For brain injury survivors and families to be seen, heard, loved, supported, and never alone.

Hope Survives exists to provide a lifeline for brain injury survivors and their loved ones, fostering a compassionate community that promotes healing and wellness.

We believe that every survivor deserves to be seen, supported, and empowered on their journey. Through connection, resources, and programs, we’re here to remind survivors and families that they are never alone.

Whether you’re a survivor, a loved one, or someone who wants to make a difference, there’s a place for you here. Explore our programs, get involved, or support our mission today.

You are not alone.

New Podcast Episode:
learn about Tools for Healing with Dr. Jeremy Schmoe!

Shop For Hope:
hats available until March 31!

Register & instantly receive the concert stream playback to celebrate Brain Injury Awareness Month & the launch of our nonprofit!

Find Hope & Community in Our Support Groups

Join a group of people who understand your experience. There’s a place for everyone!

Hope After Head Injury

Brain Injury Support Group for Survivors (family welcome)

Found Connection

A Brain Injury Support Group for Survivors without Support

Renewed by Faith

Brain Injury Support Group for Survivors & Family

Hope for Couples

Brain Injury Support Group for Couples

Hope for Family

Brain Injury Support Group for Family, Loved Ones, & Caregivers

Upcoming Workshops

  • This two-part workshop is designed to support brain injury survivors and their families in processing grief, fostering connection, and finding strength together.

    Click here to join us for an inspiring panel discussion and a transformative support group experience.

  • Join us for a workshop designed specifically for brain injury survivors and their families, featuring guest speaker Dr. Alicia Britt Chole (Dr. ABC), author of The Night is Normal: A Guide Through Spiritual Pain. This workshop offers an opportunity to explore the often-overlooked spiritual and emotional challenges through grief that accompany brain injuries. You are not alone in this.

    Click here for more details.

  • This six-week workshop offers brain injury survivors and their families a guided scripture study and supportive community discussions to strengthen faith, find encouragement, and navigate healing together.

    Click here to join us for an inspiring workshop experience.

New from Hope Survives

Every brain injury journey is unique, but no one has to navigate it alone. Our new Stories of Hope series highlights the resilience, struggles, and victories of survivors and their families, offering encouragement, connection, and hope through real-life experiences.

We recently earned a Candid Silver Seal of Transparency! Check out our Candid Profile to keep up to date with our impact. Keep this link handy, we want to make sure you always have the information you need to support our work with trust and confidence.

Hope Survives: Official Launch Announcement

Hope Survives is officially launching as a nonprofit dedicated to empowering brain injury survivors and their families with resources, community, and hope. Read our official announcement to learn more about our mission and how we’re making an impact!

Brain injury survivors & their families often face isolation, but in this episode, Cristabelle sits down with Jasmine Balignasay-Chavez, Managing Director of Hope Survives, to discuss the power of connection, support, and hope in the healing journey.

Thank You to Our Sponsors.

Together, we are improving lives for brain injury survivors and their loved ones.

  • “[The podcast] has taught me so many things about concussions, TBIs, and post-concussion syndrome. These episodes help me know what questions to ask my doctor.” 

    Anonymous, Brain Injury Survivor

  • “I've learned ways to communicate with others.” 

    Tami N. 

  • “It’s a big deal knowing others are dealing with similar issues in this life.” 

    Mary T. 

  • “It’s been helpful to hear other people stories because I can relate and it makes me feel less alone.”

    Anonymous, Brain Injury Survivor

  • “I feel more at ease since discovering Hope Survives. I realized that I'm not alone in this journey and have learned lots.”

    Marisol M. 

  • “Hearing from others who are experiencing the same thing helped me know that I'm not alone.”

    Enid A. 

  • “It feels great to be part of a supportive group and not feel so alone.” 

    Lisa F. 

  • “I felt scared about how long it is going to take to heal but I felt surrounded by people who would support and help me though the journey.” 

    Daphna S. 

  • “This group has been nothing but supportive and that is what makes us all a community.” 

    Rob B. 

  • “This group has helped me because I know there are others going through similar things and we can share our stories.”

    Rachel B. 

  • “I like to know that their are others out there like me. I also like to hear how far people have come!”

    Olivia W.

  • “Listening to others testimonies is encouraging for my own journey.”

    Andrew R. 

  • “This community has educated me about TBI recovery and rehabilitation practitioners, and the varying issues that brain injuries can cause.” 

    Alison M. 

  • “They are helping me better understand the complexity of brain injury & the many devastating emotions we share.” 

    Janice G. 

  • “I felt seen and understood for the first time.” 

    Jami H. 

  • “[I] feel like I've learned things and it's only the first group I have attended.” 

    Charlotte E. 

  • “The community has helped me accept my own struggles and not dismiss them due to the fact that I know others suffer more than I do. It feels good to be seen and understood.”

    Teresa A. 

  • “I have found great joy and encouragement in hearing from others who understand brain injury! There is something about sharing my everyday struggle with those who get it, that helps me to not feel alone.” 

    Danielle T. 

  • “The community has helped me and encouraged me.”

    Reiny H. 

  • “It is super helpful to have people who can relate with us and have been through it too.” 

    Diane H. 

  • “The population of others suffering from post concussion syndrome seems so small and I wish more understood this - even doctors - but I'm grateful for the stories to know I'm not crazy!”

    Anonymous

  • “My husband listened to the podcast - it is so amazing for us to hear from others who have shared their experiences and we don't feel so alone.”

    Tami N. 

  • “It has helped me with accepting my injury and moving forward.” 

    Marisol M. 

  • “This group gave me a sense of community, understanding, and love I have not had since my injury.” 

    Daphna S. 

  • “These groups are very welcoming because we are all treated like “family” and are uplifting.” 

    Rachel B. 

  • “This group not only validated my symtoms and feelings but allowed me to know where and who I should be persuing in my recovery journey.” 

    Alison M. 

  • “This community is helping me accept my brain injury & giving me ideas on how to cope with brain injury on a daily bases in practical and emotional ways.” 

    Jami H. 

  • “I love that these groups are welcoming, non judging and no pressure. You can participate as little or as much as you can.”

    Anonymous

  • “I learn something new everything I listen. It's good to know that we're not alone.”

    Tami N.