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BRAINSTORMING BLOG
What’s happening in our world? This is where we share updates, stories, action alerts, and announcements—so you can always stay up to date about what we (and others) are doing to prevent brain injury and create a better future for people with brain injury, in Iowa and beyond.
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
Line’s Law, for helmet mandate for Iowans age 17 and younger did not make it out of committee this year. Other legislative efforts are on hold with the legislature in suspension due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Maintaining Your Health and Well-Being
For most people, the immediate risk of becoming seriously ill from Coronavirus (COVID-19) is thought to be low. Know the signs and symptoms of COVID-19/Coronavirus: Fever Cough Shortness of breath What to do if you are sick? Stay home. People who are mildly ill with COVID-19 are able to recover at home. Do not leave,
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
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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
The 2020 Legislative Session is upon us and we are actively working for better supports and services for Iowans with brain injury. Join us at Hill Day 2020 on February 5, 2020 at the State Capitol. This year the top priorities being asked for by BIAIA include “Line’s Law” – a helmet law for moped
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