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Missouri Traumatic Brain Injury Project 2021-2026

Contact Information:

Kelli Barton
[email protected]
816-235-8845

Project Description:

The overall goal of this project is to create and strengthen person-centered, culturally competent systems of services and supports that maximize the independence and overall health and well-being of people with TBI across the lifespan and the people who support them. Objectives include: Objective #1: To enhance collaborations and provide ongoing input and advice to support the development of this project through the MBIAC and other strategic partnerships. Objective #2: To implement a comprehensive, culturally competent Missouri State Plan. Objective #3: To enhance the capacity of professionals to support TBI survivors. Objective #4: To provide culturally competent educational opportunities and resources to TBI survivors and families. Objective #5: To increase capacity in statewide resource facilitation services. Objective #6: To increase the capacity of state grantees through national collaboration with TBI Grantee Workgroups and attending national or regional TBI-related conferences convened by ACL. Objective #7: To promote continuous quality improvement through evaluation of outcomes and processes and ensure sustainability of project efforts.

Keyword(s):

cultural competence; traumatic brain injury

Core Function(s):

Performing Research or Evaluation

Area of Emphasis

Quality of Life

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Legislators/Policy Makers

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Other

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State