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American Brain Tumor Association Support
800.886.ABTA (2282)
https://www.abta.org/about-brain-tumors/social-emotional-support/
Brain Injury Association of America-National
Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) provides a state-by-state directory of local BIAA chapters and affiliates, helping individuals affected by brain injury connect with nearby support services, resources, and advocacy organizations.
https://www.biausa.org/find-bia
Phone: 800.444.6443
Brain Injury Association of IL List of sites
Brain Injury Association of Illinois provides a directory of support groups and resources for individuals affected by brain injury across the state. It serves as a centralized hub for locating local services, peer support opportunities, and contact information for further assistance
https://www.biail.com/support.htm
Phone: 800.699.6443
Center for Disease Control CDC
CDC defines a traumatic brain injury (TBI) as a disruption in the normal function of the brain that can be caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head, or penetrating head injury. Everyone is at risk for a TBI, especially children and older adults. Consult their factsheets, data, reports.
https://www.cdc.gov/traumaticbraininjury/index.html
Phone: 800.232.4636
Concussions 101: A Primer for Kids and Parents
The symptoms of a concussion can be tough for kids to recognize. This clever and informative YouTube video is designed to help illustrate what a concussion is and why it is important to pay attention to signs and symptoms when gauging how and when to return to activity.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCCD52Pty4A
Epilepsy Foundation
The Foundation and its nationwide network of nearly 50 partners connects people to treatment, support and resources; leads advocacy efforts; funds innovative research and the training of specialists; and educates the public about epilepsy and seizure first aid.
https://www.epilepsy.com/
Phone:800. 332.1000
Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago is a not-for-profit, incorporated in Illinois, serving 43 counties, offering counseling, advocacy and educational services to people with epilepsy, their families, and the communities in which they live.
https://www.epilepsy.com/greater-chicago
Phone: 312.939.8622
Family Guide to The Rancho Levels of Cognitive Functioning
This patient information family guide to the Rancho Los Amigos Level of Cognitive Functioning scale is widely used in rehabilitation treatment for brain injury. This evaluation tool identifies patterns of recovery for people with closed-head injury. It is most appropriate for traumatic brain injury patients with cognitive and memory deficits who are less than one-year post onset.
https://dhs.lacounty.gov/rancho/education/graduate-medical-and-professional-education/educational-materials/rancho-levels-of-cognitive-functioning/
Living With Traumatic Brain Injury - MSKTC
The MSKTC works closely with researchers in the 16 Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Model Systems to develop resources for people living with traumatic brain injuries and their supporters. These evidence-based materials are available in a variety of formats such as printable PDF documents, videos, and slideshows.
https://msktc.org/tbi
Phone: 202.403.5600
Love Your Brain - Meditation and Yoga
North Shore Yoga
2523 Waukegan Road, Bannockburn, IL 60015
https://www.loveyourbrain.com/
email: info@loveyourbrain.com
Midwest Brain Injury Club House
1021 West Adams Street, Suite 200 Chicago, IL 60607
(Located on the corner of West Adams Street and North Morgan Street)
http://mbiclubhouse.org/
Phone: 312.226.8720
Synapse House
Synapse House is a nonprofit organization offering rehabilitation and support services for individuals affected by stroke, brain injury, and neurological conditions through its Clubhouse Day Program, employment readiness training, veteran support services, and adaptive fitness programs.
https://synapsehouse.org/
Phone: 877.932.1120
TBI Publications, Fact Sheets, Handouts - Washington State Department of Social and Health Services , Aging and Long-Term Support Administration (ALTSA)
Provides TBI publications, fact sheets and handouts. Find information on everything from understanding a TBI, symptoms, and specific caregiving tips.
https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/traumatic-brain-injury/tbi-publications-fact-sheets-handouts
University of Sydney - TBI Express Partner Training
A communication-training program for people with traumatic brain injury, their families, friends and careers.
https://www.sydney.edu.au/medicine-health/our-research/research-centres/acquired-brain-injury-communication-lab/tbi-express.html
U.S. VET TBI - Make the Connection
Videos connection, symptoms, and information for veterans with brain injury.
https://www.maketheconnection.net/conditions/traumatic-brain-injury
