BIAWA EASTERN WA RESOURCE COORDINATOR
The BIAWA provides assistance in locating local resources for survivors and caregivers dealing with Traumatic Brain Injuries. Click the link below to email the Spokane Chapter. We will put you in contact with our resource coordinator.
Other Resources
Northwest Brain Injury Symposium
Brain Injury Alliance of Washington
Brain Injury Association of America
CDC Traumatic Brain Injury
https://www.cdc.gov/traumaticbraininjury/index.html
DSHS TBI Council
https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/traumatic-brain-injury/traumatic-brain-injury-advisory-council
NON-BIAWA LOCAL RESOURCES
Eastern WA Support Groups
TBI Survivor Support Group
St. Luke's Rehabilitation
711 S. Cowley, Rm. 200
Spokane, WA
4th Wednesday of the month
6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Facilitator: Kristina Anderson
Brain Injury Brunch Club
Frankie Doodles Restaurant
30 E. 3rd Ave., Spokane, WA
Conference Room
2nd Saturday of the month
11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Facilitator: Nicholas Mehrnoosh
Description: The Brain Injury Brunch Club is a peer support group based in Spokane, Washington. The purpose of the group is to foster peer relationships and improve social skills for individuals living with a brain injury. The group engages in discussions and table topic activities. Any food or beverages ordered during the group session is paid for by the Brain Energy Support Team (BEST). The group is administered by a Certified Support Group Facilitator that encourages a safe and inclusive environment.
Brain Injury Community Support Group
4th Monday of the month
6:30 PM till 8:00 PM
Multi-Care Valley Hospital
Education Center, Davis Room
12606 E Mission Ave, Spokane, WA 99216
Facilitator: Marysa Rogozynski
marysar@brainenergysupportteam.org
Description: The Brain Injury Community Support Group provides tools and resources necessary for personal growth after a brain injury. The group utilizes the “Identity & Moving-On after TBI” curriculum, developed by Dr. Wayne Gordon at Mount Sinai Hospital and administered by the Brain Energy Support Team (BEST). Group members work to create a "map" of their goals and desires that are built upon their strengths and interests, in order to begin developing a Personal Futures Plan. The group is administered by a Certified Support Group Facilitator and meets on a monthly basis. Individuals of all ages are welcomed to attend.