Brain Injury Services - Concussion Recovery Summit
Date/Time
9/27/2024
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM Eastern
Event Type(s)
Fairfax County
Event Description
Help Us Make a Difference!
 
Brain Injury Services is dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals with brain injuries across Northern Virginia through our free programs and services. But we need your help to address critical gaps in concussion awareness and recovery.
 
Why This Matters - Our recent Public Opinion Research revealed:
  • Nearly 50% of Northern Virginians don’t know how to protect loved ones after an injury.
  • Two-thirds believe sports culture encourages ignoring concussions.
  • Over 75% would hesitate to report a concussion to employers.
  • Many are unaware of our free local recovery services 
Why You Should Attend: This summit is a critical opportunity to influence how our community tackles concussion recovery. Your participation will directly impact the creation of a comprehensive Concussion Recovery Guide, set for release in March 2025 during Brain Injury Awareness Month.
 
Who Should Attend:
  • Advocates
  • Community Organizations
  • Employers and HR Professionals
  • Healthcare Providers
  • Educators and Athletic Directors
  • Sports Groups
  • Technology Providers
  • State and Local Leaders
  • Community Health Departments
Our Expert Panel Includes:
  • Dr. Juliet Haarbauer-Krupa, Health Scientist on the TBI Team, Division of Unintentional Injury, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
  • Dr. Gregory O’Shanick, Medical Director of the Center for Neurorehabilitation Services and Chairman Emeritus, Brain Injury Association of America
  • John Reynolds –Athletics Administrator, Fairfax County Public Schools
  • Bryna Helfer, Ed.D., Director of Employment Supports and Innovative Partnerships Office of Disability Employment Policy, U.S. Department of Labor
  • Shayna Richardson, Product Manager, ImPACT Applications
  • Dr. Robin Bell, Veteran and Adjunct Professor of Justice, Law and Criminology American University
Campaign Goals:
  • Learning: Identify and address gaps in concussion recovery resources.
  • Collaborating: Engage in impactful discussions.
  • Committing: Develop a Concussion Recovery Report/Guide and promote ongoing collaborations.
Join Us at the Summit:
Date: September 27, 2024
Time: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Location: The Gerry Hyland Government Center
8350 Richmond Highway
Alexandria, VA 22309
FREE PARKING

Registration Is Free - Secure Your Spot Now:  
RSVP today at www.braininjurysvcs.org/crcrsvp.
 
If you wish to make a donation to support our vital work visit us www.braininjurysvcs.org/donate

Let’s work together to enhance concussion awareness and recovery in our community. We look forward to your participation!
 
Location
Setting: In-Person
The Gerry Hyland Government Center
8350 Richmond Highway, 2nd Floor
Alexandria, VA 22039

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Contact Person
Andrew Wilinski
(phone: 7034518881)
Details
Join Us at the Summit:
Date: September 27, 2024
Time: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Location: The Gerry Hyland Government Center
8350 Richmond Highway
Alexandria, VA 22309
FREE PARKING

Registration Is Free - Secure Your Spot Now:  
RSVP today at www.braininjurysvcs.org/crcrsvp.
 
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