What can’t we say about Ellie Lapowich? Not only does she sit on our Mix and Mingle Committee and is a proud BIST supporter – but Ellie also manages to be one of our (if not the top) fundraiser at our 5K each and every year. We challenge you to take her on and see if you can beat her fundraising amounts this year!
Tell us a bit about your work:
I have had the privilege of working with people who have sustained brain injuries for almost twenty years now. Since 2004, I have owned and operated Innovative Case Management Inc. (ICM), which is a community-based company that provides case management and occupational therapy services, as well as Catastrophic and medical legal assessments.
Why do you participate in the BIST 5K?
I have participated in the BIST Run for the past several years because it is a great event that raises much needed funds for the wonderful programs offered by BIST. It is amazing to see such a great turnout year after year as members of our community, along with their families and friends (and often pets), cover the 5k while enjoying the camaraderie this event promotes.
What does being a hero of brain injury mean to you?
I think the real heroes of brain injury are our clients who have sustained these injuries and work incredibly hard every day to overcome the many obstacles they now have to face. I have had the good fortune of meeting some amazing people who are true inspirations. I believe that our clients’ loved ones and caregivers are also heroes.
What is your favourite part about Race Day?
My favourite part of race day is watching brain injury survivours triumphantly cross the finish line.
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Filed under: BIST 5K, Heroes of Brain Injury Series, Women + ABI Tagged: BIST Hero 5K Run Walk & Roll, Ellie Lapowich, Innovative Case Management
