Case Examples in 2025 by Age, Diagnosis and Cause (when known): *

Leah * was a healthy, lively 6-year-old when a series of seizures triggered by an infection caused her to lapse into a coma. After regaining consciousness, Leah was left with significant physical and cognitive deficits. BINA guided the family to a top pediatric inpatient rehab facility where Leah started intensive therapy. When she was discharged, BINA recommended an outpatient program where Leah continued making slow but steady progress in her recovery. Eventually, Leah was ready to return to school, but faced many challenges in her adjustment to a classroom setting. BINA’s educational advocate guided Leah's parents to a top neuropsychologist and specialized therapists to evaluate her abilities and needs. The educational advocate worked closely with the parents to understand the report and recommendations and then met with the school and therapy team to develop and implement a comprehensive, individualized educational plan to allow Leah every possible chance for success. With BINA working collaboratively with the parents, therapists and educators, Leah progressed over time from being a passive school attendee to an attentive, active classroom participant. Leah is making great strides in all areas and her parents know that BINA will continue to stand at their side as they look forward to a bright future.

Mr. R. *, an active 83-year-old husband, father and grandfather in generally good health, was hospitalized after suffering a stroke where he was treated until the medical team determined that he was medically stable and cleared for discharge. The family was told that Mr. R. would benefit from rehab, but he was "too old" for an intensive course of therapy at an acute facility and would best be placed in a nursing home setting. After reaching out to BINA, the family was encouraged to request a referral to a short list of acute facilities for their review to determine if he was a candidate. To the surprise of the hospital staff, Mr. R. was accepted to two nationally ranked stroke programs. BINA guided the family to choose a top facility where he was admitted for intensive therapy, an invaluable first step in his recovery. Although every case is unique, and not every patient is a candidate for acute rehab, BINA's staff has developed a keen understanding of admission criteria and expertly educates and guides the family on their rights and options in the rehab admission process.

*Identifying details have been changed

The BX25NJ Rehabilitation and Disability Expo took place on Sunday, November 16th at the Beru Grand in Toms River, New Jersey. Hundreds of people attended, eager to learn about the latest advances and cutting edge innovations in the world of rehab from leading specialists and professionals.

Exhibitors represented a broad and comprehensive range of top pediatric and adult rehab facilities, therapy centers, providers, companies, agencies and organizations. Individuals with disabilities, family members and professionals took advantage of every possible opportunity to learn from and converse directly with physicians, therapists, facility representatives, lawyers, insurance specialists and experts in communication and technology. 



For a recap and photo gallery, click here.

Axon 2026, the 4th annual healthcare networking event to benefit BINA's critical work for brain injury, stroke and spinal injury survivors of all ages, will take place on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at Bell Works in Holmdel, NJ. This year's event, where vendors will have the rare opportunity to meet and network with top operators and decision-makers, promises to be bigger and better than ever.

Early Bird discount ends January 1, 2026; enter code EBGA at checkout.



For more information and registration go to Axon 2026 or send us an email.

BINA has hosted a series of events for women caring for a family member with a stroke or brain injury. The women greatly enjoyed the opportunity to meet others who understand and care in an informal and relaxed setting.

The events have taken place in Brooklyn and Monsey, and most recently for women in the Lakewood area. The Lakewood evening featured an interactive roundtable with noted neuropsychologist Dr. Cirelle Rosenblatt speaking on Zoom from Vancouver and answering questions from the audience.

A series of webinars has been hosted by BINA for the community at large, presented by leading specialists in a variety of fields. Topics in 2025 included Brain Injury Related Neurobehavioral Deficits, Medicare Enrollment, Stroke Rehabilitation, Stroke Prevention and Concussive Brain Injury.

The next webinar will take place on Monday, January 5, 2026 at 8:00 pm on the topic, "Planning Ahead for Your Family Member's Lifetime Care: Learn How to Secure the Future of Your Disabled Family Member", presented by Malkie Scher, Esq., Guardianship & Special Needs Planning Attorney at the Moskowitz Legal Group.

Click here to register for the webinar.



Recordings of past webinars are available here.

BINA is pleased to offer a monthly Zoom meeting for families recently affected by a stroke, TBI or spinal injury. The meeting takes place on the first Wednesday of every month and is hosted by Elchanan Schwarz LMHC, BINA's Director of Crisis Intervention and Family Support.

The meeting provides an educational overview of brain injury and what to expect during the recovery and rehabilitation process. A Q&A will follow the presentation. Registration is required; all close family members (18 and up) are welcome.

Click here to register for the next meeting on Wednesday, January 7.

A new and exciting initiative is sponsorship of a day or week of BINA's work to improve the lives of stroke and brain injury survivors.

The sponsorship may be dedicated as a merit for a speedy recovery or in memory of a loved one on their yahrzeit.

The sponsorship will be publicized via email and on a special screen at the BINA office.

To learn more, send us an email.

BINA is very proud to have been selected as the grant beneficiary on December 24th from the well-known and universally respected Daily Giving initiative. The grant, awarded after a careful vetting and review process, is not only an important source of support for our work, but a noteworthy reflection of respect for our mission and dedication on behalf of stroke and brain injury survivors in our community. Thank you to the generous Daily Givers who, together, perform incalculable acts of tzedaka and chesed every day.

We have an exciting opportunity to receive continued support from Daily Giving in 2026 if we bring in 50 new Daily Givers by year-end. Please help the families who depend on BINA by joining the thousands of Givers donating daily to great causes. 

Click here to join Daily Giving.