Kelvin Lim

Kelvin is 45 years of age. He acquired his brain injury in 2000 from a stroke. Before that he was doing computer studies and working at Monash University. He was living in Wantirna. Now he lives in an apartment on his own with some support. He calls himself a “survival cook”. He has been a member of BIM for 10 years during which time he held the position of Secretary. He is currently an active member of the BIM committee.

Session

Spreading the word & Hitchhiker’s guide

Time: 3:30am - 5:00am

Location: Park B

Members from Reinforce and New Wave talk about the different ways they spread the word on issues facing people with intellectual disabilities and what they do to let people know about, and get, their rights. Peta Ferguson, President of Brain Injury Matters (BIM), describes the production of two kits, The Hitch-hiker’s Guide through the Brain maze and the associated speakers kit, showing how they work and their importance. Then a brief explanation of what causes ABI, the short and long term effects and the negative community attitudes to this sometimes hidden disability followed by three BIM members sharing their personal journeys:

Kelvin Lim

Session

Spreading the word & Hitchhiker’s guide

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