What is the support group for acquired brain injury?
The Brain Injury Association (BIA) of NSW (see Important Links) is a support network for people with an acquired brain injury. It recognises the special challenges faced by people with a brain injury and their Carers. Part of its role is to help people adjust to the changes in their lives caused by the injury.
How much is a head injury lawsuit worth?
How Much Compensation Will I Get For A Concussion Case? The average value of a personal injury lawsuit involving a concussion is between $20,000 to $80,000. The more serious concussion injury cases (those involving continuing complications) may have an average settlement value of $125,000 or more.
How would you support a client with acquired brain injury?
Ask your friend whether they would like you to explain that they have had a brain injury to others when you are out. Try to set a particular day and time for activities you do together on a regular basis, as this can be helpful if your friend has memory problems or difficulties with organising and planning.
What is considered an acquired brain injury?
Acquired brain injury refers to any type of brain damage that happens after birth. Causes of ABI include disease, blows to the head, alcohol and drug use, or oxygen deprivation. Coping with the consequences of acquired brain injury can be difficult for everyone, including family members.
How much does a brain injury cost?
Estimates show that the average lifetime medical cost per person for a serious brain injury ranges from $85,000 to $3 million. Nationally, brain injuries cost the economy over $76 billion annually in medical costs, lost productivity, and other losses, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
How do you talk to someone with a brain injury?
How to Talk to Someone With Brain Injury
- Get their attention. Don’t start talking until you are sure that they hear you.
- Make sure they are comfortable.
- Stay on one topic at a time.
- Give them time to respond.
- Include them.