Gender-Based Violence and Concussion Support
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What is the Self-Guided Support Program?
Support when you need it, at your own pace.
The Life After Impact Self-Guided Support Program offers free, self-guided resources for people who have experienced gender-based violence and are living with the effects of a concussion or brain injury.
You can explore the resources on your own time, from wherever you feel safe and comfortable. There are no deadlines, no pressure, and no expectation to complete everything at once. You can start with the topic that feels most helpful to you and return whenever you are ready.
Accessing the self-guided support can help you better understand what you may be experiencing and learn practical strategies to support your recovery, confidence, and independence.
What Does this Program Include?
Through easy-to-follow information, videos, activities, and tools, you can explore topics such as:
- Understanding gender-based violence, concussion, and brain injury
- Supporting your mental health and emotional well-being
- Relationships and communication
- Coping strategies and symptom management
- Vocational skills
- Financial literacy
- Navigating your return to work or education
You will also have access to practical tools and resources that can help you apply what you are learning in everyday life.
The Self-Guided Support Program is currently offered in English. A French version will be available in Summer 2026.
Eligibility Criteria:
- You have experienced a brain injury and/or concussion* and gender-based violence.
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You live in Ontario, Canada.
*Please note that you do not need a formal diagnosis to be eligible for the program
Funding
This program is funded by the Government of Ontario through Ontario’s Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence. Ontario’s action plan is supported through the National Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence (NAP GBV), a joint agreement between Ontario and the federal government. The views expressed in this program are the views of the Ontario Brain Injury Association (OBIA) and do not necessarily reflect those of the Government of Ontario.
