and in the community within 18 – 24 months.

10.   Agrees to sign an ‘Agreement Concerning Residency’.

New Applicant and Referral Agent and/or Family member can call the Executive Director to set up an information interview to learn more about the program and tour the home. This will be an opportunity to exchange information about the Residential Training Program and potential applicant; obtain a Referral and Medical form to be completed if appropriate, and to begin the application process for the Applicant.

If you are interested in making application to the Residential Training Program, please call for an information interview:

Contact:

Executive Director
Referral, Admissions & Discharge Committee
(902) 444-3639