Traumatic Brain Injury Project Brochure - English

TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY PROJECT

ABOUT US
DISABILITY RIGHTS OREGON (DRO) promotes OPPORTUNITY, ACCESS & CHOICE for individuals with disabilities.  We assist people with legal representation, advice and information designed to help solve problems directly related to their disabilities.  All of our services are confidential and free of charge.

TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY (TBI)
TBI is a brain injury resulting from an external physical force.  People with TBI can experience changes in how they act, move, think and learn.  TBI can affect every aspect of life.  Each individual’s needs are unique and can change over time.  People with TBI require a wide range of services that are flexible enough to meet their needs.

HOW WE CAN HELP
The TBI Project helps people with brain injuries who are having trouble getting health benefits, services and supports.

WE CAN HELP NAVIGATE AND ADDRESS THESE CHALLENGES.

Eligibility standards for Medicaid programs serving people with TBI are complicated, and there are significant gaps in those services.

Our TBI Project can help if you are having trouble getting:

In-home support services or residential care
Health care coverage, including mental health services
Special education services

We also investigate reports of abuse and neglect.

Also, we advocate for public policies that:

Allow people with TBI to receive appropriate services and supports within their own community
Increase the quality, availability and effectiveness of health programs and services for people with TBI

TRAININGS
We hold regular trainings on the rights of people with TBI.

WE EXPLAIN THE CURRENT SERVICES & SUPPORT SYSTEMS AVAILABLE UNDER FEDERAL & STATE LAW.

Our trainings are available upon request to people with TBI, their family members, service providers, and employers.  Please contact us to request a training.

RESOURCES
Brain Injury Association of Oregon
 Voice: 503-740-3155 or 1-800-544-5243

Oregon Brain Injury Resource Network
Voice: 503-413-7707 or 1-877-872-7246

Oregon’s Department of Human Services
Voice: 503-945-5944
TTY: 503-945-6214

Oregon’s Independent Living (IL) Centers

Oregon’s Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Services
Voice: 1-877-277-0513
TTY: 1-866-801-0130

US Department of Veterans Affairs
 Voice: 1-800-827-1000
TDD: 1-800-829-4833

FUNDING
Major funding for the Traumatic Brain Injury Project at Disability Rights Oregon is provided by the US Department of Health & Human Services, Health Resources & Services Administration, Maternal & Child Health Bureau.  The contents of this publication are the sole responsibility of Disability Rights Oregon and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Health Resources & Services Administration.

DONATIONS
Disability Rights Oregon is tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.  Contributions are tax-deductible.

GRIEVANCE PROCESS
Disability Rights Oregon has a formal client grievance (appeal) process.  Details and forms are available upon request.

CONTACT US
DISABILITY RIGHTS OREGON
620 SW Fifth Avenue, Suite 500
Portland, OR 97204
Voice: 503-243-2081 or 1-800-452-1694
TTY: 503-323-9161 or 1-800-556-5351
Fax: 503-243-1738
E-mail: welcome@disabilityrightsoregon.org
Website: www.disabilityrightsoregon.org

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