Brain Injury Association of South Carolina

10/15/2026

This month at BrainStorm, Behind the Mask: Who Am I Now?
We’ll talk about identity after brain injury, what’s changed, what hasn’t, and what you’re still figuring out. Join us virtually Wednesday, October 21, 6:30–8 p.m. ET. Learn more and register: https://buff.ly/SaAgHOq

10/14/2026

Happening Oct. 15, 6 p.m.

Hey everyone! 💚

If you're looking for a little extra support, encouragement, or simply a chance to connect with others who understand, we'd love to have you join our Monthly Virtual Evening Support Group!

Facilitated by Joyce Davis, this group meets on the third Thursday of each month, with our next meeting happening tomorrow evening at 6:00 PM.

This is a welcoming and supportive space for brain injury survivors of all types, caregivers, family members, and anyone supporting someone living with a brain injury.

Whether you'd like to share your experiences, ask questions, offer encouragement, or simply listen, you're always welcome. There's no pressure to speak or share more than you're comfortable with.

You don't have to navigate life after brain injury alone. We hope you'll join us! 💚

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88535264142?pwd=muLkdc0rTLz63932ZxgMGC1hZowjSh.1
Click here to join via Zoom

Join by Phone:
Dial: 301-715-8592
Meeting ID: 885 3526 4142
Passcode: 463814

10/08/2026

🇺🇸 Calling all Charleston-area veterans!

The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina is at the Veteran Stand Down for Homelessness today in North Charleston!

Hosted by the Ralph H. Johnson VA Health Care System, this event brings together organizations offering valuable resources, healthcare services, employment opportunities, and support for veterans experiencing homelessness or housing instability.

If you’re a veteran in the area who could benefit from these services, stop by and see us!

📍 North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center

10/05/2026

Join Thrive Together for a special presentation with Dr. Lindsay Mohney as she discusses the important connection between sleep and brain injury recovery.

Sleep problems are common after a brain injury and can affect many areas of daily life, including energy, concentration, memory, mood, and overall well-being. Quality sleep can also play an important role in supporting the brain and body throughout the recovery process.

During this presentation, Dr. Mohney will explore how brain injury can affect sleep, why healthy sleep is important during recovery, common sleep challenges individuals may experience, and strategies that may help promote better rest.

Dr. Mohney is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with subspecialty certification in Brain Injury Medicine. Her clinical area of interest includes spasticity management and acquired brain injury.

Join us on Zoom on Oct. 6, 2026 at 10:00AM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83875073490

Or Sign Up For an Email Invite:
https://www.biaofsc.com/thrive-together-form

This presentation is offered for free to brain injury survivors, caregivers, family members, and professionals that work with the brain injury community.

09/17/2026

💚 Looking for support, connection, or a place where others understand?

Join the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina for our Virtual Evening Brain Injury Support Group TONIGHT at 6:00 PM!

Our monthly evening support group provides a welcoming space for brain injury survivors, family members, and caregivers to connect with others, share experiences, ask questions, and learn about helpful resources.

The group will be facilitated by Joyce Davis, Executive Director of the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina.

You don’t have to share or speak to participate. If this is your first time joining us, you’re welcome to simply listen, meet others, and see what the group is all about.

📅 Tonight – September 17
⏰ 6:00 PM
💻 Virtual via Zoom

Join here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88535264142?pwd=muLkdc0rTLz63932ZxgMGC1hZowjSh.1

Meeting ID: 885 3526 4142
Passcode: 463814
Call in: +1-301-715-8592

Please feel free to share this post with anyone who may benefit. You don’t have to navigate life after brain injury alone. 💚

08/31/2026

💜 September is Su***de Prevention Month

Sometimes, knowing what to say—or simply recognizing when someone may be struggling—can make a meaningful difference.

Join us for Talk Saves Lives, an educational program from the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention. Together, we’ll learn about su***de prevention, how to recognize warning signs, ways to start a caring conversation, and how to connect someone with help and hope.

You don’t have to be an expert to make a difference. By learning, listening, and looking out for one another, we can help build a community where no one has to struggle alone.

Details:
📅September 1, 2026
⏱️10:00AM Eastern Time
📍Location: Zoom - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83875073490

Speaker Bio:
Christopher “CJ” Allen is a retired U.S. Army Master Sergeant, Veteran advocate, and su***de prevention leader with more than 26 years of combined military service. He has dedicated much of his career to su***de prevention, resilience, primary prevention, and strengthening connection within military, Veteran, and community populations.

CJ is the founder of the Find the Next 6,000 campaign, a national effort focused on reducing Veteran su***de through connection, prevention, purpose, and hope. He is a su***de prevention trainer, community advocate, and public speaker who believes lasting change happens one person at a time.

If you're new and have never attended one of our Thrive Together meetings on Tuesday at 10:00AM, feel free to join us. Click the form below to sign up to receive e-mail reminders.

Sign-Up Here
https://www.biaofsc.com/thrive-together-form

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08/14/2026

We’re proud to recognize BIASC Board Member Dr. Katie Davis for an incredible story that serves as an important reminder about the value of early detection and listening when something doesn’t seem right.

During a routine comprehensive eye exam, Dr. Davis identified and carefully monitored an abnormality that ultimately led to a patient being diagnosed with ocular melanoma. Because it was detected early, the patient was able to receive treatment while preserving his vision and quality of life.

For the brain injury community, this is also a good reminder that our overall health matters. Changes in vision and other symptoms can sometimes provide important clues about neurological and other health conditions, and regular medical care can make a difference.

We’re grateful to have professionals like Dr. Davis serving on the BIASC Board and advocating for the health of South Carolinians.

Read the full story below. 👇
https://whosonthemove.com/routine-eye-exam-leads-to-life-saving-cancer-diagnosis-for-west-columbia-doctor-of-optometry/?mc_cid=3a69bab971&mc_eid=2d4fd7f7b4

Vision Therapy Institute

08/14/2026

A message from our Executive Director, Joyce Davis.

08/10/2026

🚨 ACTION NEEDED TODAY — THE VOTE IS TOMORROW! 🚨

Tomorrow, South Carolina lawmakers will vote on funding that could directly impact the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina and the survivors and families we serve.

We need you to contact your State Representative and Senator TODAY.

Ask them to support $500,000 in funding for BIASC so we can continue connecting South Carolinians affected by brain injury with critical resources, referrals, education, and support.

⏰ There is no time to wait — the vote is TOMORROW.

We’ve made it easy. Visit our Advocacy page to:
✅ Find your legislators
✅ Get their contact information
✅ Use a ready-to-send message

👉 https://www.biaofsc.com/advocacy

Please take a few minutes to contact your legislators TODAY, then SHARE this post and encourage others to do the same.

Every call. Every email. Every voice matters.


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Vision Therapy Institute
South Carolina Developmental Disabilities Council
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South Carolina Human Affairs Commission
South Carolina Respite Coalition
USC School of Medicine - Center for Disability Resources
Able South Carolina

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April Cromer for House
South Carolina Lieutenant Governor's Office on Aging
South Carolina Department of Public Health

Advocacy Help South Carolinians Navigate Life After Brain InjuryAsk South Carolina lawmakers to support $500,000 for BIASC.For many people with brain injury, leaving the hospital or completing rehabilitation is only the beginning. Survivors and families are often left trying to navigate resources, s...

08/07/2026

Imagine navigating life after a brain injury without knowing where to turn for help.

For South Carolinians across all 46 counties, BIASC helps provide that roadmap — connecting survivors, families, and caregivers with resources, referrals, support, and services.

Critical state funding for BIASC is being voted upon on August 11, as part of the South Carolina state budget. Your voice can help us secure this funding.

Watch the video, then ask your state legislators to support this funding for brain injury services in South Carolina.

Urgent - Take Action Today: biaofsc.com/advocacy

Please share this post to help us reach South Carolinians across the state.





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Richland Library
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Healthy Connections
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Spartanburg Rehabilitation Institute
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Trusted Results Therapy Group, LLC
South Carolina Department on Aging
South Carolina Developmental Disabilities Council
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