News Release - September 13, 1996

"Quality and excellence have always been the cornerstone of the non-profit ABI providers. When combined with a cost conscious approach to service, both the consumers and the province are better served", said Robert Thompson, President of OACBABIS. "That 6 of the 7 service providers approved by the province to-day are members of OACBABIS, is further testament of the skill, dedication, experience and resourcefulness of our membership."

Although some 60 or more organizations originally indicated an interest in responding to the proposal call, in the end only 7 were selected after undergoing rigorous, independent quality investigations of all aspects of their operations. "The highly specialized and intensive rehabilitation services provided by the OACBABIS member agencies have resulted in a proven track record that well serves the interests of every affected group - clients, families, and taxpayers.", said Deborah Delorme, the Executive Director of Dale Head Injury Services. Added Hedy Chandler, "It has become accepted wisdom that the non-profits in Ontario provide ABI rehabilitation services that are as good as, and often better, than any in the United States."

OACBABIS has been a strong supporter of this government's initiative to repatriate Ontarians with ABI. Not only is it less expensive, but rehabilitation aimed at re-integration in the community is more successful in the client's own locality.