Brain Injury Association of America
The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) is the country’s oldest and largest nationwide brain injury advocacy organization.
Our Minds Matter Concussion Program experts have created this list of resources to help you keep your child safe and well.
The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) is the country’s oldest and largest nationwide brain injury advocacy organization.
BIAPA provides a listing of support groups for regions across the state, a resource line, and pre-enrollment assistance information.
BrainSTEPS Brain Injury School Re-Entry Consulting Program helps school districts create educational plans for students following an acquired brain injury.
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) caused by a blow or jolt to the head or body that causes the brain to shake. The shaking can cause the brain to not work normally and can result in serious side effects.
This worksheet is designed to help monitor and record concussion symptoms during the recovery process.
This resource from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides information to parents, youth sports coaches, high school coaches, school professionals, and healthcare providers. The purpose is to help them recognize, respond to, and minimize the risk of concussions or other serious brain injuries.
This non-profit organization is dedicated to advocating for persons with aphasia and their families. The NAA provides access to research, education, rehabilitation, therapeutic, and advocacy services.
The “return to play” plan outlines steps your child can follow to help them return to recreational physical activity after a concussion. It also provides examples of activities they can participate in at varying levels of intensity.
This “return to learn after the summer” plan provides information on how you can help your child with concussion advance through the various levels of cognitive activity to promote recovery and prevent ongoing symptoms.