Inclusion in this resource list is not intended to be an endorsement by Schurig Center, nor are these resources affiliated with Schurig Center. Please contact the organization directly for more information about their services. While we have tried to verify these resources as thoroughly as possible, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of all information.
If you are in need of a resource that is not listed, please contact Schurig Center’s Resource & Intake Coordinator who will be happy to assist you at (415) 461-6771 or email info@schurigcenter.org
National Education & Resources
- Brain Injury Association of America
- Brain Injury Recovery Network – Resources and assistance for people with TBI. Provides practical and actionable advice about TBI and its management.
- BrainLine – A national multimedia project offering information and support to anyone whose life has been affected by brain injury or PTSD: people with brain injuries, their family and friends, and the professionals who work with them. BrainLine also provides military-specific information and resources on traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder to veterans, service members, and their families.
- American Brain Tumor Association (ABTA) – Provides comprehensive resources that support the complex needs of brain tumor patients and caregivers.
- Brain Aneurysm Foundation – A leader in brain aneurysm awareness, education, support, advocacy, and research funding.
- American Stroke Association – Information on stroke, post-stroke recovery, caregiver information, and tools, resources and education for healthcare professionals.
- National Aphasia Association – Provides support, promotes public awareness, and fosters research that improves the lives of people living with aphasia and their families.
- Social Security Disability Resource Center – Information and guidance for the disability application process.
Aphasia Resources
- Kalynn Stewart, MS, CCC-SLP – Speech Therapy – Located in San Rafael, CA in Marin County. Kalynn Stewart helps adults with acquired and traumatic brain injuries improve their speech and cognition, learn coping strategies, and regain independence. She is a licensed speech-language pathologist who uses a variety of compensatory strategies to treat her patients.
- Cal State East Bay – Aphasia Treatment Program (ATP) – A university-based group treatment program through the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences and the Rees Clinic, offering innovative, evidence-based therapy in a supportive clinical setting.
- Aphasia Center of California – A community-based nonprofit providing personalized, evidence-based services to enhance communication skills and quality of life, with both group and individual programs.
- San Francisco State University – Gray Matter Lab Conversation Club – A free, informal conversation group for individuals with aphasia or other neurogenic communication disorders, focused on relaxed and supportive conversation.
- UC Berkeley Aphasia Conversation Group – A student-led group offering a welcoming space for individuals with aphasia to practice communication and connect with others.
Occupational Therapy
- Maggie Smida, MSOT, CCC-SLP – Evolve Occupational Therapy – Located in San Rafael, CA in Marin County. Maggie Smida specializes in brain injury and offers individualized treatment plans, home safety assessments, and caregiver support and education.
- California Department of Rehabilitation – Provides services to people with disabilities including vocational rehabilitation and an assistive technology loan program.
- California Caregiver Resource Centers – The 11 centers serve every county in the state and provide assessment, resources and services to family caregivers of people with brain injuries.
- Golden Gate Regional Center – An array of services and support for individuals with developmental disabilities in Marin, San Francisco, and San Mateo counties. Individuals born with or who sustained a brain injury before the age of 18 are eligible for services.
- In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) – Provides homecare services to Medi-Cal eligible aged, blind or individuals with disabilities, including children, to assist them to in their homes with house cleaning, meal preparation, grocery shopping, laundry, and personal care services.
- Medi-Cal – Provides information about the Medi-Cal application process, benefits, eligibility criteria, and provider directory.
- Disability Rights California – Support for Californians with disabilities by providing litigation, investigations, legal representation, and advocacy, as well as information, advice, and referrals.
- Marin Center for Independent Living – Assists individuals with all types of disabilities to live independently by providing independent living skills classes, peer support, benefits navigation, housing assistance, and advocacy.
- Integrated Community Services – Offers employment services, living skills programs, mental health support, case management, social clubs, and other services for individuals with disabilities, including brain injury.
- Jewish Family & Children’s Services – An array of supportive programs, case management, financial assistance & navigation, and disability services for youth, adults, and seniors.
- Buckelew Programs – Helps people with behavioral health challenges lead healthier, more independent lives, strengthening families and communities in the process. Their services for adults and children in the North Bay includes supported housing and employment for people living with mental illness, family support, outpatient counseling, substance use treatment, outreach, education, and suicide prevention.
- Marin Community Clinics – Provides affordable medical, dental, and behavioral health care to uninsured and low-income residents of Marin County.
- Margaret Todd Senior Center – Offers enrichment and fitness courses, events, game/specialty groups, and outreach services to bring community together. [Novato]
- Vivalon – Provides transportation services, home-delivered meals, social groups, and classes/workshops for older adults and individuals with a disability. [San Rafael]
- Vivalon Rides – Specialized transportation and medical rides for seniors and individuals with mobility challenges. Serving Marin County and the greater Bay Area.
- Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) – Offers a nationwide directory of virtual brain injury support groups, educational webinars, and resources for survivors and caregivers.
- LoveYourBrain Foundation – Provides free online Mindset Groups, yoga, meditation, resilience training, and caregiver support for individuals with traumatic brain injury and their families.
- American Stroke Association Support Network – Offers online support groups, educational programs, and peer communities for stroke survivors and caregivers.
- Stroke Network – Hosts free weekly online support groups, caregiver meetings, discussion forums, and educational webinars for stroke survivors.
- Concussion Legacy Foundation – Offers virtual peer support groups for individuals recovering from concussion, persistent post-concussion symptoms, athletes, veterans, and caregivers.
- Hope After Head Injury – Provides free virtual peer support meetings and educational webinars for brain injury survivors and family members.
- BrainLine – Provides educational webinars, videos, articles, and links to virtual support groups and brain injury resources.
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