Brain Injury Association of Va (BIAV)

1st exempt purpose accomplishment Brain Injury resource network (birn) - the purpose of birn is to develop partnerships, enhance access to quality services, provide support, serve as an entry point into appropriate systems of care and provide statewide resource coordination services for those with or caring for someone with Brain Injury through education, outreach, public awareness and advocacy activities. Subject matter experts provide volunteer speaking engagements in the birn program.

3rd exempt purpose accomplishment camp bruce mccoy is a nationally-recognized, 39-year-old residential summer camp and respite program for adult survivors of Brain Injury (18+) and their family members/caregivers. While family members and caregivers enjoy some much-deserved days "off" campers enjoy recreational programming customized to their needs and interests in the companionship of their peers and professionally trained staff and volunteers. Camp activities include horseback riding, canoeing, team sports and a ropes challenge course (adapted to the camper's abilities). These social recreational programs reduce the level of social isolation typical among persons with Brain Injury by providing access to a community of their peers.

2nd exempt purpose accomplishment a comprehensive coordinated entry to services and supports ("access") - the purpose of access is to provide the opportunity to strengthen and expand a system of services that supports maximizing the health, wellness, and independence of people with traumatic Brain Injury, family member, and support networks. Volunteers provide invaluable services in the access program by serving on conference committees and providing subject matter experts for speaking engagements.

Other programs include: education; public awareness; advocacy; support groups; and constituent services.