ALERTS/LEGISLATION AFFECTING YOU
EDUCATION
Brain Injury Association of America
The Brain Injury Association of America provides comprehensive education
about brain injury to audiences as diverse as physicians, rehabilitation
specialists, trial lawyers and educators.
Brain Injury Association of Michigan
We are dedicated to serving those living
with the affects of brain injury through Support, Education, Advocacy,
Research, and Prevention.
The Shaken Baby
Alliance
The Shaken Baby Alliance provides support for SBS victim families (including
adoptive and foster parents), advocate for justice for SBS victims, and increase
SBS awareness.
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KIDS & PARENTS
I Am Your Child
Foundation
A national non profit organization dedicated to raising awareness about the importance
of early childhood development.
KidSource
Articles about parenting your child with special needs.
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ADAPTED BICYCLES
WizWheelz
Exceptional human powered vehicles.
AngleTech
Three wheeled bikes that can be motored with just the upper or lower extremity.
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PREVENTION
Snell Memorial Foundation
The Snell Memorial Foundation is a not-for-profit organization dedicated
to research, education, testing and development of helmet safety standards.
National Organization for Youth Safety
Resources that save lives, prevent injuries
and promote safe and healthy lifestyles among youth.
Foundation for Spinal Cord Injury Prevention
The Foundation for Spinal Cord Injury Prevention, Care & Cure (FSCIPCC)
is a non-profit educational group dedicated to the prevention, care and
cure of spinal cord injuries through public awareness, education and
funding research.
Brain Injury Association of America
The Brain Injury Association of America provides comprehensive education
about brain injury to audiences as diverse as physicians, rehabilitation
specialists, trial lawyers and educators.
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REHABILITATION American
Brain Tumor Association
Source for information about brain tumors, treatment options, clinical
trials and living with a brain tumor.
WeMove
Worldwide education and awareness for movement disorders.
Neuro-Optometric
Rehabilitation Association
NORA is diverse group of professionals dedicated to advancing the art
and science of habilitation rehabilitation of the neurologically and
cognitively injured and disabled survivor population and their families.
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SPINAL
CORD INJURY
National Spinal Cord Injury Association
At NSCIA, we educate and empower survivors of spinal cord injury and
disease to achieve and maintain the highest levels of independence, health
and personal fulfillment.
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TECHNICAL/PROFESSIONAL JOURNALS
Taylor & Francis
Group
Publishes Brain Injury, an informative journal on all aspects of traumatic
brain injury.
Acedemic
Press
Publishes several articles on brain injury and other neurological disorders.
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SUPPORT
CaringBridge
CaringBridge is a not-for-profit organization providing the oldest, most widely
used free online service connecting patients to friends and families.
Carepages
Millions of people use CarePages to find support during life-changing illnesses such as:
- Cancer treatment
- Premature birth
- Brain Injury
- Congenital heart defects
- Chronic illness
- Stroke
- Hospitalization
- Wounded military
FREE Web site you can create to stay in touch with
family and friends during times of illness or injury.
Your personalized CarePage makes it easy to:
- Post journal updates about your progress—no need for phone calls
- Upload and share photos
- Receive supportive messages from others
- Find other members like you
- Ask for help/advice on our discussion boards
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Click on a letter above to view terms for each section.
Note: The glossary definitions are taken from BRAIN INJURY GLOSSARY;
Edited by L. Don Lehmkuhl, Ph.D; Published by HDI Publishers, Houston,
Texas; 1996.
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