Brain Injury Association of America, Tennessee Chapter

Brain Injury Association of America, Tennessee Chapter The Brain Injury Association of America, Tennessee Chapter, is committed to making our state a place where survivors and their families feel supported.

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In sharing her brain injury journey, Elizabeth Wiley poses a question: If you lived when you should have died, what word...
08/25/2026

In sharing her brain injury journey, Elizabeth Wiley poses a question: If you lived when you should have died, what word would you use to describe yourself?

In August of 2022, a car crash left Elizabeth with, among other injuries, multiple brain bleeds. She was placed in a medically induced coma at the hospital, where the doctors told her family and friends it would be a miracle if she woke up.

Well, Elizabeth did wake up. And for that, the word she would use to describe herself and her journey is miracle.

Read Elizabeth's story here: https://bit.ly/4xYG2Jp

"My story is one of resilience, faith, and transformation." - Kel M., TBI survivor"My story is one of surviving the unim...
08/24/2026

"My story is one of resilience, faith, and transformation." - Kel M., TBI survivor

"My story is one of surviving the unimaginable and discovering that survival was only the beginning." - Sophie H., ABI survivor

"My daughter’s traumatic brain injury journey can be summed up in one word: perseverance." - Nekita S., caregiver

No matter where you are on your brain injury journey, your story matters, and it deserves to be heard.

Because when more people know about life with brain injury, the easier it will be for them to understand us, our experiences, and our community.

Share your story here: https://bit.ly/3IGcKeg

08/21/2026

When your loved one sustains a brain injury, your whole world changes in an instant.

That was the case for Sherry Monroe, who suddenly found herself moving into the role of a caregiver after her son, Garrett, sustained a brain injury from being in a motorcycle accident. She was told by Garrett's medical team to prepare for the worst and that the chances of his recovery were slim.

Hearing those words was devastating, but Sherry quickly turned that devastation into action.

She began researching brain injury online to learn everything she could about her son's condition and to prepare for navigating the long road to recovery, whatever that may look like. That's how she found the Brain Injury Association of America's website, where she spent hours reading up on every aspect of brain injury. It was through this research that Sherry learned about different types of doctors who could give Garrett the treatment he needed to get better. She learned about physiatrists, a type of physician previously unknown to her, and found one at a hospital nearby. With this doctor, Garrett was able to get the specific treatment that he needed to heal, which has made all the difference.

Back to school season is here, and if you're the parent of a child with a brain injury, you understand the importance of...
08/20/2026

Back to school season is here, and if you're the parent of a child with a brain injury, you understand the importance of communicating with their teachers and advocating for their needs. Check out Survivor Advisory Council member Kelly Lang's ABCs of Supporting Students in Schools here: https://bit.ly/4qtTfaD

Mental health symptoms like anxiety, feelings of sadness or depression, anger, and irritability are common after brain i...
08/19/2026

Mental health symptoms like anxiety, feelings of sadness or depression, anger, and irritability are common after brain injury and deserve the same attention and care as other common symptoms.

Support and treatment for mental health symptoms can make a huge difference in the lives of people with brain injury — and their loved ones. Learn more about brain injury and mental health: https://bit.ly/4wzG6hG

Join us this Thursday at 3 p.m. ET for "Concussion in Youth Football: What We Know, What We Can Do, and How to Protect Y...
08/17/2026

Join us this Thursday at 3 p.m. ET for "Concussion in Youth Football: What We Know, What We Can Do, and How to Protect Young Athletes."

In this free live webinar, we'll cover concussion risk factors, signs and symptoms, recovery considerations, and evidence-based strategies to help young athletes reduce the risk of injury and support safe return to play and learning. Parents, coaches, school employees, athletic trainers, and other healthcare providers are encouraged to attend. Register here: https://bit.ly/4cM6xcK

We’re thrilled to announce that Pete Weber, The Voice of the Nashville Predators, will serve as emcee for the 2026 Lumin...
08/13/2026

We’re thrilled to announce that Pete Weber, The Voice of the Nashville Predators, will serve as emcee for the 2026 Luminary of the Year Celebration benefiting the Brain Injury Association of America – Tennessee Chapter.

Pete’s connection to this mission is meaningful. His own experience with a brain disorder and surgery gave him a deeper appreciation for the importance of brain health, while his decades as a sportscaster have given him a firsthand understanding of the conversation surrounding concussions and brain injuries.

On Thursday, October 8, at Richland Country Club in Nashville, we’ll bring together corporate partners, healthcare professionals, survivors, caregivers, advocates, community leaders, and supporters to raise awareness and critical funding for Tennesseans affected by brain injury.

More than 1.4 million Tennesseans are living with an acquired brain injury—from traumatic injuries such as falls, vehicle crashes, and sports injuries to internal causes including stroke, brain tumors, aneurysms, and other neurological conditions.

This year’s Luminary of the Year, Dr. Mayur Patel of Vanderbilt University Medical Center, will be recognized for his leadership in trauma and brain injury care.

We’re grateful to Pete for lending his voice and his heart to this important evening. We hope you’ll join us!

Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e6eB8_y5

Questions? Contact Stacy Mulder at [email protected] or 615-988-9638.



Nashville Predators Foundation

08/13/2026

"Everything in my life as a brain injury survivor has grown from one small thing at a time."

The prospect of finding or building community after a brain injury can feel overwhelming. Instead of trying to do everything at once, our Brain Injury Survivor Council recommends starting with just one small step. Whether that's calling your local Brain Injury Association to find a support group, signing up for an art class, or inviting people over for dinner, taking that first step allows community to grow.

Watch the full conversation on how to build community after brain injury here: https://bit.ly/4i7093k

08/12/2026

🧠 Virtual Brain Injury Support Group
Join Us Tuesday, August 18th at 11:00 AM (CST)

We invite you to join our upcoming Virtual Brain Injury Support Group to enjoy Art Therapy with Mary Mae from The Art Jam 🎨

Who Should Attend?
This support group is open to:
•Individuals living with brain injury
•Family members and caregivers
•Professionals working with the brain injury community
•Anyone interested in learning about available brain injury resources and supports

🎨The activity for this session will be Flashlight Focus - based on light and focus🎨

Supplies Needed for the Activity:
•Paper
•Drawing tool (pencil or pen)
•Coloring items (crayons, markers, or colored pencils)
•Optional item – a ruler or straight edge

This is a great opportunity to build connections and share experiences with others who understand the journey of brain injury.

Virtual Meeting Information
📅 Date: Tuesday, August 18th
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CST)
💻 Location: Zoom
** If you are interested in joining the support group, please reach out to Samantha Bales at [email protected] **

Please reach out if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you there!

Fatigue is a common symptom reported by individuals living with brain injury. In fact, the TBI Model Systems Knowledge T...
08/12/2026

Fatigue is a common symptom reported by individuals living with brain injury. In fact, the TBI Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center reports that as many as 70 percent of brain injury survivors experience mental fatigue. Read more about fatigue after brain injury here: https://bit.ly/4oH1OgQ

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