San Diego Brain Injury Foundation

01/08/2026

It isn't too late to register for Friday's SDBIF Family, Friends and Caregiver Support Group happening via Zoom from 2-3:30 pm (PST)—there are a few spots left!

So, if you are a family member, friend or caregiver of a brain injury survivor and need a safe space to discuss topics important to you, then register now to join us tomorrow to share tips, best practices, concerns, and lean on each other for support.

To register, click the link below:
https://hubs.li/Q03Z-R-Y0

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Caregiver/Friend/Family Support Group. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

01/08/2026

The 2025 Q4 SDBIF Newsletter has been out! In this edition we talk about the upcoming surviveHEADSTRONG San Diego event, talk about the Friends of the Foundation Drive, talk about our sponsorship of the San Diego Brain Bee, show the latest Day of Art events and announce the 2026 dates, give Howard House updates, give thanks for the wonderful holiday party, give updates on the SISR program, introduce you to the NEW SDBIF program called the Brain Injury Collaboration Network (BICN) and inform you of the upcoming free events going on in the brain injury community!

Lots to read, so go to this newsletter link: https://hubs.li/Q03Z-R-z0

11/06/2025

Our friends at the San Diego Parks and Recreation Department are planning a FREE Fun Sports Day on Friday, November 21st. Don't miss out!

Get your best game-face on and join us for Sports Day! Please bring a sack lunch, water, and feel free to dress in your favorite team's attire. Please wear close-toed shoes. Meet at Park de la Cruz Community Center, 3901 Landis St.

Register with this link: https://hubs.li/Q03RYDKs0

Contact Alicia Bianchi at 619.525.8247 if you have any questions.

10/24/2025

Are you a brain injury survivor in San Diego that would like to have fun painting with other survivors? Then sign up to join the IN-PERSON SDBIF Day of Art with Lovejoy on Friday, November 7 from 12-2. It is FREE and all the art supplies will be provided to you.

There are only 10 spots left—but we ask that you only sign up if you are sure that you can join us in-person on November 7. If you would like to learn more about the event and sign up, please go to this link: https://hubs.li/Q03Q5FJ80

Our Day of Art event is for brain injury survivors to learn basic art techniques that are both therapeutic and FUN!

10/21/2025

It was several weeks ago, but we wanted to share some AMAZING photos from the 2025 Friendriaser.

We can't thank all our artists, attendees, our sponsors and honorary committee members enough for making this event so special!

09/19/2025

Can you believe it...The SDBIF Friendraiser is TOMORROW at the Admiral Baker Club House from 6-8:30 pm!!!

There will be live music by Garza & the Strays, wonderful wine, fellow friends of brain injury recovery, our 9 INCREDIBLE survivor artists, Kiana Davis, Olympic Track & Field hopeful as our Honorary Chair, and much more to come out and enjoy. To join us and learn more, go to the link below:
https://hubs.li/Q03Kc3pw0

Brain injury can happen to anyone, anywhere, anytime...it is important as a community to come together to strengthen our bonds and resources. Please join us!

Christina Hardy, Dan Koziol, David Ward, Deborah Consaul, Kurt Rotzinger, Linda Stamets, Lora Dunlap, Ryan Olson, Stevie McCarley

09/17/2025

Are you joining us this Saturday for the SDBIF Friendraiser? It is from 6-8:30 pm at the Admiral Baker Club House. We will have 9 AMAZING survivor artists showing their artwork at the event. Their stories are just as inspiring as their incredible artwork.

ALSO joining us will be Olympic-track hopeful Kiana Davis as our Honorary Chair. Come learn about her story and incredible journey to being able to run after her dreams of competing in the Olympics.

As professionals, friends, family and caregivers, we must come together to celebrate the amazing feats brain injury survivors accomplish everyday. Please join us and get your tickets today at the Friendraiser link in our bio.

09/17/2025

Are you joining us this Saturday for the SDBIF Friendraiser? It is from 6-8:30 pm at the Admiral Baker Club House. We will have 9 AMAZING survivor artists showing their artwork at the event. Their stories are just as inspiring as their incredible artwork.

ALSO joining us will be Olympic-track hopeful Kiana Davis as our Honorary Chair. Come learn about her story and incredible journey to being able to run after her dreams of competing in the Olympics.

As professionals, friends, family and caregivers, we must come together to celebrate the amazing feats brain injury survivors accomplish everyday. Please join us and get your tickets today: https://hubs.li/Q03JHR_m0

09/15/2025

Join our community partners for a fun-filled time of Karaoke and Table Games. Friday September 26, 2025 from 11:30-1:30 pm at the Park De La Cruz Community Center. Registration is free. See below for details.

09/14/2025

The latest SDBIF Newsletter is out! In this edition we talk about the upcoming Friendraiser event, recap the Brain Injury Symposium, give a shout out to Grant Gebler and his friends, talk about the last Day of Art and announce future dates, give Howard House updates, introduce the newest additions to the SDBIF team, share the story of our Friendraiser Honorary Chair, Kiana Davis, and inform you of the upcoming free events going on in the brain injury community.

Lots to read! Enjoy!

https://hubs.li/Q03JdJMM0

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08/15/2025

Don't forget that TOMORROW at 10 am PST we have a very important Saturday Speaker, Brandi Bass, talking to us about the updates to the ABI Program - SDCCE.
Join us in-person at Arts District Liberty Station or via Zoom.

For more information on the in-person location or how to access this meeting via Zoom, go to the SDBIF website: https://hubs.li/Q03D1Jt_0

Learn about new technologies, services, resources, programs and offerings in the brain injury community from specialists and professionals.