Beacon of Hope for TBI Families

09/14/2026

Concussions are often described in symptoms and timelines, but their full impact is best understood through the stories of people with lived experience. For most people, recovery happens within a few weeks, but for others — especially those who have experienced multiple concussions — symptoms like headaches, fatigue, memory challenges, difficulty concentrating, balance issues, and vision problems can become part of daily life long after the injury itself.

National Concussion Awareness Day is this Friday the National Brain Injury Association is sharing some stories:
https://biausa.org/brain-injury/community/personal-stories/matt-brown?utm_medium=email&utm_source=ctct #

Sharing our stories are one way that we can get the message out that traumatic brain injuries impact more people than you might think. It can certainly make a difference to your quality of life to know and recognize the signs of a TBI for yourself or your loved ones, so that appropriate care can be given.

12/05/2025

Our Donation of $1,120 was added to this families account and I received this message from his wife Ann.

Thank you, and God bless you! I have copied the GoFundMe for my husband.
The funds will be used for his ongoing medical treatment. He has tests and procedures scheduled through May of 2026 so far. He is unable to get Medicare for another year, so we rely on Medicaid. And it does limit medical services.

Respectfully,

Ann Martin

Together we can accomplish good things. Thank you to the entire community that supported our Newport Tree Festival. Thanks to the success of our event, we will have funds to continue to help others like the Martin family.

12/03/2025

Anyone can sustain a brain injury. But certain groups face a greater risk of both sustaining and experiencing complications from a brain injury, including racial and ethnic minorities and those living in rural areas of the United States. Throughout December, we will be sharing information about how brain injury can impact people differently depending on their circumstances. Read on to learn more about this topic.

Also included in this edition of News and Resources is the digital copy of THE Challenge! magazine, information about our new Advocacy and Awareness Ambassador program, and more!

THE Challenge! Now Available Online

The final issue of the year of our magazine, THE Challenge!, is now available for free online. This edition features articles on traumatic brain injury in veterans, brain injury in rural populations, a profile on the subject and author of the book Broken Girl, and more! Download the magazine here.

View the contents of the Groups at Risk for Brain Injury edition of THE Challenge! magazine.

11/30/2025

The Oregon Coast Aquarium is super supportive of the community and my family always has a spectacular time when we visit. Go check out the fun lights- it’s always a highlight of the holiday!!

11/25/2025

BIAA’s upcoming webinar for brain injury survivors and family caregivers focuses on assistive technologies to help you thrive after brain injury. The webinar is free for brain injury survivors and family caregivers. Please register at the link below.

December 11, 2025, 3:00-4:00 p.m. ET

Simple Tools, Big Possibilities: Assistive Technology to Help You Thrive after Brain Injury

Bethany Compton, MCD, CCC-SLP, CBIS

Living with a brain injury often means finding new ways to manage daily tasks. Assistive technology can help! This webinar will explore simple, everyday tools that support challenges commonly experienced after injury, such as difficulty with memory, focus, or staying organized. From tools you may already own to phone settings you didn’t know you had, participants will learn how technology can ease daily frustrations and promote autonomy. Designed for survivors and caregivers alike, this session offers accessible strategies that meet you where you are.

Living with a brain injury often means finding new ways to manage daily tasks. Assistive technology can help! This webinar will explore simple, everyday tools that support challenges commonly experienced after injury, such as difficulty with memory, focus, or staying organized. From tools you may al...

11/04/2025

Sharing your story is important.

Members of the Brain Injury community describe their experiences.

10/27/2025

We're proud to share this powerful joint statement from leading brain injury organizations calling for better communication, more inclusive terminology, and strong advocacy for survivors and families. Whether you are a caregiver, professional, or survivor, this is a step toward making sure every story is heard and respected.

Read the full statement from the Brain Injury Association of America and partners:

https://biausa.org/public-affairs/public-awareness/news/brain-injury-organizations-release-joint-statement-on-improving-communication-about-brain-injury #

BIAA and a group of brain injury organizations and advocates released a statement to improve how brain injuries are discussed and understood.

10/24/2025

🎄💙 As we prepare for the holidays, let’s remember the thousands of Oregon families living with the impact of traumatic brain injury (TBI).

🧠 In Oregon, TBI-related emergency visits and deaths have been rising across all age groups. These injuries are often invisible, but their effects are life-changing — from memory loss and fatigue to emotional and financial strain.

✨ Beacon of Hope for TBI Families is here to remind our community: behind every statistic is a story of resilience, love, and the need for support.

🎁 This season, consider giving the gift of awareness:

Learn about TBI and its impact

Support local nonprofits serving survivors and caregivers

Reach out to families who may feel isolated

Together, we can build a more compassionate Oregon — one where every family feels seen and supported.
www.BOH4TBI.com

10/21/2025

You are invited to the Newport Tree Festival -- a heartwarming fundraising event that brings our community together to support families affected by traumatic brain injury (TBI). Enjoy a stunning display of decorated trees, festive booths, and holiday magic — all while making a real difference. Learn more at https://boh4tbi.com/

-Attend the event for free as a visitor
-Join the festival as a vendor or artisan
-Become a festival volunteer
-Sponsor the tree festival