Brain Injury Association of New York State 

1982 - 2012 ≈ Happy 30th Anniversary. Join us in our 30 for 30 Campaign!    Brain injury – it’s the last thing on your mind, until it’s the only thing on your mind. A brain injury changes everything. Nothing in your world is the same. What now? Who can you turn to? How will you find the resources you need to cope?   The Brain Injury Association of New York State is here to help. Whatever the cause of the injury - combat-related traumatic brain injury, stroke, a brain tumor, blast injury, concussion, or an acquired brain injury from exposure to chemicals - the Brain Injury Association of New York State offers resources, information and support. Here, you will find the help and hope you’ve been looking for.Since 1982, we have provided information, resources, programs, advocacy, and support services to brain injury survivors, family members, health care professionals, and educators.   You are not alone. To navigate through our website, please click on the topics listed in the left-side menu. Because no one should face the trauma of brain injury alone.

News & Announcements Upcoming Webinar29-Feb-2012 On Wednesday, February 29, from 12:00 to 1:15 pm, the Association will present a free webinar entitled, “Return to Learn: Supporting Students Returning to the Classroom Post-Concussion.” T.. Read More... "Back Walking Forward" Screening22-Feb-2012 "Back Walking Forward," an inspiring 40 minute documentary about the aftermath of TBI and its life changing impact on one family from Brooklyn, NY, will be screened on Sunday, March 18. Join us at.. Read More... Expo at Helen Hayes Hospital30-Jan-2012 Helen Hayes Hospital in West Haverstraw will host an Adapted Sports, Recreation, and Living Expo on Saturday, April 21, from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm. The event is free and open to the public, and w.. Read More... Conference Addresses Addiction & TBI26-Jan-2012 The NYS Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services has partnered with BIANYS for a one-day conference, "Addiction and Brain Injury: The Hidden Problem." This FREE training will be held on Frida.. Read More... It's Not Too Late to be an Early Bird!26-Jan-2012 Organizations, facilities, and professionals - Are you planning your conference schedule for 2012? Take advantage of the Association's Early Bird special, and save 10 percent on your ex.. Read More... Governor Cuomo Announces 2012-2013 Budget17-Jan-2012 On January 17, 2012, Governor Cuomo announces his proposed budget for the 2012-2013 fiscal year. The full budget proposal can be found on the Governor's website, www.governor.ny.gov (http://www.govern.. Read More... Living with Brain Injury13-Jan-2012 The Association is partnering with Transitions of Long Island for a one-day seminar entitiled, "Living with Brain Injury: Fostering Post-Traumatic Growth and Continued Progress." Please join us on.. Read More... Trainings Scheduled29-Dec-2011 Two "Understanding Life with Brain Injury" trainings have been scheduled for direct care staff. The purpose of these free trainings is to improve the quality of services provided to individuals with b.. Read More... Hockey Game to Benefit BIANYS21-Dec-2011 You are invited to join us on Sunday, March 4, 2012, for the First Annual Brain Injury and Concussion Awareness Day with the New York Islanders hockey team. Not only do we .. Read More... Heating Assistance09-Dec-2011 As the weather turns colder, many people in NY face the challenge of heating their homes on a limited budget. The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is available to assist low-income New York resid.. Read More... BIAA Statement on IOM Report02-Nov-2011 The Brain Injury Association of America issued a statement on the Institute of Medicine's Framework for Essential Benefits under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Health care r.. Read More... TBI Waiver Complaint Procedure Changed11-Oct-2011 Effective immediately, the Brain Injury Association of New York State is no longer the contact for the formal TBI Waiver Complaint Line. There are no other changes to the services BIANYS provides.. Read More... Click here for more News & Announcements...