If you have had to deal with a sudden brain injury–be it from an accident, stroke, or disease process–it is important to know you are not alone. We realize there are many pieces to the puzzle of putting your life back together. Provided below are some additional resources and contacts to help you through your injury.
If you are looking to go on vacation or need to travel for any reason, this is an amazing free resource for families or people with special needs. After speaking with Jamie, I was amazed at her knowledge of amenities for special needs–not only across the United States, but around the world.
Phone: (703) 973-1334
Email: trippinwithjamie@gmail.com
Website: trippinwithjamie.com
An online group that focuses on the power of music and fellowship to assist people with communication and interaction following a brain injury.
Facebook: facebook.com/beyondhighc
Located in Ravenna, Access to Independence provides a large warehouse full of equipment and knowledge in how to adapt your home or other items to increase your independence.
Phone: (877) 284-6446
Address: 4960 S. Prospect St. Ravenna, OH 44266
Website: accesstoindependence.com
Northeast Ohio Brain Injury Foundation is an organization of interdisciplinary professionals working together to provide resources for survivors and family members.
Website: neobif.org
Rail to Trail sells Catrike recumbent bikes. The bikes are balanced and built so people at all levels of mobility can use. Power assist peddles can also assist someone with muscle weakness in legs. They have a large warehouse with a track where you can test out bikes and find which one works best for you.
Phone: (330) 424-3214
Address: 9044 OH-45, Lisbon, OH 44432
Website: lisbonrailtotrail.com
Individuals coping with brain trauma may sometimes turn to drug and alcohol abuse. This can cause further damage to the brain which can significantly impact a person’s quality of life and cause permanent, irreversible damage. If you have concerns about drug or alcohol misuse, or are just interested in the effects on your brain, their website is a great online resource for information.
Phone: (360) 605-1883
Website: ridgefieldrecovery.com
Purpose Driven Therapy has no affiliation with these resources other than recognizing that they are able to assist clients similar to who we serve in ways we do not. This page was created solely as a place for people to find resources they may not be aware of as they are trying to navigate an extensive health care system.