More people are becoming familiar with brain injury. Information about brain injury is often seen and heard in the news, especially when connected with military conflicts and sports injuries. No one knows the full picture of brain injury until it becomes personal. It is at times like these that accurate and timely information is needed. Brain Injury Association of Kansas and Greater Kansas City (BIAKS) is here to help. We provide information and resources, training, support group information and a caring ear when needed.Welcome to Brain Injury Association of Kansas and Greater Kansas City
News & AnnouncementsTopeka Family and Survivor Seminar - October 25 12-Jun-2014The Brain Injury Association of Kansas and Greater Kansas City is pleased to continue our tradition of offering an annual seminar for survivors of brain injuries and their families.These seminars .. Read More... 27th Annual Amy Thompson Run for Brain Injury14-May-2014Where will you be Monday, May 26? Join us for the 27th annual Amy Thompson Run for Brain Injury. Voted one of the top 5 run/walk events in Kansas City by The Independent, you won't want to miss pa.. Read More... 2014 BIAA Legislative Agenda/Issue Briefs Available for Dowload26-Feb-2014The Brain Injury Association of America has updated issue briefs for advocates when working with national, state and local government officials on critical public policy issues for people with brain i.. Read More... HCBS Waiver Program Renewal26-Feb-2014Informational meetings are being held regarding the renewal of the Home and Community Based Services for individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury (HCBS-TBI) Program managed by the Kansas Department of .. Read More... Seeking Subjects for Documentary on Pseudobulbar Affect 26-Feb-2014Now casting for major documentary film from the award-winning producer of “The Crash Reel” and a healthcare company. Looking for people with a brain injury or certain neurologic condition.. Read More... Community Experiences & Wellness Online Survey19-Feb-2014Researchers at Illinois Institute of Technology are conducting a research study investigating community life and wellness for individuals who have experienced brain injury and their families. To part.. Read More... Documentarian Seeks Stories19-Feb-2014In an effort to raise awareness for people who have suffered from brain injuries, a local woman is putting together a documentary about the struggles and triumphs of several people who have had a bra.. Read More... Lash and Associates - 2014 Winter Issue19-Feb-2014The Winter issue of Brain Injury Journey – Hope, Help, Healing is available for reading. This magazine, published quarterly by Lash & Associates, is free to the public through e-mail sub.. Read More... National Call-in Campaign to Protect Access to Rehabilitation19-Feb-2014Congress is currently debating behind closed doors how they will offset the cost of fixing the Medicare physician fee schedule which has been in need of reform for years. One of the most likely target.. Read More... Lash & Associates - Fall Issue25-Nov-2013The Fall issue of Brain Injury Journey – Hope, Help, Healing is available for reading. This magazine, published quarterly by Lash & Associates, is free to the public through e-mail subsc.. Read More... New Peer Support Group in Kansas City, MO 29-Aug-2013The Whole Person is facilitating a new peer support group. The goal of this group is to provide a resource for those living with TBI that gives them information and skills to live their highest qu.. Read More... Silver Cross Ability Achievement Scholarship23-May-2013The SILVER CROSS Ability Achievement Scholarship is offered to full time college and university students who use either a manual wheelchair, power wheelchair, or mobility scooter while attending class.. Read More... |
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