Our Mission

The mission of the Brain Injury Alliance of Iowa is to create a better future through brain injury prevention, advocacy, education, research, and support.

To contact the Brain Injury Alliance of Iowa: Call 1-855-444-6443 or Email info@biaia.org

Currently, more than 3.1 million children and adults in the U.S. live with a lifelong disability as a result of TBI and 6.4 million have a disability due to stroke. (Statistics courtsey of the Centers for Disease Control and the Heart Disease & Stroke Statistics 2010 Update At-A-Glance.). This translates into more than 95,000 Iowans living with disability from acquired brain injury. That is more than the populations of Sioux City, Waterloo, Council Bluffs, Ames or Iowa City.

The Brain Injury Alliance of Iowa is seeking an individual with experience working with persons with brain injury and/or the human services deliver system in Iowa. This position is focused on the provision of information, support and education to persons with brain injury, their families and the public. This position is based in Urbandale.  Master’s in Human Svcs pref., Bachelor’s req’d. For other ways you might qualify for this position, click here. Send Resume & cover letter by May 22 to: applicants@biaia.org

Brain Injury Journey Magazine - Free Online Version

Filled with empowering personal stories, informative interviews, clinical findings, and research updates, Brain Injury Journey Magazine helps you navigate the challenges of life after an acquired brain injury. Whether you are a survivor, veteran, family member, or caregiver, you will find support and information to guide you on your journey. Providers, clinicians, educators, and advocates will find articles that guide and inform them as critical partners in the brain injury community.  Published 6 times a year, the electronic version of this magazine is being made to you FREE courtesy of Lash & Associates.

To subscribe click here and simply provide your full name, E-mail address, State and Country information.

Looking for resources and supports dealing with brain injury?

Neuro-Resource Facilitation helps people with brain injury and their families find answers to their questions.  This is a free service dedicated to helping people choose, get and keep needed services and supports.   Professionals and others are also welcome to contact us to receive more information and assistance.

To speak with one of our Neuro-Resource Facilitators, please call the Brain Injury Alliance of Iowa at: 1-855-444-6443 or e-mail us at info@biaia.org

Individuals may also request to receive an Iowa Brain Injury Resource Network Information Kits (also known as the “Tote Bag”)  A “Virtual Tote Bag” can also be viewed online by clicking here.

IMPORTANT: The contents of this website, informational packets or handouts, such as text, graphics, or images are for informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment or for legal advice or representation. Please seek out a medical or legal professional for those types of services.