San Diego Brain Injury Foundation

04/16/2026

THIS Saturday from 10-12, Dr. Pang, of Pang Physical Therapy, will be talking about the issues brain injury survivors can have with headaches and dizziness, and things the can do to help overcome them.

In this session, he will discuss the latest research, talk about his physical therapy multi-systems approach to treat headaches and dizziness, and give practical insights that patients can turn into actionable steps for recovery.

Join us in-person at Liberty Station Barracks 16 or online via Zoom. Go to the SDBIF website for more specific information: https://hubs.li/Q04cgYHy0

04/09/2026

It’s not too late to sign up for Friday’s SDBIF Family, Friends & Caregiver Support Group! Join us on Zoom from 2–3:30 PM (PST)—a few spots are still available.

If you’re a family member, friend, or caregiver of someone with a brain injury, this is a safe and supportive space to connect. Share experiences, exchange helpful tips, and find encouragement from others who understand.

Reserve your spot today by clicking the link below:
https://hubs.li/Q04bh30-0

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Caregiver/Friend/Family Support Group. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

03/21/2026

Every year we ALWAYS look forward to the donuts Thorson Law Group, Ltd. has at the surviveHEADSTRONG Health Fair exhibitor booth...but it looks like Cassandra is excited about them too! Be sure to visit their booth tomorrow to get yours!

03/20/2026

The surviveHEADSTRONG San Diego event presented by Thorson Law Group, Ltd. is TOMORROW!!!! Can you believe it?!?!?!?

SO, if you HAVEN'T registered yet, you can online until 7pm (PST) TONIGHT. Here's the link: https://hubs.li/Q047Lkjt0
We will also accept walk-up registrations tomorrow morning starting at 8am at the event.

if you HAVE registered...THANK YOU!!! This month is all about raising Brain Injury Awareness so please SHARE this post and TALK about your story! United, our voices become a powerful tool for brain injury advocacy.

DETAILS about tomorrows event:
LOCATION: Mission Bay Park De Anza Cove
SCHEDULE:
8 am—Registration opens
8-9 am—Team Photos & Health Fair
9-9:15 am—Warm-up
9:15 am—Walk & Roll Starts
12 pm—Raffle & Health Fair
1(ish) pm—surviveHEADSTRONG San Diego concludes

If you have questions, please call out office line at (619) 294-6541.

03/20/2026

We’re proud to celebrate and thank NeuroRestorative for their continued support, sponsorship, and the truly impactful role they play in brain injury recovery. Their commitment to providing essential rehabilitation services makes a meaningful difference in the lives of survivors every day.

NeuroRestorative offers a full continuum of high-quality, effective care for individuals of all ages with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and other complex medical conditions. From speech-language pathology and occupational therapy to amputee care and enriching social and recreational programs, their services are a vital part of our community.

To learn more about NeuroRestorative’s locations and services, visit: https://hubs.li/Q047K78y0

Join us this Saturday at the 2026 SDBIF surviveHEADSTRONG San Diego Walk 7 Health Fair presented by Thorson Law Group, Ltd. to celebrate and thank NeuroRestorative for all they do to support and strengthen our community!

03/20/2026

We are incredibly grateful to celebrate Thorson Law Group, Ltd. and their unwavering dedication to SDBIF and the entire brain injury community. Their passion and commitment continue to make a meaningful impact.

For the second year in a row, they have stepped up in a BIG way as the TITLE Sponsor of the 2026 surviveHEADSTRONG San Diego Walk & Health Fair—an incredible show of their ongoing support and belief in our mission. As they share, “We believe that people who have suffered brain injuries—and those who care for them—deserve to feel protected, supported, and advocated for. We are committed to fighting for the treatment and compensation they deserve.”

If you or someone you know needs legal guidance or representation, we wholeheartedly recommend Cassandra Thorson and her team—they will stand by you every step of the way. Just listen to her message in the video about why she loves SDBIF and the brain injury community.

To learn more about their services, come out to the walk and visit their booth at the Health Fair, or go to their website: https://hubs.li/Q047JKNd0

03/19/2026

A longtime supporter of SDBIF, the brain injury community, and the surviveHEADSTRONG San Diego event, South Bay Rehabilitation Center at Paradise Valley Hospital continue to make a meaningful impact. This year, they are sponsoring the participant number cards and will also be exhibiting at the Health Fair to showcase their vital, specialized services for brain injury survivors.

Their inpatient and outpatient programs offer a comprehensive range of treatments tailored to each individual, with a focus on restoring independence and improving quality of life.

Learn more by joining us at the surviveHEADSTRONG event & Health Fair presented by Thorson Law Group, Ltd. this Saturday, or visit: https://hubs.li/Q047vdTS0

Join us in showing appreciation to Paradise Valley Hospital and South Bay Rehabilitation Center for their continued dedication to making brain injury recovery possible.

03/19/2026

A HUGE Shout Out to all of the exhibitors that will be at the 2026 SDBIF surviveHEADSTRONG San Diego Walk & Health Fair presented by Thorson Law Group, Ltd.THIS Saturday!!!

There are soooo many resources that our brain injury community has access to...we thank each of these exhibitors for taking the time to share how their products and services make a difference in brain injury recovery journeys!

Thorson Law Group, Ltd.
NeuroRestorative
South Bay Rehabilitation Center at Paradise Valley Hospital
Oliver Rhodes (also leading our warm up!)
Challenged Sailors San Diego
San Diego College of Continuing Education ABI Program
Laboratory for the Brain Dynamics of Language SDSU SDSU School of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
NeuroLab 360 Rehabilitation and Wellness
Vivistim
UC San Diego Health Program for Active Living & Support (PALS)
Kindred Hospital San Diego

If you want to be a part of the surviveHEADSTRONG celebration, there's ONE MORE DAY to register and donate online (or just register at the event in the morning!). Just go to https://hubs.li/Q047v9-r0

03/18/2026

The SDBIF surviveHEADSTRONG San Diego Walk & Health Fair presented by Thorson Law Group, Ltd. is such a special event because it unites all of our voices to raise awareness for brain injury. And the DeRose Foundation is one of the sponsors that we want to give give our thanks to.

Robert and Susan DeRose started the DeRose Foundation to make contributions to research involving effects of trauma caused brain injuries, rehabilitation, and supports local arts & education. The have sponsored MANY of the SDBIF events, but this year, stepped up in a BIG way by being our Water Bottle Sponsor!

So, help us thank Robert and Susan DeRose for all that they do by commenting here and showing up THIS SATURDAY to get a 2026 surviveHEADSTRONG San Diego water bottle sponsored by the DeRose Foundation!

TO REGISTER to attend this year's event, go to: https://hubs.li/Q047srq50

11/06/2025

Our friends at the San Diego Parks and Recreation Department are planning a FREE Fun Sports Day on Friday, November 21st. Don't miss out!

Get your best game-face on and join us for Sports Day! Please bring a sack lunch, water, and feel free to dress in your favorite team's attire. Please wear close-toed shoes. Meet at Park de la Cruz Community Center, 3901 Landis St.

Register with this link: https://hubs.li/Q03RYDKs0

Contact Alicia Bianchi at 619.525.8247 if you have any questions.

10/24/2025

Are you a brain injury survivor in San Diego that would like to have fun painting with other survivors? Then sign up to join the IN-PERSON SDBIF Day of Art with Lovejoy on Friday, November 7 from 12-2. It is FREE and all the art supplies will be provided to you.

There are only 10 spots left—but we ask that you only sign up if you are sure that you can join us in-person on November 7. If you would like to learn more about the event and sign up, please go to this link: https://hubs.li/Q03Q5FJ80

Our Day of Art event is for brain injury survivors to learn basic art techniques that are both therapeutic and FUN!

10/21/2025

It was several weeks ago, but we wanted to share some AMAZING photos from the 2025 Friendriaser.

We can't thank all our artists, attendees, our sponsors and honorary committee members enough for making this event so special!