Programs

Each year BIAPA holds a conference for the entire brain injury community in Lancaster, PA. The 2026 Conference will be June 22-23.

BIAPA provides Pre-Enrollment Assistance Services to help individuals with Brain Injury and their family members apply for Department of Health’s Head Injury Program.

The Brain Injury Resource Line (BIRL) is a toll-free number staffed by BIAPA volunteers who are able to provide resource information to all who call.

BIAPA presents educational and fun-filled Brain Safety Fairs throughout the state each year. Many events include the fitting and distribution of free bicycle helmets.

BIAPA provides education and training services for both the lay person and the professional.

The BrainSTEPS School Re-Entry Program is designed to consult with school teams and families in the development and delivery of educational services for students who have experienced any type of acquired brain injury.

The Pennsylvania Department of Health is partnering with BIAPA to raise awareness of the intersection of brain injury and opioid misuse and to provide training and consultation to substance abuse providers and professionals who work with individuals struggling with opioid misuse and/or addiction.

BIAPA maintains a list of support groups throughout Pennsylvania. 

The Association also hosts monthly adolescent, survivor, and caregiver virtual support groups.

Email survivorsupport@biapa.org for more information.