Community Stories
Sharing Strength, Hope, and Resilience
Every brain injury journey is unique, but no one has to walk it alone. This Community Stories space where those living with a brain injury, caregivers, and loved ones share their experiences - the challenges, the victories, and everything in between.
By reading these stories, we hope you’ll find connection, encouragement, and hope from those who truly understand. And if you're ready, we invite you to share your own journey to inspire and support others.
How Community Stories work
Each story is created through a small set of guided reflection questions. Contributors choose what to answer and what to leave out.
Jeffrey Esposito: Life Changed After Brain Injury
Don’t Give Up: Jeffrey Espocito’s TBI Recovery Story
Ross Burger: One Step at a Time After Brain Injury
Just Keep Stepping: Ross Burger’s ABI Recovery Story
Heidi Rivera: A Mother’s Life as a Brain Injury Caregiver
Hope means persevering through difficult times: Heidi Rivera’s Brain Injury Journey as a Mother & Caregiver
Karen Hess: Learning to Live With a Changed Life After Brain Injury
Overcoming Pain with Purpose: Karen Hess’ Brain Injury Journey
Rob Baugh: Helping Others Shine After Brain Injury
Overcoming Pain with Purpose: Rob Baugh’s Brain Injury Journey
Stefanie Beeney: When Brain Injury Changed My Identity
Overcoming Pain with Purpose: Stefanie Beeney’s Brain Injury Journey