Something happens – an accident, an illness - and suddenly, a brain injury changes everything. What now? How will you cope with it? Who can you turn to for help? How will you find the resources you need? Give us a call today!Welcome to the Brain Injury Association of Virginia
BIAV is a licensed state affiliate of the Brain Injury Association of America and exists to be the voice of brain injury through help, hope and healing for Virginians with brain injury and their families. We educate human service professionals and the community on the risks and impact of brain injury and advocate for improved medical and community-based services. Many of our staff members are Certified Brain Injury Specialists (CBIS Certified).
Our Mission
Brain Injury is not an event or a final outcome; it is the beginning of a lifelong disease process and is a leading cause of death and disability.
Brain injury is something most individuals don't think about until it happens to them or their family member. When it does, their lives quickly spin out of control, and they need compassionate, informed guidance to navigate the intricate system of care.
We are... The Voice of Brain Injury through Help, Hope & Healing.
News & AnnouncementsBIAA Applauds Victory for Coverage of Cognitive Rehabilitation17-May-2012The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) applauds the recent decision by Maximus®, a national leader in independent health appeals services, to overturn a denial by Blue Cross Blue Shield of.. Read More... Tree of Life Members Bowl for Brain Injury12-Apr-2012Tree of Life sponsored a Bowling for Brain Injury night on March 7th, 2012. Dr. Nathan Zasler, medical director of Tree of Life, agreed to donate one dollar for every point earned during the bowli.. Read More... BIAV Creates Awareness Campaign PSAs29-Mar-2012The Brain Injury Association of Virginia has created four public service announcements reflecting the message of this year’s Brain Injury Awareness Campaign: Anytime, Anywhere, Anyone: Bra.. Read More... BIAV Receives Grants from CarMax and Dashiell Foundations20-Feb-2012BIAV was recently notified that we are the recipients of $17,500 in grants from the CarMax Foundation and the Dashiell Foundation to support our Family Helpline. The money will be used to provide part.. Read More... Virginia Department of Rehabilitative Services20-Mar-2010The Department of Rehabilitative Services (DRS) is the lead state agency for persons with brain injury. The Community Based Services Division includes the Brain Injury Services Coordination Unit. For .. Read More... |
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