Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) & Vocal Chord Paralysis Resources
When navigating the challenges of a traumatic brain injury (TBI), finding reliable support and resources is crucial. This page provides a comprehensive list of organizations and services dedicated to helping individuals with TBI and their caregivers. From national associations offering broad support to local groups focused on specific needs like speech therapy, mental health, or financial assistance, these resources are here to guide you through recovery and advocate for independent living.
Explore the diverse range of support available, including:
- National and local TBI support organizations
- Speech and vocal recovery services
- Mental health and emotional support resources
- Disability advocacy and independent living centers
- Transportation and accessibility solutions
- Assistive technology and daily tools
- Financial, housing, and community support programs
- Resources specifically for caregivers and loved ones
Each organization offers unique assistance, whether it's medical information, therapy, legal aid, or community connections. We encourage you to reach out to these groups to find the specialized help you need on your journey toward recovery and improved quality of life.
Brain Injury Association of America
www.biausa.org
National support, education, and a directory of local brain injury resources.
Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center
www.msktc.org/tbi
Research-based recovery guides in clear, accessible language.
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
www.ninds.nih.gov
Trusted medical information on brain injury and recovery.
Alamo Head Injury Association
alamoheadinjury.org
Improving the quality of life for survivors of acquired brain injury and their caregivers.
Warm Springs Foundation
warmspringsfoundation.org
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
www.asha.org
National foundation of swallowing disorders
www.swallowingdisorderfoundation.com
The Voice Foundation
www.voicefoundation.org
National Alliance on Mental Illness
www.nami.org
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
www.samhsa.gov
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or Text: 988
Centers For Independent Living
www.ilru.org
American Association of People With Disabilities
www.aapd.com
Disability Rights Texas
www.disabilityrightstx.org
Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services (CRS)
www.hhs.texas.gov/services/disability/comprehensive-rehabilitation-services-crs
VIA Metropolitan Transit
www.viainfo.net
ConnectAbility San Antonio
www.myconnectabilitysa.org
disABILITYsa
www.disabilitysa.org
Project Mend
www.projectmend.org/
Social Security Administration
www.ssa.gov
211 Texas
Dial: 211
Medicaid
www.medicaid.gov
Family Caregiver Alliance
www.caregiver.org
Caregiver Action Network
www.caregiveraction.org