Fortunately for them, the Brain Injury Association of Washington exists to serve them in their time of need. These are examples of the needs expressed by our callers. Survivors and family members call us for answers to their questions about brain injury and recovery, to have their concerns heard, and to be directed to available services and how to access them. We draw from our extensive library of articles, books and videos to assemble personalized information packets for survivors and families on a wide range of topics. We also collaborate with local social service agencies and state agencies to continuously educate them about brain injury and advocate for the availability of quality, affordable and accessible services to persons with brain injuries and their families.
Support groups serve as yet another important lifeline for survivors and family caregivers.
We are fortunate to have over 22 groups who meet throughout the state where we direct survivors and families. These support groups provide first hand information and a level of emotional understanding that can only come from those who have lived through the same life altering experience. They also provide a safe haven in which frustrations and feelings can be expressed and validated, and new coping strategies learned. We are doing a great job of supporting people with brain injuries and their families but we want to do an even better job. Provide information in a variety of formats including written, large print, audio and web access.