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Whether you're a Veteran, Servicemember, caregiver, or health care professional, it is important to be aware of all news and issues related to traumatic brain injury. From advances in science and technology to important legislation that may impact you or your loved one, stay informed and be your best advocate.

Assisted Living Pilot Program for Veterans with TBI

Public Law 110-118, the Fiscal Year 2008 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Title XVII, Section 1705 directed Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to implement a five year pilot program to assess the effectiveness of providing Assisted Living (AL) services to eligible Veterans with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) to enhance their rehabilitation, quality of life, and community integration. In May 2011, a national contract was awarded to 20 contractors providing more than 150 sites of care across the US. All contractors are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) with certification in residential rehabilitation in a brain injury program.
Veterans enrolled in the pilot have suffered moderate to severe TBI, often with significant medical and psychiatric co-morbidities which require intensive care coordination. Case management services for Veterans enrolled in the AL-TBI pilot program are provided by VA Social Work/Case Managers, Registered Nurses, or other health care professionals trained in TBI care.

Point of contact for the Assisted Living Pilot Program for Veterans with TBI is Sharon Benedict, PhD, Program Manager at sharon.benedict@va.gov

Partners & Resources

VA works closely with both public and private organizations which are committed to equipping Veterans and Servicemembers with the tools and resources they need to get back to living, whether it be providing mental health assessments, access to health information, or temporary housing assistance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

As you begin to find a new normal for you and your loved one, at times you may not know what questions to ask or where to begin. Use these FAQs to answer some of your outstanding questions.

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Terminology & Definitions

Not familiar with a term? Can't keep track of all the acronyms? Let us help you navigate the language and terms most commonly associated with traumatic brain injury.

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