What to know
- There are many organizations who can help you and your family as you recover from a brain injury.
- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services can help you locate a health center that provides no or low cost services.
- If it is difficult to visit your doctor in person, ask about the availability of video or phone appointments.
Organizations
Some groups that offer support for people living with a TBI, their family, caregivers, and loved ones, include:
Department of Health and Human Services
- Find a Health Center: These health centers provide services regardless of a patient’s ability to pay and charge for services on a sliding fee scale.
Brain Injury Association of America
- National Brain Injury Information or call 1-800-444-6443
- Find a Brain Injury Association in your state
Concussion Legacy Foundation
National Association of State Head Injury Administrators
United States Brain Injury Alliance
Indian Health Service, Tribal or Urban Indian Health Program
Military Health System’s Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence
Administration for Community Living
The Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center has fact sheets, videos, and other materials for persons living with a TBI, their families, and caregivers.
- English language TBI information from Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center
- Spanish language TBI information from Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center
Content Source:
National Center for Injury Prevention and Control