Lauren Costello

From Research to Real Life: Concussions & Falls

By Lauren Costello / September 20, 2022 / Comments Off on From Research to Real Life: Concussions & Falls

For years now I’ve been using the term concussion in my work almost daily as the Statewide Training Coordinator at the Brain Injury Association of North Carolina. I am dedicated…

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Yoga & Tai Chi with Brain Injury

By Lauren Costello / April 28, 2021 / Comments Off on Yoga & Tai Chi with Brain Injury

Join us for weekly yoga/Tai Chi Sessions in May & June! Yoga is more than just stretching and awkward poses. The practice of yoga incorporates the use of breath, focus,…

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Concussion Simulation Video

By Lauren Costello / October 13, 2020 / Comments Off on Concussion Simulation Video

Ever wonder what it might be like to have a concussion? Check out our new Concussion Simulation video to demonstrate some of the common signs and symptoms after a concussion.

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Falls Prevention Week 2020

By Lauren Costello / September 21, 2020 / Comments Off on Falls Prevention Week 2020

Couple of questions before we get started: Are you an adult over the age of 65? Are you living with a disability due to brain injury? Are you a human…

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Concussion Awareness Day 2020

By Lauren Costello / September 18, 2020 / Comments Off on Concussion Awareness Day 2020

September 18th, 2020 is National Concussion Awareness Day! Check out our blog post and the resources below to learn more about concussion. National Concussion Awareness Day Concussion Story Wall Concussion…

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Activities at Home

By Lauren Costello / April 27, 2020 / Comments Off on Activities at Home

Looking for activities or things to do at home? Whether you are reading this during the era of physical distancing brought on by the spread of COVID-19 (a form of…

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Online Resources, Financial Assistance, & Tele-health

By Lauren Costello / March 31, 2020 / Comments Off on Online Resources, Financial Assistance, & Tele-health

What is Tele-health? Telehealth is the use of digital information and communication technologies, such as computers and mobile devices, to access health care services remotely and manage your health care.…

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Brain Stimulation at Home

By Lauren Costello / March 26, 2020 / Comments Off on Brain Stimulation at Home

Looking to keep your mind active? Cognition is a complex system of thought that is made up of how you think and process information. It may include attention (being able…

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New Online Support Group

By Lauren Costello / March 16, 2020 / Comments Off on New Online Support Group

Looking to connect with others but have trouble with transportation? Large crowds? Coordinating schedules? The Brain Injury Association of North Carolina is aware that sometimes the traditional support group setting…

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COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

By Lauren Costello / March 12, 2020 / Comments Off on COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

What Information is Out There? From Disability Rights NC: Governor Cooper has called a State of Emergency. The State of Emergency makes it possible for North Carolina to get extra…

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