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We hope your Thanksgiving was filled with family, friends, and many blessings. May your holiday season be filled with hope, joy, and happiness.

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! Living with a brain and/or spinal cord injury and want to share your story? Through your stories, you may touch someone else who needs to know that they are not alone. If you have a story you want to share and help others, send email to: info@biala.org for simple instructions. Your Story Matters... Share It!

EXCITING NEWS... During the BIAA Chapter Leadership Conference in October, we were honored to be presented the 2020 Award of Excellence for Programs and Services by the Brain Injury Association of America.

#GivingTuesday is December 1st GIVE the GIFT of HOPE this HOLIDAY SEASON! DONATE EARLY Did you know that for the remainder of this year, any gift you make is eligible for a 100% tax deduction under the CARES Act legislation? A Few Ways We Have Made a Difference in 2020: Continued to operate our resource center Distributed over 300+ N-95 masks Equipped individuals with emergency preparedness backpacks Provided meals to those impacted by hurricanes in the southwest region of Louisiana Continued awareness efforts through our Unmasking Brain Injury program Sponsored adaptive water skiing clinics Hosted monthly virtual support group meetings

We extend our sincere gratitude to the Oscar J. Tolmas Charitable Trust for their $10,000 matching gift. Through their generosity, the work of Mr. Tolmas continues by helping our non-profit organization make a difference in the lives of many individuals living around Louisiana who are impacted by brain and/or spinal cord injury. We thank you for carrying on the legacy and generosity of Mr. Tolmas. To all of those who donated to make this opportunity possible, we are incredibly thankful for your kindness and support of our mission.

WAYS WE CAN HELP Are you an individual or know an individual who sustained a traumatic brain and/or spinal cord injury? The Louisiana Department of Health through the Office of Aging and Adult Services offers assistance through the Traumatic Head and Spinal Cord Injury Trust Fund Program. For criteria and application, CLICK HERE.

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A Guide to Wheelchair-Friendly Higher Education Attending college can be an intimidating process for people with disabilities. In an effort help make the experience less stressful, United Spinal Association has developed a "Guide to Wheelchair-Friendly Higher Education." This resource is extremely valuable to anyone considering applying to college. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD PDF

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15 Tips for Surviving and Enjoying the Holidays Living with a Brain Injury Flashing lights. Crowded stores. Loud family gatherings. The holiday season should be joyful, but it can often be overwhelming to someone who is living with a brain injury. If you are living with a brain injury, share these tips with your family and friends. If someone you love is living with a brain injury, the tips below can help you plan to make the holiday season happier and more relaxed for your loved one. READ TIPS HERE

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