Brain Injury Association of Michigan - BIAMI

06/04/2026

When a child gets a concussion, the injury is only part of the challenge. Families are often left wondering what symptoms to watch for, when to seek care, and when it's safe to return to school or sports.

Concussion Navigator, developed in partnership by NASHIA, the University of Michigan, and the Brain Injury Association of Michigan, brings those answers together in one place.

From recognizing possible concussion symptoms to tracking recovery and finding care nearby, it helps Michigan families navigate the path forward with more confidence.

Share this resource so families know where to turn after a head injury.

Explore the tool at ConcussionNavigator.org

06/03/2026

06/02/2026

⛳️🎉The countdown is on for our Eastern Golf Invitational, and we hope you’ll be part of the excitement! Your support fuels the success of this special annual event, helping us create brighter futures for brain injury survivors across Michigan. Every swing, sponsorship, and participant helps us advance our mission while enjoying a great day on the course!

Becoming a sponsor is a great way to support brain injury survivors and gain valuable exposure for your business or organization. Benefits include event recognition, promotional opportunities, and registrations for 2 to 16 golfers—ideal for clients, employees, or friends. Even select lower-level sponsorships include discounted golfer registration. Check out all the options at https://conta.cc/4vpaWJE!

Ready to join us? Become a sponsor today by emailing [email protected]. For more information or to sign up by phone, contact BIAMI at (810) 229-5880.

06/01/2026

🚲 400 custom fit children's helmets + 28 kids with new bikes!

The Lids for Kids event sponsored by Sinas Dramis Law Firm in Grand Rapids last Saturday was a huge success!

BIAMI was thrilled to be part of a day filled with smiles, excitement, and community spirit as hundreds of children received free, custom-fitted bike helmets—the #1 tool for preventing brain injuries while riding. The fun reached another level when 28 lucky kids rolled away with brand-new bikes from the raffle! 🎉🚴

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to learn more about brain injury prevention and safety. We loved connecting with so many wonderful families and community partners.

What a beautiful day of helping kids stay safe, active, and ready to ride! ☀️💙

06/01/2026

Join us tonight for the Young Adult Support Group via Zoom at 5 pm for tonight's topic: Telling Your Brain Injury Story.

Email Steph at [email protected] to get more information and access the link.

05/28/2026

✨TONIGHT!✨

Don’t miss the Brain Injury Association of Michigan’s Virtual Annual Meeting TONIGHT at 5:30 p.m. — and yes, EVERYONE is invited! 🎉

Come catch up on all the incredible things happening at BIAMI, connect with the community, meet our newest staff members, and hear more about the impact being made across Michigan. PLUS, attendees will have a chance to win 🎟️ TWO TICKETS 🎟️ to one of our favorite events of the year: “Stache Out the Park” at Magnum PI Day at Comerica Park — all benefiting BIAMI’s mission!

📅 Thursday, May 28
🕠 5:30 p.m.
🎉 Free to attend!

Registration is encouraged so we can plan for attendance:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BIAMIAM26

Questions? Call the BIAMI office at 810.229.5880.

We can’t wait to see you tonight!

05/18/2026

We had an incredible time at the Lids for Kids Michigan event on Saturday, May 16 in Lansing! Families from across the community gathered as children received almost 400 (!) FREE, custom-fitted bicycle helmets to help keep them safe while riding and playing.
The excitement continued as 24 bike raffles put brand-new bicycles into the hands of many happy kids!

A HUGE thank to and their community partners for bringing this amazing event to Michigan kids each year. Activities like this remind us how powerful a community can be when it comes together to support the safety, health, and happiness of local children!

05/14/2026

We're thrilled to introduce Laurel Buck, MPA, SHRM-CP, who has joined the BIAMI team as a Program Outreach Coordinator in west Michigan.

Laurel’s connection to the brain injury community began early in her career while working for six years as a resident aide with Corewell Health Neuro Rehabilitation Services, where she supported individuals through recovery and earned her Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS) credential. Laurel holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration with a healthcare emphasis from Grand Valley State University.

Her professional foundation in neurorehabilitation is complemented by lived experience—Laurel has supported her brother through a complex and ongoing recovery following a traumatic brain injury sustained in a car accident in his early twenties.

Laurel is prepared to support BIAMI’s mission by expanding outreach, strengthening partnerships, and amplifying the resources available to Michigan’s brain injury community.

It's great to have you on board, Laurel!