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Pier Tarrant
Co-Chair
Thomas Henson Co-Chair
Susan Baker
Karen McCulloch
Tami Guerrier
Pam Guthrie
Francesca Monachino
Johna Register-Mihalik
Mike Sink
Rick Von Linsowe
Wesley Cole
Kris Stroud
Leslie Johnson
Mysti Stewart
Board of Directors
Board & Staff
Staff
Raleigh 800-377-1464
Winston - Salem
336-713-8582
Charlotte 704-960-0561
Asheville 828-337-0208
Greenville 252-717-3347
Jonna Roy Business Manager
Karen Keating Resource Coordinator
Sandie Worthington Resource Coordinator
Kristina Wilhelmson Neuro Resource Facilitator
Cory Pierson Assistant Communications Coordinator
Kitty Barringer Assistant Resource Coordinator
Susan Fewell Outreach and Training
Cali Hussey Statewide Training Coordinator
Chelsie Rigsbee Outreach Coordinator
Peggy Nelson Assitant Resource Coordinator
Sally Rickard Resource Coordinator
Victoria Rockwell Assistant Communications Coordinator
Sandra Farmer President
2014
Sandra Farmer Executive Director/CEO, BIANC
Dear Friends and Colleagues,
Founded as a nonprofit in 1983 by the families of people with brain in-jury, the Brain Injury Association of North Carolina (BIANC) has pro-vided information, resources and support to many thousands of people. Over the years our mission has continued to grow, and today we edu-cate caregivers and clinicians, advocate for legislative change and col-laborate with researchers for new treatments in brain injury. As an affil-iate of the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA), we also partic-ipate in a nationwide network dedicated to the prevention of brain inju-ry and to the care, rehabilitation and support of approximately 1.7 mil-lion Americans who acquire a brain injury each year. Thanks to the efforts of BIANC, our community partners and your support, services for people with brain injury have improved over the years. As outgrowths of our work and your support, this year BIANC served more than 7,000 people through programs such as information and referrals, education and public awareness, annual professional and family conferences, Camp CareFree and local support groups. Addi-tionally, we worked with the Governor’s Brain Injury Advisory Council to advocate for a TBI Medicaid Waiver to be authorized by the NC General Assembly. The Waiver is in the process of being written and hopefully will be fully funded for implementation in 2016 As prevention gains a better foothold in society, we see that demon-strated through our own daily actions; as awareness of the causes of brain injury grows, we see that reflected through more services, better trained personnel and new protocols for treatment that make recovery possible. There remains an enormous amount of work to be done. Funding for rehabilitation services is being greatly diminished and peo-ple with brain injuries are being discharged from hospitals with only a few weeks of treatment. This is placing a greater burden on community resources and supports. As BIANC heads into its 31st year, we are grateful for those who have supported us all these years—from government agencies to our loyal donors and advocates. It is with your support that we are able to pro-vide help, hope and healing, be a voice for those with brain injury, change policy and save lives. Thank you. Sandra Farmer Executive Director Brain Injury Association of NC
Thomas Henson Co‐Chair, BIANC Board of Directors
Pier Tarrant Co‐Chair, BIANC Board of Directors
Event Sponsors
Asheville Tourist
Brain Injury Alliance of High Point
Carolinas Hyperbarics
Cone Health Inpatient Rehab
Cox Toyota
E CT Supplues
Big Bubbas BBQ
Greensboro Sports Commission
Healing Arts Massage School
Harris Teeter
Lippard Lodge
NC Neuropsychiatry
Pilot International
Pilot Clubs of North Carolina
Provident Living Inc
Sam’s Club
Senior Matters
Wake Med
Wal Mart of Henderson #1242
York Properties
Special Thanks The Brain Injury Association of North Carolina graciously thanks the
following individuals and organizations for their support.
Our Major Funders
NC Department of Health and Human Services Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse
Services Federal Health Resources and Services Administration
Corporate Sponsors
Charles G. Monnett, III and Associates www. carolinalaw.com
Carolinas Rehabilitation www.carolinasrehabilitation.org
HensonFuerst, PA www.lawmed.com
Law Offices of Michael A. DeMayo LLP www.demayolaw.com
Learning Services www.learningservices.com
CarePartners www.carepartners.org
Wake Forest Baptist Health www.wakehealth.com
Hinds’ Feet Farm www.hindsfeetfarm.org
Seven Lakes Eye Care www.sevenlakeseyecare.com
Neuro Community Care www.neurocc.com
Carolinas HealthCare System www.carolinashealthcare.org
American Materials, Co. Melvin Amos
Phil and Sandra Bailey Leigh and Patsy Balance
Lesa Ballman Bank of Carolinas
Jeffrey Batts Thomas and Mary Betts
Bill Black Chevrolet Cadillac Ben Mayo Boddie
Betsy Boddie Cindy Boyd
Tim and Laura Brown Irene Buehrle
Joe Bunn Erin Calo
Dan Chernesky Chif-fil-a
Patsy Clark Clifford Clendenin
Phyllis Cowell Gerals Cox
Dr. W.R Deans Maria Deariso
Margaret DeVine Brenda DeWaly
Robin Embry John Ferebee
Bill and Charlene Fisher Richard Fisher
Forest Hill United Methodist David Forsythe Fox-8 WGHP Lynne Garren
Jim and Liz Gehringer Liz Gibson
Ricky Gibson Rita Gillis
Lisa Gonzalez Dr. Ted Greve
Neal Hall Jerry Henderson
Carl and Alisha Hunnicut JB Wilkerson Foundation
Cindy Jones Jacquelyn Jones
Mike Keffer Julie Kirkland
Widgie Kornegay Heather Krietemeyer
Pepsi Bottling Ventures Lash & Associates Publishing
Latham Group Norman Latham
Debbie Leonhardt Abby Levenson
Melissa and Jon Lewis Betty Lillyquist
Jim Lippard Allison Lippard-Morris
Logan Stroud Foundation George and Becky Lowery Bob and Glady Marshall
Carla Marshburn Douglas Maynard
Stephanie McAdams John and Lynda McConnell
Karen McCulloch
Kristin McGowan Rhonda McNeil John Moloney
Francesca Monachino NC Orthotics & Prosthetics
Neuro Community Care Stephanie Nissen
Bob and Carol Ornitz David Oettinger
Oettinger and Company Vickie Pennington
Becky Phillips Will and Sherry Rogers
Sandra Schultz Elsie Scruggs Kris Shelton
Ronald Slayer Mysti Stewart Kris Stroud
Tommy and Kathy Thompson Gary and Jane Ulicny
Walmart Susan Walston
Garry and Virginia Ward WCNC-TV
Vida Calma Wellness Richard Weiss Tania Wells
Diane Westbrook Barry Westmoreland David Wiercisiewski
James and Mildred Wilkinson Charitable Trust
Winston-Salem Foundation
Special Thanks The Brain Injury Association of North Carolina graciously thanks the
following individuals and organizations for their support.
Donors
Achievements Education and Training
� 90 individuals attended BIANC’s Family
Conference in High Point
� 130 individuals attended our Annual
Professional Symposium in Charlotte
� 37 professionals attended one of three
Certified Brain Injury Specialist trainings
� A monthly eBlast news update was
distributed to an average of over 1,500 individuals.
� 88 Brain Injury Training sessions were
attended by over 5,500 individuals, including professionals, family members, survivors and caregivers.
� Starting Point, BIANC’s quarterly newslet-
ters were distributed to 2,500 members, support group members, and rehab profes-sionals
BIANC provided 3 CBIS training classes to train 37 new Certified Brain Injury Specialists. Thanks to our hosts for the training at Carolinas Rehabilitation, Vidant Health and Learning Ser-vices Corporation.
“I've been working with BIANC since I returned from the hospital in 2007 with my son who has a Traumatic Brain Injury from a vehicle accident. I had nowhere to go, no one to talk to. I contacted BIANC and they helped me establish not only the stepping stone to a great recovery for my son and family, but also opened a world of assistance and inspiration to help me find the call to assist other families in need. BIANC has been fabulous.” - Robin Totsch, Active Duty Marine and Mom
Outreach and Support � BIANC staff toured DVBIC at Fort Bragg
Army Base and a new TBI/Neuro group was started at the Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune
� Four support groups received grants for
local events from the Brain Injury Associ-ation of North Carolina
� 92 survivor assistance inquiries were
answered by BIANC
� 517 brain injury survivors and/or family
members were referred to local support groups
� 240 brain injury survivors, family
members, and volunteers attended Camp Carefree
� Local support groups held outings
attended by over 400 individuals
� BIANC staff responded to 3,427 resource
emails.
� BIANC Staff attended Brain Injury
Awareness Day on The Hill in Washing-ton DC in March of 2014
Achievements
“Being a member of my local support group was one of the most influential aspects of my life living with a TBI. This group helped improve my social, planning, and coordinating skills tremendous-ly in a supportive group setting! Its great knowing when I come to a meeting I can be myself and let my guard down. I love that judgment doesn't exist within the walls of the meeting. Everyone respects each others announced accomplishments, no matter how big or small they are. The group perspective is always looking at the cup half full!” -Jashun Gaddy , a member of the CABIA support group in Charlotte, NC
“Camp is about the atmosphere, the food, the company of other survivors, the great volunteers, and horseback riding!!! I can always count on a hot cup of coffee every morning at camp!! In fact...I have to say...What is there not to like about camp!” -Ricky Baker, Veteran Camper
Left to Right: Joey, Susan, Ricky and Hank Baker
Achievements Public Awareness and Prevention
� BIANC distributed updated Skill Packs to
Rehab hospitals and added it to website.
� BIANC made six media connections to
raise awareness
� Partnerships continue between BIANC and
30 Pilot Clubs across North Carolina to help with their “protecting your brain for life” mission
� A grant from The Winston Salem
Foundation funded BIANC’s fifth brain injury resource center at Wake Forest Baptist Health
� Six fundraising and awareness events had
over 2,000 participants
� BIANC exhibited at 12 conferences across
North Carolina reaching over 1,500 attendees
� www.bianc.net received 33,828 visitors and
889,185 website hits
� BIANC’s Facebook business page has
3,716 likes in 2014 and our Twitter page currently has 2,275 followers.
� 14 training on concussion recognition and
response app for iPhone and Andriod were
provided for more than 2,000 students and coaches
Professionally, I have found BIANC to be an excellent resource of infor-
mation about brain injury. Staff members have provided me bro-chures to share with patients and
family members, have shared infor-mation for presentations and have
facilitated CBIS training for some of our staff.
Thanks for all you do! Elizabeth T. Mumford, MA
Licensed Psychological Associate Wake Forest Baptist Health
The Brain Injury Association of NC provides professional support and
social opportunities for the survivors in our program. Also, the local Brain Injury Resource Center can provide information relevant to
any aspect of life to assist the survivor and their families. Thanks to BIANC.
Deborah Tuggle Program Director
Lippard Lodge
Advocacy
� BIANC staff helped facilitate quarterly
meetings of the NC Brain Injury Advisory Council
� MemberClicks, membership management
software, continued to offer online registrations for memberships and events
� The Brain Injury Association of North
Carolina currently has five Brain Injury Resource Centers in Raleigh, Asheville, Greenville, Winston Salem and Charlotte
� Over 100 individuals participated in an
education day at the NC Legislature and BIANC participated in the National Brain Injury Advocacy event in March
� The Brain Injury Association promoted the
development of day programs for brain injury survivors
� BIANC referred survivors/families to 14
Ombudsmen with personal brain injury experience for peer mentoring
� Over 40 individuals participated in our
ALSTARS program (Alliance of Legisla-tors and Survivors Together Achieving Responsible Services)
� 17 residential/rehab providers gathered to
learn about NC programs and share resources
Achievements
“As Chair of the Governor's BI Advisory Council, I appreciate BIANC's help with legislative advocacy and
education. My son had a cycling accident which resulted in a severe brain injury. We have been grateful to his team-
mates at The Capital Cycling Club for partnering with the Brain Injury Association of North Carolina to conduct the Ride for the Rock to promote brain injury awareness,
safety among cyclists, and to raise funds. There is so much more to be done to make North Carolina a good place for
those touched by brain injury.” -Carol Ornitz
Goals for 2015 and Beyond � Strive to see that brain injury is addressed in our health care system as a major public health
concern with significant financial and social impact � Provide training and support for Military service members and their families � Support activities, programs, and services that will enhance access to appropriate, timely, and
affordable treatment to improve systems of care � Partner with Pilot Clubs of North Carolina and other advocacy groups to increase brain injury
awareness and prevention activities and sponsor Camp Carefree weekend retreat � Provide specialized training that will better equip North Carolina schools to appropriately
serve children with a brain injury in the classroom � Increase our outreach to youth sport groups to address the need for information about concus-
sion prevention and post-concussion care � Provide tools for support group leaders to help with programs targeting specific behaviors and
issues for survivors and family members � Address the need for additional health and wellness retreats for people with brain injuries � Expand legislative initiatives to educate elected officials about the need for additional re-
sources and services
My work with the Brain Injury Association of North Carolina has enabled me to spread public awareness about the frequency and dangers of brain injuries to people all across North Carolina and the surrounding states. I was able to address some of the main issues of brain injuries and talk about my per-sonal experience on the national stage in Virginia Beach, on live television for WBTV Charlotte, and in numerous local newspapers and magazines.—Monica Mayer, Miss North Carolina Teen American 2014
The Brain Injury Association of North Carolina PO Box 10912 Raleigh, NC 27605
Asheville - April 11, 2015 Concord - April 19, 2015 Triangle - April 25, 2015 Triad - May 2, 2015
A series of walks to benefit the Brain Injury Association of North Carolina
For more information and to learn how to register: www.bianc.net or 800-377-1464
Brain Injury is the last thing on your mind…
until it’s the only thing on your mind.
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