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Community Opportunities: February 2023

Support groups can provide a sense of community and identity for survivors and caregivers.

In addition to the programs provided by Brain Injury Services for our clients and caregivers, below are groups and programs available in the community. The programs below are not hosted by Brain Injury Services.  Please verify the information and/or RSVP by calling or emailing with the provided information.

Advocacy Webinar
Tuesday, January 17
12 – 1 PM
Join Anne McDonnell, Executive Director of the Brain Injury Association of Virginia for a free webinar about the upcoming Virginia General Assembly Session! Attendees will learn more about the upcoming session, the legislative priorities of brain injury providers across the state of Virginia, and more! https://www.biav.net/advocacy-in-action-webinar/
Calling All ArtistsDuring the month of February, The Arc of Northern Virginia will host an art exhibit featuring artists with various disabilities and support needs from all over the state. The exhibit will be at a lovely gallery in Richmond across the street from the Virginia General Assembly. If you are interested in displaying your art, please contact Lucy Beadnell at 703-208-1119 x 116 or lucy.beadnell@thearcofnova.org.
CLiC Social
Thursday, January 26
7 – 8:00 PM
A free, online social group for adult brain injury survivors across Virginia offered by Brain Injury Services of Southwest Virginia.
Registration:  shorturl.at/iGZ09
R50 CLiC Foundation
Tuesday & Thursdays February 7 – April 27
1 – 3 PM  
A cognitive compensatory curriculum designed to improve day-to-day life; focuses on memory, planning, executive function, and improving social connections. Open to adult brain injury survivors across the state of VA. Referrals can be completed by visiting:  shorturl.at/cANU9. Please email your case manager or stacey@bisswva.org if assistance is needed to complete the referral.
Speaking on Purpose
First and Third Wednesday
12 PM
Many people join Toastmasters to become better speakers. Speaking on Purpose is a supportive online community for those with physical and neurological impairments, such as brain injury, to come together and practice speaking and learn new skills — and have fun along the way!  https://sop.toastmastersclubs.org/
Living With Brain Injury Support Group
Every Friday
10 AM – 12 PM
The Living with Brain Injury group is a unique and supportive community of individuals recovering from brain injury. This support group is intended to improve our recovery experience through respectful sharing and connective experiences. Contact: Kristen Galles at kgalles@comcast.net
The Helping Hands Stroke Club
Every Friday
1 – 2 PM
Meeting topics vary and are comprised of open discussions, guest speakers, fitness demonstrations, cooking classes, potlucks, health expos, game days, and creative therapies such as art and music therapy.  Meets at the Joseph Willard Speech-Language-Hearing site.  https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/speech-hearing/services
Fredericksburg Stroke Support Group
Tuesday, February 7 6:30 – 8 PM
Free monthly support group for stroke survivors and caregivers. Attend in person at the John Fick Conference Center 1301 Sam Perry Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA or to attend via Zoom, contact Susan for the virtual link.  Meets the first Tuesday of the month. Contact Susan Halprin 540-741-4815 or Susan.halpin@mwhc.com
Inova Fairfax Stroke Survivors and Caregivers Support Group
Tuesday, February 7
7 – 8:30 PM
Share your story and help others. Learn about reducing the risk for stroke and find community services available to you. Every first Tuesday of the month. Caregivers welcome. Contact: Laura Buhler at 703.776.3030 opt 2 or laura.buhler@inova.org
Caregiver Virtual Meeting Wednesday, February 1
6 PM
Brain Injury Association of Virginia is offering caregivers a safe place to receive support and strength and share their experiences with others in the same position. Every first Wednesday of the month. Contact: Debra at debra@biav.net
CLiC Care Virtual Support Group
Tuesday, February 14
7 – 8:30 PM
February’s group is journaling with Beth Hampton CLiC Care is a monthly online support group for brain injury survivors, caregivers, and families that meets on the second Tuesday of the month. Contact Stacey Nichols at stacey@bisswva.org.
CLiC Social
Thursday, February 16
7 – 8:00 PM
A free, online social group for adult brain injury survivors across Virginia offered by Brain Injury Services of Southwest Virginia.
Registration:  shorturl.at/hirY1
Stroke & Brain Injury Support Group
Thursday, February 16
4 – 5 PM
A support group where you can share your personal experiences, listen to others who have a history of stroke/brain injury, and learn new research and information. Every third Thursday of the month. Contact: Hannah Balberde at 703-957-2039 or Hannah.Balberde@Encompasshealth.com
Virtual Support Group
Tuesday, February 28
6:00 PM
Brain Injury Association of Virginia offers a group for people living with brain injury, their families, and friends. The group is a safe place to explore the challenges of brain injury and exchange ideas and information with others who really “get it.” Meets the fourth Tuesday of the month. Contact Christine Baggini at christine@biav.net

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