For anyone navigating life after brain injury to be seen, heard, loved, supported, and never alone.

You are not alone.

Hope Survives exists to provide a lifeline for anyone navigating brain injury, fostering a compassionate community that promotes healing and wellness. We serve individuals and loved ones impacted by any type of brain injury: post-concussion, TBI, ABI, stroke, aneurysm, and more.

We believe that every individual impacted by brain injury, including every family member, deserves to be seen, supported, and empowered on their journey. Through connection, resources, and programs, we’re here to empower them to know that they are never alone.

Whether you are a someone going through brain injury, 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.

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Hope After Head Injury

for individuals who have experienced any type of brain injury

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Found Connection

for those living with a brain injury
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Renewed by Faith

for Survivors & Family looking for Spiritual Support

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Hope for Couples

for Couples

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Hope for Family

for Family, Loved Ones, & Caregivers

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Virtual
Programs

with our global brain injury community!

  • This expert-led video series explores functional neurology - an innovative, whole-brain approach to recovery.

    Through short, accessible lessons, you'll learn practical ways to identify symptoms, support healing, and advocate for care - whether you’re a survivor or a family member.

    💙 This series is made possible through the generous support of The Functional Neurology Center.

    More info & sign up here.

  • Brain Injury Bible Study

    Thursdays at 2pm ET - December 11 & 18

    During this difficult time of year for many, join an encouraging community of spiritual support to draw our focus on the Light of the World and the hope we have in Christ leading into Christmas.

    Join us for a 2 part Advent series where we will study John 1:1-18. You will be emailed study materials, and join an uplifting group on zoom where you’re welcome to simply listen (camera on or off) or participate via video.

    Open to anyone navigating brain injury - individuals, couples, and families. You are not alone!

    Register Here

  • This gentle workshop is designed to help you shift the lens from what has been lost to what you still carry, what you appreciate about who you are now, and the small joys that lighten your days. Together, we’ll ease into the year with grounding reflection and a simple creative activity called The Hope Map.

    Designed for everyone on the brain injury journey: individuals, family members, and loved ones. Whether you come alone or together with loved ones, you’ll be welcomed with kindness and community.

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  • This free workshop is a space for anyone navigating brain injury - including family members & loved ones - to explore your voice with support and guidance. Together, we’ll talk about simple ways to share your story safely, meaningfully, and in a way that feels true to you. We’ll also introduce a new way to share written stories with the Hope Survives community.

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  • In this practical and encouraging workshop, Laura will guide participants at a brain injury friendly pace through the essentials of communicating your voice and crafting a thoughtful, compelling writing submission that will be eligible to publish on Hope Survives through the upcoming Contributor Program.

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    This workshop is designed for all experience levels - no writing background required. If you have a story, reflection, or perspective to share, this session will help you put it into words.

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  • Join us for a special free art workshop designed for brain injury survivors and their families. Art is a powerful tool for healing, self-expression, and connection, and this workshop offers a welcoming space to create, learn, and share your story through art.

    All experience levels welcome! Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or have years of experience, this workshop is designed to be accessible and engaging for everyone.

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Stay tuned - more coming soon!

Providing practical tools, educational interviews, and inspirational stories, Hope Survives Brain Injury Podcast has been serving the brain injury community since 2020. Hosted by Hope Survives founder Cristabelle Braden, this is an uplifting podcast to bring hope to your darkest days.

Each episode brings honest insights, shared struggles, and reminders that you’re not alone. Tune in wherever you listen to podcasts.

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New from Hope Survives

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Join our new, free Hope Survives Community Portal - a supportive space built for those impacted by brain injury and their loved ones. Get gentle reminders, share encouragement, access resources, and find your people.

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 all those navigating life with brain injury, offering encouragement, connection, and hope through real-life experiences.

We recently earned a Candid Platinum 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 & confidence.

Those living with a Brain injury & 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.


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