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January 2024
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BIAPA 2024 Annual Conference
Creating Roadmaps for Brain Injury Rehabilitation: The Journey from Initial Treatment to Community Inclusion
JUNE 24-25, 2024 Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square - Lancaster, PA
Brain Injury Awareness Day In Washington DC March 6, 2024 Details coming soon
Brain Safety Fair - Westmoreland Mall Greensburg, PA - March 16, 2024 LEARN MORE
BIAPA is currently immersed in preparations for its annual conference in June. The conference committee is diligently reviewing speaker and session presentation outlines, making every effort to provide a diverse and informative program.
**A noteworthy highlight this year is the addition of sessions specifically tailored for caregivers of children and adolescents with brain injury, along with the professionals who support them. This reflects BIAPA’s commitment to address the needs of the pediatric brain injury community.
The upcoming conference promises to be an enriching and fun experience for all attendees. Stay tuned for registration information!
Clinical Forum
The Craniocervical Junction: The Link between Brain and Body Function
A presentation and discussion with Ian Bulow, DC, DCCJP, Clinician and past President of the ICA's Council on Upper Cervical Care
Tuesday, January 30, 2024 3:30 – 5:00 pm ET
In this presentation, Dr. Bulow will review the anatomy and physiology of the craniocervical junction and their relevance to brain and spine injury recovery. Clinical assessments and intervention options will be discussed, with an emphasis on chiropractic procedures. Also the use of myofascial trigger point therapy to release tightness and reduce pain throughout fascial tissues. Audience participation and questions will be encouraged during and following the presentation.
This session is intended for a professional audience and is free. Questions can be directed to MJ Schmidt at schmidt@biapa.org.
BIAPA is delighted to welcome Amanda Parezo and Kate Turner to the BIAPA Board of Directors. CLICK HERE to learn more about BIAPA's newest Board members.
Amanda Parezo is an assistant professor and academic fieldwork coordinator for the Occupational Therapy department at Thomas Jefferson University.
Kate Turner currently holds the position of Project Manager in the Ortho-Medical Division at Bryn Mawr Rehabilitation Hospital.
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month!!
How are you planning to raise awareness about brain injury in your community and beyond? Last year, Montour High School's Future Business Leaders held a pickle ball tournament to raise awareness and support BIAPA. Other groups have promoted a Brain Injury Dress Down or Denim Day in their workplace. This year BIAPA is hosting a Brain Safety Fair at Westmoreland Mall in Greensburg. Do you have an idea that you'd like to share and that BIAPA can promote? Send your ideas and plans to admin@biapa.org. #NotAloneInBrainInjury.
Brain Injury Awareness Day on Capitol Hill
On Wednesday, March 6, advocates from across the United States will be going to Washington, DC to participate in Brain Injury Awareness Day on Capitol Hill. Our main goal is to educate our legislators about the needs of individuals with brain injury and their supporters. One area of focus will be the Traumatic Brain Injury Act, which will be due for reauthorization this year.
There will be some additional events in the late afternoon and early evening on Tuesday March 5, the day before Brain Injury Awareness Day, for those who are interested. Details are forthcoming.
If you're interested in learning more about the events or joining the group from BIAPA that will be attending, contact Monica Vaccaro vaccaro@biapa.org. You're welcome to come to one or both days. Monica will be working with the Brain Injury Association of America to facilitate the appointments with legislators and set the schedule for the day.
We haven't gone as a group since 2020, due to COVID related issues, and we're so looking forward to going back. It's always a great day!
Sarris Candy Sales Will Benefit BIAPA
BIAPA is once again partnering with Pittsburgh's renowned Sarris Candies to offer Easter candy sales to benefit BIAPA. Order your holiday candy through the BIAPA link, and Sarris will donate 25% of all sales to BIAPA!
To order, CLICK ON THE BUTTON BELOW, enter BIAPA's Group ID: 10-0214 and start shopping. Your order will be shipped directly to you or another address for free, with a $5 packaging and handling fee.
Easter is early this year! This program ends on March 22, so place your orders now!
ReDiscover U is offering some great online learning experiences in the upcoming month!
Classes are held on Monday nights at 6 PM ET via Zoom. Use thislink to join any of the classes at 6 PM on Mondays.
January 29: Driving After TBI In this session, special guest Maria T Schultheis, Ph.D., will discuss driving after a traumatic brain injury.
February 5: SHARE Night! Please join us for a special night of story-sharing. All brain injury survivors are welcome to share their life experiences as they look to empower themselves while inspiring hope in others
February 12: Valentine's Day Celebration Please join us for a fun night of Valentine's Day games and decorations!
February 19: Chair Fitness Bring your water bottle as we complete chair exercises geared for all abilities. We will learn about our bodies as we break a sweat! Come join the fun!
February 26: Capitol Hill Day Special guest Gavin Attwood will join us in this session to share details about the Brain Injury Awareness Day that is taking place on Capitol Hill March 5-6, 2024.
For more information about ReDiscover U, CLICK HERE.
Support Group Corner
The BIAPA statewide virtual support group will meet Thursday, February 15 at 5 PM. This tight-knit community consists of survivors, caregivers, family and professionals from across the state of Pennsylvania! Please use thisZoom Link to access the meeting.
BIAPA's next Caregiver Support Group will be held on Wednesday February 8 at 6 PM. This monthly, virtual meeting is open to all caregivers. The meetings are an excellent opportunity for caregivers to meet one another, share experiences and discuss topics of unique relevance to their roles. No pre-registration is required! To join this monthly meeting, use this Zoom Link.
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