Brain Injury Association of Missouri
Mission
Serves persons with brain injury, their families, caregivers, physicians, therapists, case managers and others throughout the state of Missouri.
IPE 4900
Agency Identified Goal
Student projects address this.
To research and then identity and/or develop recreational activities that are currently available - and free or low cost - that are accessible and "friendly" for persons with light or noise sensitivity for individuals or as group activities; also includes researching accommodations or adjustments than can be made by the person or the facility to make the activity welcoming for persons with brain injury. These activities and opportunities can be provided to support Group Facilitators or other volunteers for implementation.
Services
Target Population
BIA-MO is a community based organization serving persons with brain injury, their families, caregivers, physicians, therapists, case managers and others throughout the state of Missouri. General health promotion and wellness
Programs
Support: Support groups, referral services
Recreation: Wilderness Camp, social activities
Education: State conference, Survivor and family regional seminars
Advocacy: policy change on broad range of issues affecting individuals with brain injuries and their families
Site Information
Site Since: 2013
Site Coordinator: Maureen Cunningham (Executive Director) - mcunningham@biamo.org
Site Coordinator Phone Number: (314) 426-4024 ext. 10
Pre-visit Requirements: N/A
Dress Code: Dress professionally. Nursing students, no scrubs please. Wear long pants and shirts with (at least) short sleeves. No hoodies or hats. Real shoes (no flip-flops). No fancy jewelry. Bring minimal personal items with you.
Initial Site Visit: 2/13 at 4pm
Where to Meet: Entrance is in the rear of the BIAMO office building. Ask for Maureen.
Parking: Parking is available in the lot behind the building.
Faculty Adviser
Minh Kosfeld, Ph.D., MLT(ASCP)CM
Program Director of IMS; Assistant Professor; Clinical Health Sciences