Who We Are
The Nevada Brain Injury Alliance was formed in 2026 by brain injury survivors, family members, physicians, therapists, case managers, and community partners from across the state. We came together because brain injury touches every part of a person's life, and survivors and families deserve clear information, a supportive community, and a place to turn.
Brain injury is often thought of as a single event. For many people it is a lifelong, chronic condition that can affect thinking, memory, movement, communication, emotions, work, and relationships. NBIA works to build understanding of brain injury across its whole course: the first days after injury, rehabilitation, the return to home and community, and the years that follow.
Brain injury organizations serve communities in states across the country. NBIA brings that same commitment to Nevada, with a focus on our people, our services, and the programs that serve them.
Our Vision
A Nevada where brain injury is widely understood, often prevented, and never faced alone, and where every survivor and family has the knowledge, resources, and community support to pursue recovery, independence, and a full life.
Our Mission
The Nevada Brain Injury Alliance is a nonprofit organization dedicated to education and awareness for the benefit of Nevadans affected by brain injury. We bring together survivors, families, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and community partners to share evidence-based information, raise public awareness, promote prevention, and help the community understand brain injury as a chronic condition. We also look into the policies and programs that affect brain injury care in Nevada and explain them in plain language for survivors, families, providers, and payers. Through education and collaboration, we help survivors and families find the resources they need to live with dignity and independence in their homes and communities.
Everyone touched by brain injury
Brain injury affects more than one person. Our work reaches the whole circle around each survivor.
Survivors
People living with traumatic or acquired brain injury, at any age and any stage of recovery.
Professionals
Physicians, therapists, nurses, case managers, and direct support staff who provide care.
Families & caregivers
Spouses, parents, children, guardians, and friends who support a survivor every day.
Community partners
Employers, schools, payers, public agencies, and . organizations that shape life after injury.
What We Do
Education
We create plain-language tools and programs that help people understand brain injury and the road to recovery.
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Guides and workshops for survivors and family caregivers
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Specialized brain injury education for Nevada's healthcare workforce
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Materials on brain injury as a chronic, lifelong condition
Awareness & prevention
We help Nevadans recognize brain injury, understand its lasting effects, and take steps to prevent it.
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Events during Brain Injury Awareness Month each March
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Community campaigns on fall prevention, concussion, and helmet use
Support & connection
We build community so survivors and families feel less isolated and can learn from one another.
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Support groups and peer connections
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The Network Online Hub for local services, education, and lived-experience stories
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Resources on returning to work, school, and community life
Understanding policy & coverage
We look into the policies and programs that affect brain injury care in Nevada and explain them clearly.
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Plain-language information on Nevada Medicaid coverage for brain injury rehabilitation Guidance on the Nevada Brain Injury Habilitation 1915(i) program
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Community forums that bring survivors, families, providers, and payers together
How We Work
Person-centered
Every survivor's goals, strengths, and story come first.
Survivors and families included
People with lived experience help lead our work.
Evidence-based
We share information grounded in current, credible knowledge.
Collaborative
We bring every stakeholder group to the same table.
Accountable and transparent
We manage our resources openly and responsibly.
Respectful of every experience
We welcome diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and paths to recovery.