Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts - Survivor and Family Support Information & Resources


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· · · · · · · · · ·	What does BIA-MA do? Survivor & Family Support Prevention Programs ~ Advocacy ~ Education ~ Survivor & Family Support Brain injury can have a traumatic effect on both survivors and their families. BIA-MA sponsors support groups across the state that provide survivors and their loved ones a forum for sharing information about brain injury as well as a compassionate and understanding peer group. Support Groups Below you can find our support group list. This list includes support groups from all over the state and is regularly updated. You can view it in either Adobe .PDF or Microsoft Word formats. Support groups (.PDF) Support groups (Word) Information and Resources The brain injury assistance system can be difficult to navigate. Our professional staff at BIA-MA strives to provide survivors and their families with a helpful road map. Our licensed social workers are always available to answer questions, and can provide resources, support, and informal counseling. BIA-MA can also provide information on a variety of subjects, including: Social Security State benefits and programs Medicaid, Medicare, and MassHealth Physicians, neurologists, and neurosurgeons Therapists and psychiatrists Facilities, including rehabilitation and long-term care Special education and other educational resources Housing and supported living Support groups Legal resources Brain injury information, articles, books, and fact sheets View a glossary of terms related to brain injury For assistance or if you just need to talk to someone, please call the Brain Injury Help Line at (800) 242-0030, or e-mail us at info@biama.org. BIA-MA also offers information and resources to professionals in the field. If you are a brain injury survivor or a family member and would like to locate a support group near you, please call: BIA-MA's Brain Injury Help Line at (800) 242-0030, or the TTY line at (508) 475-0042. Are you willing to offer support to others affected by brain injury? Sign up by using our Telephone Support Network by calling BIA-MA at (800) 242-0030, or e-mail us at info@biama.org.