concussion Archives - Schurig Center for Brain Injury Recovery

January 3, 2019 by Angela

Brain, Art & Music Gala

Schurig Center for Brain Injury Recovery invites you to join us for an elegant celebration that changes lives!

Master of Ceremonies – JOAN RYAN
Honoree – DR. DIANE BARNES
Live Music By – SARAH HERZOG

The evening’s festivities will include social mingling, live music, cocktails and appetizers, wine tastings poured by three great wineries including Estate 1856, Wilson Artisan Wines, a light buffet-style dinner from Comforts, live program, presentation of the “Creating Connections Award,” and live and silent auctions.

All proceeds benefit The Karen G. Schurig Scholarship Fund for low-income clients at Schurig Center.

Please visit the BAM Gala web page for more event details.

March 6, 2019 by Angela

Concussion Education Clinic for Survivors & Their Families

This introductory class is designed to help survivors and their families begin to learn and understand the effects of a concussion and how to navigate the recovery process. Topics include: Risk factors; changes in cognitive and psychological functioning; anticipated path of recovery; and, locally available resources and programs.

Open to adults age 18 and older who have sustained a recent concussion (less than 6 months) and their family members, and who have completed the initial medical evaluation with their healthcare provide and who now present as medically stable.

Exclusionary Criteria: Any adult with a recent or acute change of condition (sudden headaches, nausea, seizures, dizziness or decreased balance or vestibular problems that require immediate attention).

Facilitator

Dr. Jim Wilson, PhD, a licensed neuropsychologist specializing in concussion and brain injury for almost 30 years.

Cost

$25 per person

Registration Required

Space is limited. Participants must register to attend. For more information and current class availability, please contact our Resource & Intake Specialist by phone at (415) 461-6771 ext 100 or by email resources@schurigcenter.org.

January 3, 2019 by Angela

Aphasia Communication Class

Do you have trouble expressing yourself?
Do feel that you are misunderstood or not heard?
Would you like to speak with more confidence?
Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed during conversations?

This group can help! This 10-week program provides the opportunity for individuals who have experienced a stroke or other neurological impairment to practice and develop communication and cognitive skills in a supportive environment. Each participant will be evaluated to assess his or her unique needs and to set personal goals.

Topics covered include:
– Engaging in conversation
– Body language
– Communication strategies
– Listening skills
– Connections with friends, family, and your community

Facilitator

Kalynn Stewart, MS/CCC-SLP, a licensed speech therapist specializing in stroke and brain injuries. Kalynn has worked in rehabilitation of individuals with complex neurological impairments in the hospital, outpatient, and community setting for over 20 years.

Info and Registration

Pre-screening by therapist is required.
Space is limited. Participants must register to attend.
Call (415) 461-6771 x100 or email resources@schurigcenter.org