Brain injury victims getting support in Prince Albert

“Come and have fun. There are games; there are lots of great prizes, prizes and swag bags for walkers, a silent auction and lots to do for the kiddies. It’s a whole family affair,” Perkins said.

The walk and events will take place at the Elks Hall in Prince Albert at 93 8th Ave. E.

Perkins said the walk proceeds benefit SBIA and their support groups around the province.

“This is a non-profit organization and it supports the survivor (of a brain injury) as well as the caregivers and of course that is a full time job,” said Perkins. “Being a brain-injury survivor you do not have the income because most of them can’t work, so you don’t have the income to get out and go to camps and retreats and fun times.

“That’s what this money is for. It goes to the caregiver and the survivor.”

She said a portion of the money raised will also go towards awareness, as there is no cure for brain injuries, only prevention.

Perkins got involved with the cause five years ago after her grandson suffered a brain injury.

Walks like Brain Boogie are held in communities all across Saskatchewan including Yorkton, Moose Jaw, Regina and Saskatoon, along with Prince Albert.

“It’s a fun time,” said Perkins. “Walkers can dress up, come in teams, whatever strikes them.”

She said she’s grateful to everyone who donated prizes for the walk this year.

The Prince Albert chapter of SBIA reaches far into the North and is a support group for anyone dealing with brain injuries.

They have people come out from Spiritwood, Nipawin and Canwood.

“We encourage anybody that needs to get out, any survivor that finds themselves just at home and not able to do anything, come out and come and join us,” said Perkins.

Every third Sunday of the month, the chapter hosts a support group in the community room at the South Hill Mall starting at 2 p.m.

“The more the merrier,” Perkins said.

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by Sarah Wallace

Brain injury victims getting support in Prince Albert

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