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http://www.htctu.fhda.edu/archieves/archive%20pdf/Acquired%20Brain%20Injury%20&%20LD.pdf
This PDF (1.74 MB, 414 pages) provides teaching modules from the High Tech Center Training Unit of the California Community Colleges at Foothill-De Anza Community College District for students with TBI.
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http://www.abta.org/index.cfm
The American Brain Tumor Association Website contains information about tumors and treatment, Support groups for all ages, Financial assistance & Scholarships, Care-giving, and more. The website provides script in large print for visually impaired visitors.
Last modified: 2007-11-28 18:42:02 [new]
http://www.atra-tr.org
Recreation Therapy promotes healthy living and improved quality of life through restoring, remediating or rehabilitating in order to improve functioning and independence as well as reduce or eliminate the effects of illness or disability. The American Therapeutic Recreation Association Website is a professional meeting place that provides information on how to find a Recreation Services in your area, membership, and more.
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http://www.gwu.edu/~artx
Developed in 1971 as one of the first Art Therapy programs in the nation, the George Washington University's website for Art Therapy describes the foundations of Art Therapy in the treatment of individuals with disabilities and program description for those interested in pursuing a postsecondary education in the field of Art Therapy.
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http://www.biausa.org/
Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) is the leading national organization serving and representing individuals, families and professionals who are touched by a life-altering, often devastating, traumatic brain injury (TBI).
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http://www.bisociety.org/
Serving acquired (includes Traumatic) brain injured individuals and their families.
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http://www.iahe.com/html/therapies/cst.jsp
The Upledger Institute Website addresses the use of Craniosacral Therapy to treat individuals with a variety of special needs and describes individual cases and treatment methods. The website is useful for individuals who are interested in becoming certified in Craniosacral Therapy and for those interested in learning more about the technique.
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http://nielsenrecoverygroup.com/index.htm
The Nielsen Recovery Group discusses the use of EEG feedback in the treatment of Mild Closed Head Injury. Learn about individual's stories, watch a short video, and get answers to frequently asked questions.
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http://mchb.hrsa.gov/programs/tbi.htm
The websites connects the government to professionals and advocates with opportunity that seek to increase awareness of TBI and the effects of TBI on lives of people living with TBI.
Last modified: 2007-10-30 08:59:33 [new]
http://www.horticultureforall.org/
Horticulture for all is a based in the United Kingdom and is both a socially and therapeutically based organization that is run by it's members to promote healthy living through training, education and rehabilitation in a broad range of community settings.
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http://www.ahta.org
The American Horticulture Website describes horticulture as more than just a growing profession but as a technique in rehabilitation of adults with disabilities. Become a member of the association, find programs in your are, learn about events, and more.
Last modified: 2007-11-30 06:52:27 [new]
http://www.msjc.cc.ca.us/dsps/abi.htm
Mt. San Jacinto College DSP&S provides examples of accommodations for persons with brain injury and a list of links to brain injury resources.
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http://www.musictherapy.org
The American Music Therapy Association Website describes the foundation of Music Therapy in healthcare as a means of reaching out to people with emotional,cognitive, and social needs of individuals across the lifespan. The site provides information on how to find a music therapist, creates memberships, provides information on events and happenings, and more.
Last modified: 2007-11-28 18:19:44 [new]
http://www.ed.gov/legislation/FedRegister/announcements/2006-2/042806c.html
The Department of Education, division of Rehabilitation Research announces a research grant for the research and development of a program that will improve and demonstrate the effectiveness of Rehabilitation Act of 1973 regulations
Last modified: 2007-10-30 09:26:50 [new]
http://tinyurl.com/3dpptm
The link provides contact information for agencies/services offering TBI and head injury related support. The directory is national, providing agencies nationwide in TBI/ABI support.
Last modified: 2007-11-30 06:57:14 [new]
http://www.tea.state.tx.us/special.ed/guidance/tbi.html
The site connects children with traumatic brain injury (TBI) with services in texas and describes the federal mandates that assist understanding what rights persons with TBI have.
Last modified: 2007-10-27 09:59:10 [new]
http://www.angelfire.com/ok5/tbiraidersok/
This group was created to help and support students who have a TBI...along with educating the public. The site contains ways to become a member, volunteer time, read news, and participate in chat with other students that are in recovery from TBI.
Last modified: 2007-12-17 18:55:23 [new]
http://www.braininjurynetwork.org/
The Brain Injury Network, an organization operated for and by survivors of acquired brain injury. The purpose of BINSCI is to engage in activities that promote the best interests of individuals with acquired brain injuries and assist individuals with acquired brain injuries, their families and service providers, maximize the recovery of persons with acquired brain injuries.
Last modified: 2007-10-08 20:05:49 [new]
http://www.cdc.gov/ncipc/pub-res/tbi_toolkit/toolkit.htm
The Center for Disease Control offers a free download of their Toolkit that provides information on ways to improve diagnosis and treatment of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (MTBI). The toolkit is in response to the rise in individuals diagnosed with Mild Traumatic Brain Injury and hopes to prevent injury through increased awareness and prevention.
Last modified: 2007-11-30 06:08:19 [new]
http://www.nashia.org
The goal of the Federal TBI Program is to improve and expand services and supports for individuals with TBI of all ages and to extend knowledge of TBI and research in the field.
Last modified: 2007-10-08 20:30:28
http://www.voices.no
The Website provides a a place for international exchange of ideas and information through discussion and on-line journal publications about Music Therapy. Opportunities to learn more about music therapy through connecting with journals is free of charge and open to students, professionals, and researchers.
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