HUD Information for Disabled Persons
This page is designed to answer frequently asked questions on the housing rights of people with disabilities and the responsibilities of housing providers and building and design professionals under federal law.
Colorado Provides Affordable Housing for Homeless with Brain Injury
Brothers Redevelopment and the Brain Injury Alliance of Colorado got approval from the Denver City Council Monday to move forward with a plan to provide affordable housing for those experiencing homelessness who are also suffering from a brain injury.
Traumatic Brain Injury and Domestic Violence Facts
Research studies on the incidence of traumatic brain injury in domestic violence cases have revealed: greater than 90% of all injuries secondary to domestic violence occur to the head, neck or face region.
Back to School Guide, In the Era of COVID-19
The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) produced these Back to School Tip Sheets to provide practical tips for parents, guardians, caregivers, administrators, teachers, para-professionals, and students to navigate the challenges of return to school during COVID-19.
Intimate Partner Violence and Child Abuse Considerations During COVID-19
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, Americans are required to stay home to protect themselves and their communities. However, the home may not be safe for many families who experience domestic violence, which may include both intimate partners and children.
This article from the Substance Abuse and MH Services Administration (SAMHSA) provides and overview and introduction to resources for intimate partner violence and child abuse considerations during COVID-19.
Aging and Behavioral Problems of Brain Injury Case Study
Virginia Center on Aging and the Virginia Department of Aging, 2010
Within the global aging phenomenon there is a dramatic expansion of persons aging with disabilities, many of whom will live well past the age of 65.
NCOA National Center on Falls Prevention
Explore how NCOA is supporting falls prevention programs nationwide.
Ball State University Economic Impact of Resource Facilitation: Workforce Re-entry Following Traumatic Brain Injury
This research note provides an estimate of the potential economic impact of Resource Facilitation (RF) on traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients in Indiana.
Resource Facilitation Survey Results, 2009
The TBI Lead Agencies of the 50 States, five Territories and the District of Columbia were invited to participate in a voluntary survey on resource facilitation for individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI) and family members.
The goal of the survey was to have a “snapshot” of resource facilitation services across the country. To frame this snapshot, eight overarching questions were developed that formed the premise for the subsequent survey instrument.
Forty eight (48) out of 57 potential States/Territories responded to the survey. This “Survey Findings” document reflects the responses of 40 States who indicated they provide resource facilitation for individuals with brain injury and family members.