With the holiday season here, the Crumley House Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center is thrilled to announce its annual Season of Giving campaign. Running now through December 31, this initiative offers community members a chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals living with traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Through several giving options, supporters can help The Crumley House reach its 2024 fundraising goals and provide life-enriching programs for its members year-round. … [Read more...]
Vietnam War Veteran and Crumley House Cofounder Steve Barrett Completes Honor Flight Journey to Washington, D.C.
As Veteran’s Day approaches, our nation takes time to honor the bravery and sacrifices of the men and women who have served in the armed forces. For many, these moments of recognition bring forth memories of service, camaraderie, and sometimes loss. For U.S. Army Vietnam War veteran and Crumley House Cofounder Steve Barrett, these memories are not bound to a single day—they remain vivid and enduring. Recently, Barrett was among a group of approximately twenty veterans from the Appalachian Highlands region who participated in an Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. The Honor Flight of the Appalachian Highlands is a branch of the national Honor Flight Network, a program dedicated to transporting veterans to the nation’s capital to visit the memorials built to honor their service and sacrifice. This journey offered Barrett and his fellow veterans a moment to reflect, remember, and receive long-overdue recognition. … [Read more...]
Coping with Traumatic Brain Injuries in the Aftermath of Natural Disasters like Hurricane Helene
From Florida to our home here in Appalachia, the recent devastation caused by Hurricane Helene has added immense stress and uncertainty to the lives of so many. Obviously, these will be compounded as Hurricane Milton tears through Florida this week. When natural disasters strike, everyone is affected in some way, but for individuals living with a traumatic brain injury (TBI), the effects can be particularly overwhelming. For those with TBIs and their caregivers, this stress can have a magnified impact, making it more difficult to manage day-to-day functions. … [Read more...]
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