Brain Injury Strategic Plan
This strategic plan serves as a foundation to guide the state to improve services, supports and systems for those with brain injuries. Read more about the plan here: MassAbility's Brain Injury Strategic Plan.
Training and Learning Opportunities
- Domestic Violence and Brain Injury: part one
- Brain Injury Web Course: a FREE, seven-module, self-paced web course curricula was designed to help Massachusetts build a trained brain injury work force statewide. The content is geared for all levels of community-based providers covering introduction to brain injury, mental health, screening and resources, alcohol and substance use, and employment supports for those with brain injury. This course and it’s content was updated and republished in January 2024.
- Brain Injury and Substance Use Forum (5-Modules)
- MassAbility Regional Communities of Practice
- How to Support the Brain Injury and Substance Use Community
Screening Tools and Accommodations
Brain Injury in Older Adults
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) symptoms in older adults can resemble those of dementia, leading to misdiagnosis. Additionally, individuals with dementia, depression, or Parkinson’s disease are more prone to fall-related TBIs. Given the higher risk of falls among older adults, implementing preventive measures is crucial to mitigate further TBIs.
Moreover, older adults, often managing chronic illnesses, face challenges in TBI recovery. Factors like medication interactions, balance issues, and home hazards elevate their risk of sustaining a concussion from falls. Recognizing these risks is vital as older adults may experience prolonged symptoms and slower recovery compared to younger individuals.