about the program
Groups of brain injury survivors and trained facilitators come together via an Internet-based, videoconferencing platform. This allows participants and facilitators to interact and communicate using live video, audio, and instant-messaging technology.
a typical session
Group sessions are conducted twice a week for a 10-week period known as a “round.” Each small group has a specially trained facilitator.
A session typically begins with socializing and catching up among participants. The facilitator then introduces the agenda for the day and leads group members through a semi-structured session that typically includes cognitive exercises such as puzzle-solving or word games, group discussion about activities including cooking, reading, service projects, or recreational outings. Sometimes a group establishes a book club featuring one or more of the many excellent publications relating to brain injury. A guest speaker or music therapist may be featured. As one client said: “CLiC did more for me than medication or any other kind of consultation.”
social development
Greeting and informal conversation
organizational
Discussion of the day’s agenda, SMART goal progress, home exercise discussion
executive function & problem solving
In-class activities, discussion club, activity planning, puzzles, word games
cognitive and memory
Cognitive and compensatory strategies
brain injury education
Topic associated with brain injury (may include guest speaker)
Wellness
Includes mindfulness, yoga, music, art, and creative writing
Closing of Session
Wrap up, review, and discussion
to participate
Participants must meet these requirements:
Be 18 years of age
currently receiving BISSWVA case management services
Be at least one-year post-injury
Have adequate visual, motor, and language skills to use a computer
Have access to broadband Internet connection
CONTACT
Do you have any questions?
our main roanoke office
540.344.1200
Toll free 866-720-1008
540.344.9755
info@bisswva.org