BRAVE Program

Traumatic Brain Injury Clinic for Veterans and First Responders

01/12/2026

Many veterans and first responders live with symptoms that come from the overlap of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and PTSD. Because these injuries are often invisible, they’re easy to dismiss - by others and by ourselves.

🎥 In this video, we explain how mTBI and PTSD can show up in everyday life, why the symptoms overlap, and why understanding what’s happening in your brain matters.

At the BRAVE Program (Building Resilience through Action in Veterans and First Responders), we specialize in helping veterans and first responders make sense of these symptoms and find a path forward - no matter when the injury happened.

👉 If this resonates with you, know this:
Your symptoms are real. Help is available. And you deserve care.

01/08/2026

🎥 Ever been told “you just got your bell rung”?
Let’s talk about what that really means, especially for Veterans and First Responders.... Welcome to our TEDTALK..

A mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), like a concussion, can leave lasting effects that aren’t always visible. The symptoms often overlap with PTSD. Anxiety, trouble sleeping, memory issues, irritability, dizziness, mood changes, all these can all be part of a brain injury and can look a lot like the psychological effects of trauma. 🤯

👉 This video breaks down how these symptoms connect, why they matter, and how understanding them is the first step toward healing.

Whether you’ve experienced a bump, blast, fall, or repetitive sub-concussive impacts over time . It’s not weakness to seek answers. It’s strength. 💪

BRAVE is one of the only programs of its kind in the Midwest and we were created specifically to treat brain injuries in veterans and first responders, regardless of discharge status, insurance, or how long ago the injury happened.

📞 Ready to learn more or start your path to recovery? Visit our website or reach out. You are not alone.

01/06/2026

📣 BRAVE was in Detroit! 🏀

We had a great time at the "Hoops4Troops" MotorCity Cruise game in Detroit, MI ! 🏀

✨ BRAVE was honored to have an info table at the event, where we connected with so many incredible people and shared our mission to support Military Veterans and First Responders!

A huge thank you to the MotorCity Cruise organization for hosting such a meaningful event and creating space to celebrate and support our service members. 🙌

We also want to express our deep appreciation to the team at Wayne State University Veterans Resource Center! Your work for veterans and service members is truly inspiring, and we are grateful for your partnership and dedication. 🎖️

Together, we continue to build resilience through action and bring awareness to the challenges and triumphs of our veteran and first responder communities. 💪

01/02/2026

New year. Same mission.

Helping veterans and first responders move from survival mode to truly thriving.

If you’re having trouble sleeping or waking up exhausted, having the feeling of being on edge, or struggling to focus, anxierty, suffering mood changes and irritability - it may not be “just stress.” Your brain could be asking for support.

At BRAVE, we help uncover what’s often unseen and we guide healing, no matter when the injury occurred.

You don’t have to navigate this alone.

BRAVE is here for you.

👉 Curious if BRAVE might be right for you? Learn more about the program and your next steps at our website @ https://www.mcw.edu/departments/wisconsin-institute-of-neuroscience-wins/brave-program

01/01/2026

🎉 Happy New Year from the BRAVE Program! 🎉

As we reflect on 2025, we are incredibly grateful for the people who make BRAVE possible! Our participants, our dedicated staff, and our partners at Avalon Action Alliance- your trust, commitment, and support continue to move this work forward.

As we look ahead to 2026, we’re excited to welcome the next group of Veterans and First Responders ready to take the next step in their recovery.

👉 If you or someone you know is considering applying to the BRAVE Program, now is the time.

Applications are open, and our team is ready to connect, answer questions, and help you determine if BRAVE is the right fit. Learn more and apply here: https://www.mcw.edu/departments/wisconsin-institute-of-neuroscience-wins/brave-program

Here’s to healing, resilience, and new beginnings in the year ahead. 💙

12/23/2025

We had an amazing time giving back with our BRAVE Program team at Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin! 💪🍎

Together, we packaged 8,969 lbs of food, which will equate to 7,476 meals for our neighbors facing food insecurity- a truly powerful way to serve our community this holiday season. ❤️✨

We are so grateful for the opportunity to step outside the clinic walls, roll up our sleeves, and do this meaningful work together.

Huge thank you to Avalon Action Alliance for their continued support in making BRAVE possible, our incredible BRAVE Alumni, and the entire BRAVE team! Your heart and dedication make everything we do possible.

Happy holidays and here’s to more service, connection, and community in the year ahead! 🎄🤝💙

12/17/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the BRAVE Program Open House! 💙 It was inspiring to connect with our community and share more about the BRAVE Program. The Midwest's-first traumatic brain injury recovery program for Veterans and First Responders.

Your support means so much as we continue building resilience and advancing care together. 🙌

Help us spread the word! Follow and share our page!
Learn more at https://www.mcw.edu/departments/wisconsin-institute-of-neuroscience-wins/brave-program

Let’s reach every person who could benefit from BRAVE’s innovative, evidence-based care.
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12/15/2025

We’re gearing up for an exciting afternoon here at the BRAVE Program!

Our team is putting the final touches on everything and we couldn’t wait to share this behind-the-scenes look with you!

Today from 2:00–4:30 pm, we’re opening our doors to showcase the new space, introduce our staff and celebrate the work we do supporting Veterans and First Responders .

BRAVE (Building Resilience Through Action in Veterans & First Responders) is the first program of its kind in the Midwest, helping participants return to their best life through specialized care and support.

🎥 Enjoy this sneak peek and if you’re in the area, stop by! We can’t wait to see you.

🏫10200 Innovation Drive, Suite 800, Milwaukee WI
⏰2:00 PM - 4:30 PM

12/12/2025

If you’re a veteran or first responder who has been waiting for a sign to take the next step in seeking help… this is that sign.

📅 Monday, December 15th
📍 10200 Innovation Drive, Suite 800, Milwaukee WI
⏰ 2:00 PM - 4:30PM

We welcome individuals, community partners, clinicians, departments, donors, and anyone who wants to learn more about how BRAVE is making a profound difference in the lives of those who serve.

12/09/2025

Folks- we are less than a week out from our Open House event!

If you are interested in learning more about the BRAVE Program, attending the BRAVE Program, if you are a Veteran or First Responder or if you work with Veteran and First Responders - Come on down!

Meet the team! Tour the new space! Share this invite!
RSVP to brave@mcw.edu

12/02/2025

Happy Giving Tuesday! Community donations directly fund our clients' travel, lodging, and meals while they are in our Program. These external barriers often prevent veterans or first responders from seeking the care they deserve. We appreciate your support of those who support you. https://giving.mcw.edu/site/Donation2;jsessionid=00000000.app30113a?df_id=1981&1981.donation=form1&mfc_pref=T&set.SingleDesignee=1104&NONCE_TOKEN=03080A212DA346D558D7B5A3AF436B85

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at the BRAVE Program. Sharing gratitude for all of our clients, our supporters and our amazing team. We couldn't do what we do without all of you. Wishing everyone a happy day of gratitude, whether you spend today with the family you came from or the family you made along the way.

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10200 West Innovation Drive
Wauwatosa, WI
53228

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+14144275370

Website

https://www.mcw.edu/departments/wisconsin-institute-of-neuroscience-wins/brave-program

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