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The Brain Injury Alliance of Iowa seeks to develop and support activities that are grounded in the expressed needs of individuals in Iowa with brain injury, their families and the caregivers and professionals that provide support. After this past year of pandemic-related challenges there are many changes, threats, and opportunities for BIAIA to focus and

It is our mission at the Brain Injury Alliance of Iowa, to keep Iowans updated on information, services and supports to help them navigate life after brain injury. Due to the various impacts of COVID-19, we are compiling all national, state and local resources that we are aware of, for your convenience. We know this

Information below provided by Iowa Department of Human Services In response to the COVID-19 outbreak and the President’s issuance of an emergency declaration for all states, the Department of Human Services (DHS) has taken action to ensure Medicaid members have continued access to services. Member co-pays, premiums, and contributions waived Effective March 13, 2020, DHS

Thursday, February 20th 2/20/2020 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Invest in Iowa Act Town Hall – Adel, Govenor Reynolds and Lt. Govenor Gregg Adel Public Library, Community Room, 303 South 10th St., Adel, IA 50003   Friday, February 21st 2/21/2020 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM Spill the Beans – Anita, Rep. Sorensen  Weather Vane, 663 Main St

We are excited to announce that individuals listed on the Brain Injury Waiver waitlist can now apply for prioritization on the waitlist based on emergency and urgent need! Once on the brain injury waiver waitlist, you will receive a letter in the mail notifying you about the Emergency Need Assessment application. If you are already

One cause of brain injury that is often under-reported and under researched is domestic violence. Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another intimate partner. Domestic violence can be physical, sexual, emotional, economic, or psychological actions or