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Looking for a fun night out that also makes a difference? Join us at Segra Park for a special night of baseball, community, and giving back. For every ticket purchased through our special link, $5 will be donated directly to BIASC. Tuesday, August 26 • 7:05 p.m. Segra Park 1640 Freed St., Columbia, SC    Buy Tickets Now! Our Yoga Classes are Now Easier to Join.  BIASC hosts virtual chair yoga classes every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m.  Sign up now and receive the link to join. This FREE event connects survivors, caregivers, and professionals with local service providers, state disability agencies, and valuable resources and information for the lifespan of disability. Register Now! Sunday, August 24 • 2—6 p.m. Greenville Convention Center 1 Exposition Drive, Greenville, SC Six Pillars of a Healthy Brain Join BI survivor and advocate Luke Bohnenberger as he shares the Six Pillars of a Healthy Brain in this inspiring online presentation. Packed with practical tips like the "two-minute rule" for exercise and the power of oxytocin for healing, this talk empowers survivors, caregivers, and families to embrace a purposeful journey toward resilience. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore science-backed strategies for brain health! September 2 • 10 a.m.  No registration required. Join using this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83875073490 Get a $25 Bonus with Palmetto ABLE! Open and fund a Palmetto ABLE account in August with just $25 and you could receive a $25 bonus from STABLE Account. It’s a simple way to start saving and celebrate ABLE Savings Month! Learn more. Survivor Story: Cinelle Barnes While working on a travel essay, writer Cinelle Barnes experienced a life-altering brain aneurysm. In an instant, she lost her ability to see and move — but not her voice. Her essay, a reflection on healing, identity, and place, was published less than a year later in Travel + Leisure. Read Cinelle's Story. _________________________________________ Submit your survivor story for the opportunity to be featured in this newsletter, on our website, or in our socials.  FREE Online Course NextSteps is a free 6-week online course to help you manage life after a serious injury. Learn valuable skills such as emotional adjustment, breaking cycles of anxiety, and building a healthy support system. The next course begins August 27th! Register Now Research Study: Headaches Do pounding headaches keep you from reaching your goals? Do you have a history of head injury? You may qualify for a new clinical trial for service members, veterans, and civilians. MTBI2 is looking for volunteers to test an online post-traumatic headache program. Participation is 100% remote. Learn more. Call/text 301-461-4322 or email AMMO@usuhs.edu for more information! New Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) Established The department provides services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, and substance use disorders through a holistic, streamlined, and coordinated approach. Learn More. Supporting Students with Concussions Back-to-School Teacher Resources BIASC offers resources for teachers and school staff to recognize concussion symptoms, adjust academic expectations, and provide tailored support to help students thrive. REAP Manual - in English and Spanish Teacher Acute Concussion Tool (TACT) Contact BIASC to arrange training for you and your staff.  BIASC Quick Links BI Survivor Resources Support Groups – Virtual and In-Person SC State Museum Accessibility Mornings 2025 Online BI Survivor Series Keep up with all the happenings on our calendar of events.

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