FACTS: FAMILY ADVOCACY, COUNSELING AND TRAINING SERVICES | BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK STATE

5 Pine West Plaza, Suite 506, Albany, NY 12205

Eligibility

New York state residents who sustained a brain injury before age 22, and their families

Hours

Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM

(518) 482-5285

Fax

(518) 459-7911

Voice

(800) 444-6443

Voice - Toll-Free | Family Helpline

https://www.bianys.org

[email protected]

Application process

Call or go online for information and services

Fees

None

Service area

New York

Description

Provides coordinators to assist and support families to understand the current system of services and benefits, and how to navigate them, also links families to medical and rehabilitation services in the community. Also educates families, individuals, and care providers on brain injury and its impact, connects families and individuals to other support groups, and offers support and advocacy for families dealing with the school system.

Data provided by

211 North East New York

What's Here

School System Advocacy Disease/Disability Information Specialized Information and Referral General Benefits and Services Assistance

Providing organization

BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK STATE

Advocates on behalf of individuals with a brain injury and their families, and promotes prevention. Provides a free Family Help Line, support groups, prevention programs, professional development, and speakers bureau.