92% of all relationship-related violence involve a blow to the head, face, and/or neck. Brain injury is often invisible to those treating or supporting a survivors of relationship abuse. Even survivors themselves often don’t realize they have experienced a brain injury. This leaves them completely unaware of why they are suffering and how they can recover.                         Our Peer Support program provides a safe place for brain injury survivors who have experienced relationship abuse.  Peer Support allows individuals with an acquired brain injury to work through their challenges in a supportive environment with mentors that understand what they are going through. It is an essential part of rehabilitation for survivors, including those individuals who have acquired a brain injury from relationship violence. The program helps to improve overall confidence and mental well-being, while reducing anxiety, depression and isolation. Peer support ultimately supports not just survivors, but also their support systems, including family, friends and the wider community. Donate today and make a difference. You can help provide peer support to brain injury survivors. To learn more about VBIS and how you can help, visit <a href="www.vbis.ca/IPV">www.vbis.ca/IPV</a> ________________________ Founded in 1983, the
Victoria Brain Injury Society is a registered charity with the mission of
supporting, educating, and advocating for concussion and brain injury
survivors, as well as their families and loved ones. VBIS strives to increase
community awareness about brain injuries, and reduce the stigma directed toward
survivors.

Hello <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip " style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);display:inline-block;margin:0px;padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;line-height:16px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit">First name <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);display:inline-block;margin:0px;padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;line-height:16px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit">Prénom <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{lastname}}" style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);display:inline-block;margin:0px;padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;line-height:16px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit">Nom, Thank you for supporting the Relationship Abuse and Brain Injury program. Thanks to your gift and many like it, survivors of intimate partner violence are becoming aware of brain injury.  90% of women who seek safety from relationship violence in shelters show signs of a brain injury, but less than 20% of support workers are education on brain injury. Your support will help support survivors that have acquired a brain injury due to relationship abuse and provide educational presentations for front line organizations working with survivors of relationship abuse. Thank you once again for your incredible generosity and support to the Victoria Brain Injury Society. Your donation will help us continue to provide essential services and programs to those affected by brain injury. Together, we can make a positive impact in the lives of those who need it most. Thank you for being a part of our community and helping us create a brighter future for all. With humble gratitude, Pam Prewett, Executive Director pamp@vbis.ca

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