Support Groups for Brain Injury in Michigan 


East Lansing, MI


Aphasia Support Group - East Lansing, MI
4th Wednesday of Every Month: 2:00pm-3:00pm
2775 East Lansing Drive, East Lansing, MI

Aphasia is the loss of ability to produce and/or comprehend language. This is often a result of traumatic injury, stroke, or other damage to the neurologic system.

Hope Network Rehabilitation Services invites people with aphasia, family members, caregivers, and professionals to discuss and support one another through monthly meetings led by experts in neuro-rehabilitation.

These meetings are free. For more information email Sara Rubsam at srubsam@hopenetwork.org.

Community of Hope Support Group - East Lansing, MI
Every Thursday: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
2775 East Lansing Drive, East Lansing, MI - Conference Room A

If you or a loved one is affected by brain injury or other neurologic impairment, you are all too familiar with the significant impact this can have on your life. From questions about diagnoses that affect the brain to finding guidance through anger, grief, and uncertainty, Hope Network is committed to providing the support that you need. 

Meetings have weekly topics (ie: stress management, advocacy, guardianship/conservatorship, stages of rehab, etc) and offer light refreshments and snacks.
 
This event is free. For more information email Kathy Tithof at ktithof@hopenetwork.org.

Brain Injury Association Support Group
East Lansing Chapter
1st Wednesday of Every Month: 7:00pm
3498 East Lake Lansing Rd Ste 300, East Lansing, MI

The Brain Injury Association invites survivors, family members, and any interested individuals to learn more about brain injury. Through discussion with others who have experienced TBI (traumatic brain injury), participants can gather information, share common experiences, develop relationships, and express feelings in a safe and supportive environment.

For more information visit http://www.biami.org/brain-injury-support-groups-michigan.htm.

Grand Rapids, MI

Brain Injury Association Support Group
Grand Rapids Chapter
1st Tuesday of Every Month: 7:00pm
235 Wealthy St, Grand Rapids, MI (2nd floor conference room at Mary Free Bed)

The Brain Injury Association invites survivors, family members, and any interested individuals to learn more about brain injury. Through discussion with others who have experienced TBI (traumatic brain injury), participants can gather information, share common experiences, develop relationships, and express feelings in a safe and supportive environment.

For more information visit http://www.biami.org/brain-injury-support-groups-michigan.htm.

Kalamazoo, MI

Brain Injury Survivors Support Group
Every Thursday from 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Disability Network's Community Bldg; 517 E Crosstown Pkwy, Kalamazoo, MI

A supportive community for people living with brain injury. For more information contact Miranda at 269-345-1516 ext: 120. Free.

Women with Disabilities Support Group - Kalamazoo, MI
Every Tuesday from 11:00am - 12:30pm
Disability Network's Community Bldg; 517 E Crosstown Pkwy, Kalamazoo, MI

A support group for women over 18 with any type of physical or cognitive disability. For information contact Lisa at 269-345-1516 ext: 108. Free.
 

   
Hope Network Gains Expert in Rehabilitation Quality Standards
4/5/2012
East Lansing: Hope Network has intensified its commitment to patient satisfaction by welcoming Diane Gutierrez, new Program Director for their brain injury treatment center in East Lansing, Michigan. Gutierrez has notable success developing rehabilitation programs in underserved communities while improving service quality in hospitals throughout the nation.

Driving Simulation Returns People to the Road
2/23/2012
Driving requires a complex set of skills such as visual perception, decision making, and concentration, all performed in unison while simultaneously maneuvering a vehicle. After a brain injury, individuals may lose one or all of these skill sets, resulting in the inability to drive. 
Hope Network can evaluate and treat individuals with brain injury who wish to relearn the needed skills to resume driving.

Hope Network’s President Receives Award from Brain Injury Association of Michigan
2/22/2012
Phillip W. Weaver, President and CEO of Hope Network, is the recipient of the Brain Injury Association of Michigan’s (BIAMI) Community Service and Leadership Award. This award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to improving the lives of people affected by brain injury.