In addition to the Brain Injury Association of New Jersey, there are state and federal government agencies and non-profit agencies that are important sources of information regarding brain injury and other disabilities. Key sources of information are presented below. For more detailed information, please contact one of our Information and Resources Specialists, at the Family HelpLine, 1-800-669-4323, the main Association number 732-745-0200, or via e-mail at info@bianj.org
Brain Injury Association of America Help Support Line
(800) 444-6443
Website: www.biausa.org
A key place to begin accessing this information is through the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA), the national organization of which the Brain Injury Association of New Jersey is the affiliated state member. BIAA provides information about brain injury and resources throughout the United States. The web page provides dozens of links to brain injury information sites.
State Agencies
A number of state agencies assist people with disabilities, including people with brain injury. Each agency provides unique supports and services, and has unique eligibility criteria. More...
Legal Services
A number of non-profit agencies provide legal and advocacy services for people with disabilities, including brain injury. In addition, the Association maintains a listing of attorneys with experience representing people with brain injury. More...
Information and Support
In addition to the Association’s Helpline there are agencies around the state that provide their own unique information and support Helplines. More...
Assistive Technology
People with brain injury can often benefit from assistive technology devices, including assistive, adaptive and rehabilitative devices that help that individual lead a more independent life. More...
Children’s Health Care and Education
In New Jersey there are a number of agencies which provide support to children with disabilities in the areas of healthcare, education and support services. More...
Employment
A number of agencies provide assistance to people with disabilities seeking to return to work, both part-time and full-time. More...
Transportation
A number of agencies provide transportation for people with disabilities, both at the county and state level. More...
Housing
A number of agencies provide housing resources for people with disabilities and those with limited income, both at the county and state level. More...