Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts

11/29/2025

🎉 Happy Small Business Saturday! 🌟 Today, let’s celebrate the heart and soul of our community—our local businesses! ❤️🛍️ From handcrafted treasures to delicious treats, every purchase makes a difference. Support your neighbors, spread joy, and shop small this holiday season! 🎁✨

11/28/2025

Join us from 1-3 p.m., Wednesday, December 10 in either the Westborough or Pittsfield resource centers for a festive Creative Corner workshop!

In Westborough: participants will use a variety of pre-cut, holiday-inspired colored and/or patterned fabrics to make beautiful wreaths that can be enjoyed for years to come! No experience needed – just bring your imagination and enjoy the season with our supportive community.

In Pittsfield: participants will be guided in learning how to create beautiful holiday wreaths using fragrant, fresh greenery, ribbon, and ornaments to brighten their home. It’s a wonderful way to connect, get creative, and celebrate the season together.

For more information about these workshops and to register, please visit: https://biama.org/forcaregiversandsurvivors/ & click the Recreation Activities tab.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from your BIA-MA family! 🍂

11/26/2025

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11/25/2025

Make inclusive outdoor family time a Thanksgiving tradition!! Whether you go to one of DCR's accessible recreation sites or plan to join one of UAP's adaptive recreation programs, there's no better way to celebrate the winter holidays than sharing the joy of the outdoors.

And UAP has a together-time accessible hiking opportunity coming up in Milton. Its on a Saturday (hooooraaaay) and there are still a few spaces available!!

If you act now and register, you can spend inclusive family time with our partner, Waypoint Adventure at stunning Blue Hills Reservation. You will see forest, ponds/waterways, eat lunch and connect with new people.

You’ll benefit from our selection of adaptive equipment, receive instruction to meet any learning style, and be encouraged to reach your individual goals.

Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Registration ends
December 11, 2025.

What: Adaptive Small Group Hiking

When: Saturday, December 13, 10 am-1 p.m.

Where: Blue Hills Reservation; Meet at Blue Hills-Houghton’s Pond Parking Lot (860 Hillside Street, Milton, MA)

Cost: $20/Participant. Cost flexible based on need.

Questions: Email programs@waypointadventure.org

To Register: Visit https://waypoint-adventure.jumbula.com/open-enrollment

Celebrate the season with UAP!! We have a full line up of accessible winter recreation opportunities. Visit us online, check out the options, register if needed, and get out of the house!! UAP Website: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/universal-access-program

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11/25/2025

Brain injury survivors and caregivers are invited to join Amy Karas, MS, CCC-SLP, CBIS/T, speech-language pathologist, at 11 a.m., Tuesday, December 16 to learn more about managing emotions. During this free virtual workshop, participants will explore some of the cognitive, communication and social challenges impacted by brain injury and offer practical tips and strategies to enhance awareness and daily function. Registration for this workshop is required! For more information and to register, please visit: https://biama.org/forcaregiversandsurvivors/ and click on the Educational Workshops tab.

11/24/2025

We are pleased to continue to offer virtual monthly workshops for Massachusetts brain injury survivors and caregivers! Workshops are held at 11 a.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. These are free workshops and registration is required. For workshop details and to register, please visit: https://biama.org/forcaregiversandsurvivors/ and click on the Educational Workshops tab.

11/23/2025

BIA-MA sponsors in-person and virtual support groups across the state that provide survivors and their loved ones with a forum for sharing information, a compassionate and understanding peer group, and an opportunity to socialize and make new friends. Visit us at biama.org/forcaregiversandsurvivors then click on the “support groups” tab to see what virtual or in-person meetings are coming up. Questions? Contact us at supportgroups@biama.org or call (508) 475-0032.

11/22/2025

As you begin traveling for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, keep in mind that 1️⃣ second ⌚ can change your life. Buckle up behind the wheel — it could make all the difference. Buckle Up. Every Trip. Every Time.

**National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

11/21/2025

Do you need - or know someone who needs - food assistance? Click here for a list of Massachusetts & national organizations that can help: https://ow.ly/8neA50XjXZh ❤️

11/20/2025