Empower Through Recovery

Our Mission

We are an initiative dedicated to supporting individuals affected by Acquired Brain Injuries (ABI). Our mission is to bridge gaps in care through community engagement, personalized rehabilitation, and academic and career support. We focus on community reintegration, life skills development, and raising awareness about the challenges faced by ABI survivors. By fostering collaboration and providing tailored resources, we strive to empower survivors to rebuild their lives with confidence and hope.

What We Offer

Rehabilitation

Partnerships with leading rehab centers to provide holistic, culturally sensitive care.

Academic Support

Integrating school into recovery to help students build skills in executive functions, learning strategies, and coursework management.

Career Development

Collaboration with organizations like Penn Career Services to offer resume writing, job applications, and skills workshops.

Policy Advocacy

Lobbying for policies to improve vocational rehabilitation and accommodations for individuals with brain injuries.

Community Integration

Creating programs that enhance social and life skills for successful reintegration, in collaboration with local organizations.

Life Skills Development

Workshops on budgeting, independent living, and day-to-day management to empower survivors to build confidence and independence.

Coming Soon!

TBI Survivor Support Groups

Weekly support meetings!

Teen Brain Health Workshops

Hands-on learning events!

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Guide: Living with TBI and ABI

Your essential resource for navigating life after a brain injury.

What are TBI and ABI?

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a disruption in normal brain function caused by an external impact, such as a fall, accident, or sports injury.
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) refers to any brain damage that occurs after birth due to internal causes, such as stroke, infection, or lack of oxygen.
Both TBI and ABI can range from mild to severe, requiring long-term care and recovery strategies. Understanding these conditions is the first step toward managing their effects and planning for recovery.

Tips for Living with TBI and ABI

Set Realistic Goals: Break down tasks into manageable steps and celebrate small achievements.
Maintain a Routine: Establishing a structured daily schedule can help with memory and focus.
Engage in Therapy: Participate in physical, occupational, and cognitive therapies to regain strength and skills.
Stay Connected: Build a support system of family, friends, and support groups to reduce feelings of isolation.
Practice Self-Care: Ensure adequate sleep, nutrition, and mindfulness practices to promote healing.

Rehabilitation Resources

Recovery after TBI or ABI is a journey. Access specialized rehabilitation programs, including:

Cognitive Rehabilitation: Exercises to improve memory, attention, and problem-solving skills.
Speech Therapy: For individuals facing communication challenges.
Physical Therapy: Tailored exercises to regain strength, balance, and mobility.
Emotional Support: Counseling and mental health resources to manage anxiety or depression.

Support Networks

Navigating recovery is easier with the right support:

Peer Groups: Connect with others who have faced similar challenges for shared advice and encouragement.
Caregiver Support: Equip family members and caregivers with the tools to provide effective assistance.
Online Communities: Access forums and virtual groups dedicated to TBI and ABI survivors and their families.

Our Partners

Get Involved

Join us as a Project Lead or Volunteer to:

Build Partnerships

Partner with healthcare providers and rehab centers to provide better support for brain injury survivors.

Lead Workshops

Lead support groups and recovery workshops to guide individuals through their rehabilitation journey.

Collaborate on Research

Work with us on innovative research in ABI and TBI care to improve outcomes for individuals with brain injuries.

Support Traumatic Brain Injury Survivors Through Our Partnership with MYBF

Every year, millions of individuals suffer traumatic brain injuries (TBI) that drastically alter their lives. These survivors face a lifetime of challenges—cognitive impairments, emotional struggles, and physical limitations—that often go unseen. Many lack access to the long-term rehabilitation, community reintegration, and emotional support necessary for a full recovery. Too often, they are left to navigate these obstacles alone.

At Empower Through Recovery, we believe no survivor should be left behind.

That’s why we've partnered with the Mind Your Brain Foundation (MYBF) to fill these critical gaps. Through this collaboration, we are raising essential funds to provide survivors with practical support, career development resources, rehabilitation services, and community engagement opportunities.

Your donation can be the turning point in a survivor’s journey.

Join us in making an impact: Donate Here

Together, we can empower recovery, restore dignity, and rebuild lives.

Apply Today: Applications are open until 4/1/2025. Rolling applications accepted afterward.

For questions, reach out to us at EmpowerBrainRecovery@gmail.com.