Eligibility Criteria
CHIRS Admission Requirements
CHIRS provides services to adults over the age of 18 who have an acquired brain injury (ABI)
Individuals applying for CHIRS services must reside in Toronto. As our services are in high demand, we will only accept individuals who are expected to benefit from CHIRS services. You must be formally accepted into CHIRS services before attending any of the programs.
Admission Criteria:
- Have a moderate to severe brain injury
- Be between the ages of 18 and 60 on the date services commence
- Reside in Toronto or York Region (may waive this criterion if individual is able to travel to CHIRS programs and comparable services are not offered in their area)
- Individual is expected to benefit from services
For information, please contact the Intake Department at (416) 240-8000.
Toronto ABI Network
Intake
CHIRS endeavours to ensure fair and equitable access to service for all eligible applicants. The Intake Department can be contacted to help determine basic eligibility and to ensure that CHIRS has the appropriate services. In addition, the Toronto System Navigator is knowledgeable about brain injury services in Toronto and is available to provide information about other possible resources.
An application to CHIRS can be made through the Toronto Acquired Brain Injury Network (TABIN). TABIN offers a single point referral service to publicly funded member agencies including hospital-based brain injury rehabilitation, long-term care facilities, and community-based services in Toronto.
Relevant medical and consultation reports must be included with the application and are required as part of the intake process. Once the completed application and supporting documentation have been received by CHIRS, an Intake staff will arrange a meeting with the individual requesting service and their support network (professionals and/or family members) depending on the nature of the request. This meeting provides an opportunity for information sharing and allows CHIRS to get a better sense of the individual’s goals and support requirements.
The request is then presented to the Intake Committee to determine if CHIRS has the appropriate resources to meet the individual’s needs. The Committee may also suggest alternative resources if necessary.
CHIRS offers subsidized services, funded by the Ministry of Health, to eligible individuals. Given CHIRS’ limited resources, there may be a waiting period depending on the service requested.
CHIRS also offers services on a fee-for-service basis to individuals with access to private funding. A proposal outlining services and costs is submitted to the payor for authorization before commencing services.
Do you have any questions about intake services?
Reach out here: intake@chirs.com
Systems Navigator: Toronto ABI Network – (416) 340-4800 x8660, info@abinetwork.ca
Fee-For-Service
Collectively Enhancing Quality of Life Through Rehabilitation for those living with a Brain Injury
At CHIRS, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals with acquired brain injuries (ABI), helping them lead fulfilling and rewarding lives. Navigating the healthcare system and securing meaningful support post-ABI can be challenging for individuals and their families. We understand that loved ones should never feel alone, which is why CHIRS collaborates with Toronto ABI Rehab Specialists Limited (TABIRS) to provide continuous assistance to ABI survivors. We ensure that with the right support, individuals can have a fulfilling life after ABI.
About TABIRS
TABIRS benefits from CHIRS’ over 40 years of expertise and a stellar reputation. As a specialized service provider, TABIRS collaborates closely with CHIRS to deliver comprehensive care. With a commitment to excellence, it has maintained Exemplary Standing through Accreditation Canada since 1997 and has been recognized with a Special Recognition Award for Outstanding Support to Advance the Cause of Brain Injury in Canada by the Brain Injury Association of Canada.
Toronto ABI Rehab Specialists Limited (TABIRS), established in 2005, provides a broad range of life-changing services to the ABI community, on a fee-for-service option. It has been making a significant impact on people’s lives by improving quality of life and providing safety, comfort, and purpose, offering families the reassurance they need during tough times.
Core Values and Support
A life interrupted by your own or a family member’s brain injury can still be a life well lived.
Our collaborative operation is founded on core values of dignity and respect, excellence and quality, integrity, accountability, and ethical conduct. By always putting people first, our services are flexible, innovative, and entrepreneurial, providing the best possible support to individuals and their families living with brain injury. TABIRS benefits from the expertise and of four rehabilitation neuropsychologists who specialize community-based support services for people living with the effects of moderate to severe injuries. The complex nature of brain functioning disability resulting from brain injury is easily misunderstood. Our expertise in community-based care and the clinical management of complex co-occurring conditions, including addictions and serious mental health disorders, means that our neuropsychological assessments provide an evidence-based analysis of pre-existing factors and include specific recommendations for care. We welcome referrals from plaintiff and defence counsel
With CHIRS and TABIRS, individuals living with a brain injury are always in good hands. Compassion, dignity, and care underpin everything we do. Whether you are a family member, insurance company, personal injury lawyer, or hospital discharge planner, contact us today to discover how our transformative services, supported by our affiliations, can make a difference.
Individuals with third-party funding should call our Intake Department directly at (416) 240-8000 or send an inquiry to intake@chirs.com.