Organization
Brain Injury Alliance of Utah(BIAU)
Utah's primary resource hub for survivors of brain injury and their families, providing support, education, and advocacy since 1984. BIAU connects individuals with traumatic or acquired brain injury to peer support, rehabilitation access, and community services across the state.
About
The Brain Injury Alliance of Utah (BIAU) has supported survivors of traumatic and acquired brain injury and their families since 1984. It serves as the state affiliate of the Brain Injury Association of America and is Utah's leading resource organisation for brain injury.
What They Do
BIAU facilitates peer support groups, provides education and referral services, and advocates for improved access to rehabilitation and community services for individuals with brain injury. The organization partners with hospitals, rehabilitation centres, schools, and state agencies and conducts prevention education in local communities.
Who They Serve
BIAU serves individuals of all ages living with traumatic brain injury (TBI) or acquired brain injury (ABI), along with their families and caregivers, throughout Utah.
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