Thank You Community Supporters Archives - Schurig Center for Brain Injury Recovery

July 8, 2021 by Angela

You Can Help Launch a New Era of Healing

What a year it has been! The generosity of people like you helped provide life-enhancing rehabilitation and support throughout the pandemic for people living with a brain injury, concussion or stroke.

A caregiver whose loved one was injured during the pandemic said Schurig Center’s services have been a saving grace for her family:

“Thank God we found Schurig Center! Without the services and resources they offer I don’t think we would make it through this.”

Today, we ask for your support to help to fund an exciting new era of healing for people living with brain injury, concussion, or stroke. As Schurig Center prepares to welcome clients on-site in September, we are thrilled to share we will also be continuing to offer therapeutic classes and support groups online. And, you can help!

What’s needed is a little extra support from our friends to ensure Schurig Center has the equipment and resources it needs to re-open safely for on-site programs while also expanding to a hybrid model of providing services both in-person and remotely online.

Our goal is to raise $30,000 by August 15.
With your help, we know we can reach this goal.

We strive to do the most good with your generosity.

That’s why we can wholeheartedly assure you donations of any and all sizes will help improve many lives. Here are just a few examples of how far your gift will go:

$5,000 covers equipment and technology needed for staff members to facilitate online services from the center.

$1,800 funds a month of weekly Art Therapy, Social Communication and Support Classes for survivors in the CORE Therapeutic Program.

$850 provides one month of Resource Referral Assistance & Consultation Service for 350 people annually – provided free of charge and not offered elsewhere!

$500 provides four months of cognitive therapy software to help 20 survivors improve cognitive abilities, like memory, logic, and concentration.

$250 funds one month of support groups for 35 survivors and family caregivers.

$100 replenishes art supplies for one month of weekly Art Therapy classes for survivors.

Thank you for standing by us!

We are grateful for the unwavering support of our community of friends, like you. Your loyal friendship and generosity truly makes a difference.

July 6, 2021 by Angela

Schurig Center’s Board President Honored with Picnic Table in Larkspur

National Association of Realtors^® singled out Schurig Center’s volunteer Board President Kim Strub as one of their national Good Neighbor Award recipients in 2019 and provided a $20,000 grant for the organization at that time in partnership with Wells Fargo Foundation. They also decided to dedicate a picnic table to her in recognition of her decade-plus of volunteer service to Schurig Center. The NAR Good Neighbor Awards recognize REALTORS who make extraordinary commitments to improving the quality of life in their communities.

The picnic table dedicated to Kim and Schurig Center is located on the walking path along Corte Madera Creek by Bon Air Center in Larkspur. The public is invited to enjoy the table. An inaugural picnic was held at the new picnic table in June 2021. In attendance from the Schurig Center were Executive Director Patricia Gill and Board member and Larkspur city councilmember, Catherine Way.

“I’m thrilled that the work of Schurig Center continues to be recognized for the important role we play in helping individuals and families rehabilitate after traumatic brain injuries. The center looks forward to reopening our doors to in-person classes in the fall, while our remote support continues to be offered,” said Strub. “We are hopeful that the picnic table can be enjoyed by the public and brings awareness to the need for the services we provide in our local community.”

Since the organization’s founding in 1985, Schurig Center’s mission has been powered by community support. We are deeply grateful for the loyal support of our community of friends, like Kim, who have been helping us improve lives and abilities for over 35 years.

If you’d like to join us in celebrating Kim’s service to the community, we hope you’ll consider making a donation to Schurig Center in her honor today.

Congrats, Kim!

October 21, 2020 by Angela

Your Generosity Ensures No One is Alone

As I reflect on Schurig Center’s 35 years, I am inspired and energized by the healing power of a caring community. I hope this note will also lift your spirits by reminding you of the good that you personally help make possible even in these toughest of times. Because of you, no one is alone.

“I’d be terrible.” That’s how John, a stroke survivor, described what life would be like for him without you.

John has severe aphasia, a paralyzed arm, and is unable to read and write. He also lives alone and is confined to his apartment during shelter-in-place. But, happily, John is able to stay connected and continue his recovery in Schurig Center’s speech group, computer class, and art therapy, which are now offered remotely and are powered by your generosity. In the words of his sister, Augusta, these services you help provide are “lifesaving” for John and a “huge relief” for his family.

Together, we’re helping more people.

Despite the pandemic, people are still getting brain injuries. We are still receiving new calls for help. And, the costs to provide services has not changed. Remote services have enabled people outside the Bay Area to attend our programs, and we’ve added a second survivor support group. Over 455 people this past year have been helped by our array of services. While we are serving more people than ever before, 70% of our clients live on a low income and rely on scholarships funded by community members, like you, to access care.

There is much need right now, and I know you are likely receiving many asks. But, if you are in a position to help, I hope you will donate to Schurig Center today as you make your holiday charitable gifts and give as generously as you can.

Your gift by December 31 helps ensure that your fellow community members living with a brain injury stay healthy, connected, and knowing they are not alone. Thank you!

With gratitude,
Patricia Gill, MS
Executive Director

Our goal is to raise $30,000 by August 15. With your help, we know we can reach this goal.

We strive to do the most good with your generosity.

Thank you for standing by us!

Together, we’re helping more people.

Your gift by December 31 helps ensure that your fellow community members living with a brain injury stay healthy, connected, and knowing they are not alone. Thank you!

Our goal is to raise $30,000 by August 15.
With your help, we know we can reach this goal.