Brain Injury Association of New York State

Who’s Who/What’s New: 2020 NYS Primaries
2020-06-01 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
The latest information and resources for brain injury survivors and caregivers on how to participate in New York’s primary along with who will be on the ballot in June. The format of June’s primaries keeps changing as we react to new COVID-19 developments. Christina LeBeau, Director of Advocacy & Engagement, will walk you through how to participate and find information on candidates in your district.
Sorry, no continuing education credits are available for this webinar. Certificates of attendance are available.
To register for this free webinar, click here.
To view our policy priorities, click here.
Remember that we’re stronger together: stay home and keep our communities safe.

How to Achieve Life Long Well Being after a Brain Injury: Professional Development Series
2020-05-20 13:00 - 14:30 | online
Program Description:
“Recovery” can mean trying to go back and regain what was lost, or it can mean going forward to achieve what everyone wants but few possess: best mental and physical health. This presentation takes the second approach and consists of a detailed review of eight practices that will positively transform your life.

About the Presenter:
Gerry Brooks, MA, CCC, CBIST, CMTT
Brain Injury Program Director at Northeast Center for Rehabilitation & Brain Injury

Gerry Brooks began his career in private practice in 1979 as a speech-language pathologist specializing in cognitive and communicative disorders. Since then he has logged thousands of treatment hours with survivors of brain injury and their families in both Ulster and Dutchess Counties. He has served as a consultant to hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and school systems and on the graduate faculty at SUNY New Paltz.
In 1998 Gerry joined the Northeast Center for Rehabilitation & Brain Injury’s planning team a year prior to its opening, and he has been the Center’s Program Director ever since, responsible for the development and oversight of the Center’s neurorehabilitation and neurobehavioral programs. Gerry has presented at local, national and international venues.
He holds Certificates of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Brain Injury Specialist Trainer from the Brain Injury Association of America, Technical Trainer from the Mandt System  of therapeutic behavioral support, and Contemplative Care from the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care. His primary interests are motivation, self-awareness, and life-long wellbeing.
REGISTRATION FOR THIS WEBINAR IS NOW CLOSED.

BIANYS is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s Office of the Professions as a provider for continuing competencies in the following areas: Social Work (#0539), Physical Therapy/ PT Assistants, Speech-Language Pathologist & Audiologists, Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) and Occupational Therapy/ OT assistants. We also provide CBIS continuing education credit and Certificates of Attendance.
The Brain Injury Association of New York State thanks our Professional Development Series Presenting Sponsor, Goldblatt and Associates, for their support in underwriting this program.

Supporting Students Recovering from Concussion Webinar Series
2020-05-06 18:00 - 19:00, 2020-04-22 16:00 - 17:00, 2020-03-18 18:00 - 19:00, 2020-02-12 17:00 - 18:00, 2020-01-14 16:00 - 17:00
The Brain Injury Association of New York State is pleased to announce the availability of free monthly presentations for educators of the Supporting Students Recovering from Concussion webinar. These webinars are part of our Improving Concussion Management for New York State Students project, funded by the New York State Health Foundation.
Not only will you gain an appreciation for what a concussed student faces on a daily basis, but you’ll also:

Learn about concussion symptoms, causes, recovery and barriers to recovery
Examine how an effective Concussion Management Team operates
Be trained on Return to Learn protocols

To register for one of these free webinars, click on a date. Each session is 1 hour long.
January 14, 2020 at 4pm
February 12, 2020 at 5pm
March 18, 2020 at 6pm
April 22, 2020 at 4pm
May 6, 2020 at 6pm
For more information about our free webinar and in-person training series, please contact Michelle Kellen, MEd, Professional Development Manager at mkellen@bianys.org or 518-459-7911.
BIANYS is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s Office of the Professions as a provider for continuing competencies in the following areas: Social Work (#0539), Physical Therapy/ PT Assistants, Speech-Language Pathologist & Audiologists, Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) and Occupational Therapy/ OT assistants. We also provide CBIS continuing education credit and Certificates of Attendance.

BIANYS Advocacy: Then & Now
2020-04-20 13:00 - 14:30
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), we had to make the difficult decision to cancel Advocacy Day this year. It was the right choice and the responsible thing to do, but it sure wasn’t easy. Now that the BIANYS staff are safely working from home, we know it’s time to try new ways of connecting with our community in these uncertain times. We miss you!

That’s why we’re excited to announce the BIANYS Advocacy: Then & Now Campaign. The campaign starts with a free webinar on Monday, April 20 at 1pm that will review our policy priorities, including the history and background of major initiatives like TBI/NHTD Waiver advocacy. We will also tell you how you can stay involved. Always remember, your voice matters!

We really hope you will be able to join us virtually until we can meet in person again.

To register for this free webinar, click here.

To view our policy priorities, click here.

Remember that we’re stronger together: stay home and keep our communities safe.

Using a Bullet Journal to Promote Wellness for those Affected by Brain Injury: Professional Development Series
2020-03-18 13:00 - 14:30 | online
Program Description:
Executive dysfunction is one of the hallmark deficits a person with a brain injury may experience, making management of even the most basic tasks difficult. Bullet journaling is fast becoming one of the most popular ways to keep track of a variety of aspects of life. This course will discuss various cognitive deficits and how they can be managed by use of a bullet journal. A variety of sample journal pages and modifications will also be provided to aid in the establishing a basic bullet journal.

About the Presenter:

Lauren Holland, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Rochester Regional Health
Lauren Holland, MS CCC-SLP, BCS-S has a bachelor’s degree from Nazareth College and a master’s degree in Speech Pathology from Boston University. She has spent her career working at the Golisano Restorative Neurology and Rehabilitation Unit, an inpatient rehab, specializing in stroke and traumatic brain injury for all ages. She also holds Board Certification in Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders. In addition to her clinical experience, Lauren has had the opportunity to teach at the graduate level and participate in the development of graduate student experiences within her health system.
Registration is now closed for this event.

BIANYS is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s Office of the Professions as a provider for continuing competencies in the following areas: Social Work (#0539), Physical Therapy/ PT Assistants, Speech-Language Pathologist & Audiologists, Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) and Occupational Therapy/ OT assistants. We also provide CBIS continuing education credit and Certificates of Attendance.
The Brain Injury Association of New York State thanks our Professional Development Series Presenting Sponsor, Goldblatt and Associates, for their support in underwriting this program.

Capital District Meet and Greet
2020-03-04 13:00 - 15:00
Join us at our offices in Albany to meet and greet BIANYS staff! This is your chance to learn more about the organization, including membership benefits, programs and services. There will be a short program and an interactive question-and-answer period. Light refreshments will be provided. This event is free.

Stop by to show your support for BIANYS and let us get to know you better!
BIANYS Offices
4 Pine West Plaza
Albany, NY
Large Conference Room (follow signs)
1pm – 3pm
Please RSVP below, email us at info@bianys.org or call 518-459-7911.
Download the flyer for the Capital District Meet & Greet

The Importance of Groups in Brain Injury Rehabilitation: Professional Development Series Webinar
2020-01-15 13:00 - 14:30 | online
Sorry, registration is now closed for this webinar.
Program Description:
This presentation will discuss the importance of groups in tandem with individual treatment in brain injury rehabilitation. It will highlight specifics of qualities endemic to groups and give examples to illustrate them.

About the Presenter:
Pamela Singer, MSW, LCSW
Senior Social Worker, Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Health Ambulatory Care Center

Pamela Singer, MSW, LCSW has a Bachelor’s degree from Occidental College and a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from NYU. She is currently a Senior Social Worker at Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Health Ambulatory Care Center, specializing in Brain Injury, Concussion and Stroke. Prior to that, she worked at Rusk’s inpatient Stroke and Brain Injury Unit. She has developed and continues to run numerous support and psychoeducational groups, both inpatient and outpatient. Pamela has spoken extensively on groups, and their importance in inpatient and outpatient setting.

BIANYS is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s Office of the Professions as a provider for continuing competencies in the following areas: Social Work (#0539), Physical Therapy/ PT Assistants, Speech-Language Pathologist & Audiologists, Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) and Occupational Therapy/ OT assistants. We also provide CBIS continuing education credit and Certificates of Attendance.
The Brain Injury Association of New York State thanks our Professional Development Series Presenting Sponsor, Goldblatt and Associates, for their support in underwriting this program.

Supporting Students Recovering from Concussion Webinar Series
2019-12-18 16:00 - 17:15, 2019-11-19 18:00 - 19:15, 2019-10-24 16:00 - 17:15, 2019-09-16 18:00 - 19:15
We’re pleased to announce the availability of monthly presentations for educators of the Supporting Students Recovering from Concussion webinar through the end of 2019. These webinars are part of our Improving Concussion Management for New York State Students project, funded by the New York State Health Foundation.
Not only will you gain an appreciation for what a concussed student faces on a daily basis, but you’ll also:

Learn about concussion symptoms, causes, recovery and barriers to recovery
Examine how an effective Concussion Management Team operates
Be trained on Return to Learn protocols

To register for one of these free webinars, click on a date. Each session is 1 hour, 15 minutes long.
September 19 at 6pm
October 24 at 4pm
November 19 at 6pm
December 18 at 4pm
For more information about our free webinar and in-person training series, please contact Michelle Kellen, MEd, Professional Development Manager at mkellen@bianys.org or 518-459-7911.
BIANYS provides continuing education credits for Social Work, CBIS CEUs, CTLEs, Physical Therapy/ PT Assistant, Speech-Language Pathologist & Audiologists and Certificates of Attendance.

Acquired Brain Injuries in the Elderly Population
2019-11-20 13:00 - 14:30 | online
Program Description:
Falls in the elderly that result in brain injury are one of the fastest growing areas acquired brain injuries in the United States. This session will focus on the particular care considerations that should be implemented in this special population, exploring the particular diagnostic considerations as well as treatments and prognosis.
Pricing:
$25 for Members
$30 for non-members
$77 gets you the webinar plus an individual Membership

Registration is now closed for this event.
About the Presenter:
Benjamin Seidel is a board certified physiatrist with sub-specialty certification in brain injury medicine as well as electrodiagnostics. He is the current Program Director for the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Hospital at Burke Rehabilitation, where he also serves as a brain injury physiatrist. Dr. Seidel is also an assistant clinical professor of PM&R at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Seidel did his PM&R residency at Thomas Jefferson University Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA, and his fellowship in Brain Injury Medicine at Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation in West Orange, NJ. He received his Osteopathic doctoral degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine.

BIANYS is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s Office of the Professions as a provider for continuing competencies in the following areas: Social Work, Physical Therapy/ PT Assistants, Speech-Language Pathologist & Audiologists, Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) and Occupational Therapy/ OT assistants. We also provide CBIS continuing education credit and Certificates of Attendance.
The Brain Injury Association of New York State thanks our Professional Development Series Presenting Sponsor, Goldblatt and Associates, for their support in underwriting this program.

CBIS Training/Examination
2019-11-19 08:00 - 16:30 | NY, United States
This CBIS course is offered by the Brain Injury Association of New York State and is specifically designed to help you review material for the certification examination and to strengthen the network of dedicated, competent brain injury specialists across New York State. Starting six weeks prior to the course, participants will have access to weekly webinars, receive study tips and detailed home study information that corresponds with the chapters in the Essential Brain Injury Study Guide.
SORRY, REGISTRATION FOR THE NOVEMBER CBIS EXAM & TRAINING IS NOW CLOSED.
Registration is $575. Contact Karen Thomas via email kthomas@bianys.org for more information and to request an application.

Journey of Hope Gala 2019
2019-11-07 18:00 - 20:30
The Journey of Hope Gala is about taking a moment to celebrate New York’s brain injury community. The road is sometimes long, but laughter and friends make a bit easier to travel. We’ll be celebrating those who have made significant advances in the field of brain injury. Join us for cocktails, food, music and awards to raise funds for programs and services delivered directly to brain injury survivors.
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR 2019 JOURNEY OF HOPE AWARD RECIPIENTS.
Online ticket sales are now closed. You can purchase tickets at the door for $250 each. See you there!

March On for Brain Injury Family Fun Walk 2019
2019-09-14 08:00 | Unnamed Venue
March On with us!
New York State’s brain injury community will gather at four locations for a day of visibility, community and activities for all abilities and interests, music and fun. Register today to March On in Rochester, Hudson Valley, New York City or Long Island!
We will also be honoring brain injury survivors whose stories of determination and perseverance have inspired us all. Now in its sixth year, March on for Brain Injury promotes advocacy and understanding of brain injury, while highlighting services and resources offered by the Brain Injury Association of New York State.
Registration is $30 for adults ($35 on the day of the Walk), $20 for youth ages 4-12, and free for kids ages 3 and under.
Register today! Here are other ways you can be part of it all:

Become a sponsor! Download our Corporate Sponsorship Packet to learn more about how you can support our statewide March On for Brain Injury!
Want to start a team? Download the Team Builder Manual for tips on how to make your team successful!
Interested in forming a corporate team? Download our Corporate Team Packet now.

THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS!

How to Implement Exercise Therapy for Sports Related Concussions: Professional Development Series Webinar
2019-08-21 13:00 - 14:30 | online
Program Description:
In this webinar, Dr. Leddy will discuss the physiology of concussion with respect to the autonomic nervous system and why exercise might help restore ANS control. He will then discuss the use of the Buffalo Concussion Treadmill Test (BCTT) for determining the level of exercise tolerance after a sports related concussion. Dr. Leddy will also discuss the exercise prescription and how to advance it, and present data on its effectiveness in those acutely after SRC and in those with a more protracted recovery.
Pricing:
$25 for Members
$30 for non-members
$77 gets you the webinar plus an individual Membership

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THIS EVENT.
About the Presenter:
Dr. John J. Leddy is a practicing clinician, active researcher and instructor at the University at Buffalo School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. He is the Medical Director of the University at Buffalo Concussion Clinic, which is the first center in the U.S. to use a standardized exercise treadmill test to establish recovery from concussion and to use controlled exercise in the rehabilitation of patients acutely after concussion and in those with prolonged symptoms. His primary research interest is the investigation of the basic mechanisms of the disturbance of whole body physiology that occurs in concussion and how to help restore the physiology to normal, helping patients recover and safely return to activity and sport.
The Brain Injury Association of New York State, Inc., SW CPE is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #0359.
The Brain Injury Association of New York State thanks our Professional Development Series Presenting Sponsor, Goldblatt and Associates, for their support in underwriting this program.

BIANYS 37th Annual Conference
2019-06-05 10:00 - 2019-06-06 12:30 | Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs, 232 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
Join us on June 5th and 6th for workshops including professional presentations and panel discussions, and feature Keynote Speaker Sharon Epperson.
Brain injury survivors, family members, caregivers, professionals and brain injury service providers from across New York State are invited to get a first look at industry trends and information to better support and serve people and families impacted by brain injury. Continuing education credits will be available where possible.

2019 BIANYS Medical Symposium
2019-06-04 | Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs, 232 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
Medical Symposium sessions have been curated to represent the full breadth of medical issues faced by the brain injury community, and are presented by top professionals from a broad range of disciplines.
Click here to learn more & register!

2019 BIANYS Legal Symposium
2019-06-03 | Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs, 232 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
We’ve cultivated what we hope is an exciting list of presenters and session topics that will provide you with the information and skills you need to confidently handle brain injury cases, from the moment a brain injury client walks into your office to closing arguments.
Click here to learn more & register!
