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Project

Traumatic & Acquired Brain Injury Advisory Council

Center:

AK-Center for Human Development, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2022

Contact Information:

Karen Heath, MS
[email protected]
907-264-6273

Project Description:

This project funds a research professional position to support the Statewide Traumatic and Acquired Brain Injury (TABI) Advisory Council. This position is responsible for supporting the Brain Injury Program Director in coordination between the TABI Advisory Council and Trust, including gathering data for reporting, coordinating advocacy and planning, and preparing grant progress reports to the TABI Advisory Council and Trust. This position acts as a liaison with other beneficiary boards and injury prevention groups, leads TABI state plan development and implementation activities, and participates in developing joint advocacy efforts and collaborative projects.

Keyword(s):

Traumatic Brain Injury, TBI, Advisory Council

Core Function(s):

Developing & Disseminating Information

Area of Emphasis

Health-Related Activities

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities, Legislators/Policy Makers, General Public

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

None

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State