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 neurological conditions.
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.
Find Hope & Community
Join a group of people who understand your experience. There’s a place for everyone!
Hope After Head Injury
for individuals who have experienced any type of brain injury
Found Connection
for those living with a brain injury
without a support system
Renewed by Faith
for anyone navigating brain injury & their loved ones looking for spiritual support
Hope for Couples
for Couples navigating brain injury together
Hope for Family
for Family Members, Partners/Spouses, Parents, Loved Ones, & Caregivers
Virtual
Programs
with our global brain injury community!
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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.
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What we eat and how our bodies process food can influence many parts of our wellbeing, including brain health. The connection between the gut and the brain is an emerging area of research that many families navigating brain injury are curious about.
This virtual workshop offers a practical introduction to the gut–brain connection and how the microbiome may play a role in overall brain health.
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Changes in communication - such as difficulty finding words, understanding others, or expressing thoughts - can be one of the most frustrating and isolating parts of recovery. This session offers a practical, supportive introduction to why these changes happen and what can help in everyday interactions.
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Money Skills for a Stronger You
Financial wellness plays a meaningful role in overall stability, confidence, and daily life. For individuals and families navigating the impacts of brain injury, managing finances can feel overwhelming at times.
This virtual series offers a clear, supportive introduction to practical money skills - designed to reduce stress and build confidence over time.
Whether you’re managing your own finances or supporting a loved one, you’re welcome here. Together, we’ll explore actionable strategies to help you feel more in control of your financial life.
This series is offered free of charge thanks to the generous support of First Commonwealth Federal Credit Union.
Session 1: May 21, 2026
Session 2: May 28, 2026
Session 3: June 4, 2026
Session 4: June 11, 2026
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After brain injury, the way we express ourselves can shift. Sometimes conversations move quickly, emotions feel big, or the things we want to say don’t fit neatly into everyday language.
Creative writing can open new doors.
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Because healing happens in community - and so does laughter.
This event lives out our core values: we truly want everyone to have a space where they experience community with compassion. Whether you come regularly or drop in once in a while, your presence matters.
We can’t wait to connect with you. 💙
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After a brain injury, even familiar daily tasks can feel confusing, overwhelming, or out of reach. This interactive workshop helps anyone navigating brain injury, their caregivers/family members, and clinicians explore how to rebuild effective strategies for getting things done - one step at a time.
Through guided self-observation and practical planning tools, participants learn how to create personalized “maps” for task completion. These maps turn complex routines into manageable, repeatable processes that fit each person’s unique strengths and challenges.
Led by Stacia Bissel & Katya Bowen
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April – June 2026
Registration is closed.
A 10-week small group experience for people navigating life after brain injury.
Shared conversation. Steady presence. Community support. -
Thursdays at 2pm ET:
April 16, April 30, May 14Join our Brain Injury Bible Study community for a three-part virtual series as we explore the gift of the Armor of God.
Stay tuned - more coming soon!
Visit our Resource Hub for downloadable resources that can help you & your family through the journey of living with brain injury!
The Hope Collective gathers the voices and creative expressions of our community reflecting the complexity and resilience of life after brain injury.
On the Podcast…
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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