We welcome 3 guest speakers!

 Jocelyn Barrett
Becoming a Warrior – Hope and Branches after Brain Injury 

Jocelyn Barrett is a devoted mother of two and an inspiring survivor of an 8-year journey post-Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). With unwavering strength and determination, she has navigated the challenges of recovery, emerging as a beacon of resilience and hope. Balancing the demands of motherhood with her personal healing, she has become an advocate for TBI awareness and support. Her story is a testament to the power of perseverance, love, and the human spirit. Through her experiences, she aims to inspire and empower others facing similar challenges. 

Jocelyn will speak about her ABI journey, her experience with the OBIA Peer Mentorship Program, her goal of becoming a Public Speaker and her facebook group which now has over 10, 000 followers! 

Tanya Nolan (fellow HABI member)

Tanya will share her personal experiences with the OBIA Peer Mentorship program

 
Carla Thoms Provincial Peer Support Coordinator
Ontario Brain Injury Association

We are honoured to have Carla from OBIA join our meeting to share more about the OBIA Peer Mentorship Program – learn about its benefits and how to become involved