Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona (BIAAZ)
The Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona (BIAAZ) is a non-profit organization working to improve the lives of those living with brain injuries and their families.
The Arizona Governor’s Council on Spinal and Head Injuries supports the Alliance’s resource facilitation, coordination activities and related services.
BIAAZ provides:
- Resource facilitation and coordination for brain injury survivors and family members,
- Education for professionals, survivors, families, and community members,
- Public awareness and advocacy activities.
On their website, you’ll find:
- An online resource – how to get help,
- Information about brain injury,
- Upcoming events and activities.
BIAAZ is a member of the United States Brain Injury Alliance.
To learn more: Visit the Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona.
Brain Health Leadership Breakfast
BACK TO BUSINESS!
Join BIAAZ for the 2023 Brain Health Leadership Breakfast Webinar!
Business is booming, but how do you accommodate employees with brain injury, including stroke, car accidents, or overdose who are returning to work?
In this one-hour virtual breakfast, the Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona’s leadership is partnering with OT researchers and industry experts to guide your C-suite with what you need to know.
Date: Friday, October 20th, 2023
Time: 8:00am-9:00am (AZ/PDT)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE
Events
Below you will find a list of events the Alliance is offering to the community (survivors, caregivers, family members and professionals). Registration is required to attend their events. If you have any questions you can contact info@biaaz.org.
For a listing of other events being offered by BIAAZ please visit their Events Calendar.
BIAAZ Support Groups
BIAAZ offers several different support groups around the state of Arizona. There are options for virtual and in person.
In-Person: Phoenix Survivor & Caregiver Suport Group
Virtual: Brain Cave Mens Discussion, BIAAZ Statewide Group, East Valley Group, Families of Brain Injury Group, National Distracted and Drunk Driving Group, She Shed Womens, Southern AZ Group and Stroke Support Group
Please visit their website for additional information on days, times, location and how you can join. Support Groups Page.
Unmasking Brain Injury
All masks, along with the survivor stories, will be displayed throughout the state of Arizona in an effort to increase awareness and educate Arizona’s communities about the impacts and prevalence of brain injury.
There are several ways you can participate and support this important project.
Survivors of all types of brain injury, stroke, TBI, concussion, brain tumor, brain bleed, or brain aneurism are invited to complete and submit the Mask Request Form that is located on BIAAZ website. Follow the link below for more information.
Survivor Sunday
Join BIAAZ and Mike Orris for another Survivor Sunday!
In the late Spring of 2009, Mike Orris suffered a near-fatal injury in a bicycle accident while training for the Iron Man competition. The accident left him with a traumatic brain injury that required months of rehabilitation, including learning to recognize his family, read and write. This former captain of the Michigan State University swim team made the remarkable journey from the hospital bed to a full recovery, and then a battle through cancer and back. Mike’s story is one of inspiration—a testament to human perseverance and the power of overcoming obstacles. Through sheer determination and unwavering spirit, he managed to rebuild not only his career but also his family life—ultimately reclaiming control over every aspect of his existence.
Date: Sunday, September 17th, 2023 Time: 1:00 PM (AZ/PST)
Registration is required to attend and for survivors ONLY.
Please visit the Event Page for additional information and to register.
Think Tall - Don't Fall
Come join BIAAZ for this virtual series to build skills and boost abilities. This is for survivors of any type of brain injury or trauma.
With a series of simple, adaptable movements that activate the mind and body for whole brain functioning you can improve your balance, coordination, strength, flexibility, and reflexes. In addition, your mental clarity and mood will improve.
The instructor is adept at providing accommodations for those with limited mobility or who use a wheelchair.
The series runs Thursdays from September 14th – December 14th, 2023 from 2pm-3pm (AZ Time).
Registration is required to attend. Please visit the BIAAZ Event Page to find the sessions you want to register for.
Brain Health Leadership Breakfast
Business is booming, but how do you accommodate employees with brain injury, including stroke, car accidents, or overdose who are returning to work?
In this one-hour virtual breakfast, the Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona’s leadership is partnering with OT researchers and industry experts to guide your C-suite with what you need to know.
Date: Friday, October 20th, 2023
Time: 8am – 9am (AZ/PST)
Registration is required to attend this live, virtual event.
Sponsorships are still available!
To register please visit the EVENT PAGE for more information.
Coffee with the Authors
Join BIAAZ and Dr. Marilyn Sanders for another session “Coffee with the Authors” on Friday, October 27th, 2023!
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!
Dr. Marilyn R. Sanders is a board-certified pediatrician and neonatologist caring for critically ill babies, infants, and their families and a Professor of Pediatrics at the UCONN School of Medicine. She also provides neurodevelopmental follow-up for babies and infants. Her scholarly interest is providing trauma-informed care to hospitalized newborns, infants, young children, and their families. Her focus is the impact of the autonomic nervous system’s sense of safety, danger, or life threat on our emotions and behavior. She lectures throughout the United States and Europe.
Date: October 27th, 2023
Time: 10:00am (AZ/PST)
This event will be held over the Zoom platform. You will receive an email invite to join the event.
Please visit the EVENT PAGE for more information and details.