Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts

02/02/2026

February is Black History Month! Events to celebrate and honor the achievements and culture of Black Americans are scheduled across Massachusetts. Check out what’s happening:
https://www.meetboston.com/events/festivals-and-annual-events/black-history-month/
https://www.boston.gov/departments/mayors-office/black-history-month
https://www.maah.org/events
https://thevillageworcester.squarespace.com/
https://www.umass.edu/diversity/black-history-month

02/02/2026

Now that Punxsutawney Phil and Ms. G, the official groundhog of Massachusetts, have predicted six more weeks of wintry weather, it's time to take a few minutes to ensure you are ready to make it to spring safely.

More winter safety tips: www.mass.gov/snow

02/02/2026

02/02/2026

Join us for BIA-MA’s Advocacy Day, Tuesday, February 24 in the Massachusetts State House Great Hall! This event is a great way to learn more about BIA-MA’s legislative agenda, meet with legislators or their staff, advocate for the brain injury community, and view the “Unmasking Exhibit.” Visit https://biama.org/advocacyday/ for more information about the event and to register. Questions? Please email advocacy@biama.org.

02/02/2026

Happy Groundhog Day! 🐾✨ Here’s hoping Phil brings us brighter days, early sunshine, and a little extra hope to carry us through the rest of winter. 🌤️💛

01/31/2026

BIA-MA sponsors in-person and virtual support groups across the state that provide survivors and their loved ones with a forum for sharing information, a compassionate and understanding peer group, and an opportunity to socialize and make new friends. Visit us at biama.org/forcaregiversandsurvivors then click on the “support groups” tab to see what virtual or in-person meetings are coming up. Questions? Contact us at supportgroups@biama.org or call (508) 475-0032.

01/30/2026

Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is a degenerative brain disease most often found in people with a history of repetitive brain trauma, such as military veterans and athletes. A person with suspected CTE might experience adverse symptoms that affect their cognition, mood, behavior, and sleep. If you are concerned that you or someone you care about has suspected CTE, help is available: www.biama.org

01/30/2026

Join us as a SPONSOR or EXHIBITOR at the 44th Annual Brain Injury Conference in March 2026 and be part of an event that truly makes a difference. This annual conference offers a unique opportunity to gain visibility and recognition while you connect with professionals dedicated to education, care, and advocacy. Your support helps support the brain injury community and furthers efforts to support brain injury awareness statewide and beyond. Register as a sponsor or exhibitor by Monday, February 23, 2026 at www.biama.org/annualconference.

01/29/2026

LoveYourBrain is a national non-profit organization that focuses on advancing the mental, physical, and social well-being of people with brain injury and their caregivers through free, evidence-based holistic health programs, research, outreach, and education. BIA-MA supports LoveYourBrain's mission and invites you to register for their live virtual global conference, taking place March 20-22. 👏

👉 Early bird rates will end after January 31st, don't miss out! ⏰

The LoveYourBrain Summit will bring together visionary leaders, researchers, clinicians, health practitioners, and the brain injury community to explore therapies that truly support healing - grounded in both science and real-life results. More info can be found below or by clicking here: https://www.loveyourbrain.com/summit . 💜

Let's change healing from TBI! We're convening experts across disciplines to advance the science and practice of holistic healing after brain injury. March 20-22, 2026. Online. Tickets on sale January 15.

01/29/2026

To prepare for our upcoming Advocacy Day on February 24, BIA-MA is hosting a free virtual workshop: “Why SHIP Matters: Advocacy Tools to Secure Essential Funding”. at This workshop will take place at 1 p.m. on Friday, January 30 to help participants gain the skills and confidence to advocate for key legislative initiatives and programs that support individuals with brain injuries.

This workshop will provide an accessible overview of the Statewide Head Injury Program (SHIP), how it is funded, and where it fits within the state budget process. Participants will learn key advocacy tools to help protect and advance funding for this essential program. Registration is required: https://biama.org/advocacyday/

01/28/2026

TIME IS RUNNING OUT! Poster proposals for BIA-MA’s 2026 Annual Brain Injury Conference are due Sunday, March 1! Posters should provide a visual display abstract to convey recent brain injury-related research. For more details about the poster session or to submit your proposal online, please visit: https://ow.ly/oaTs50WWY05

Questions? Please email: education@biama.org. The conference will be held at the Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel & Trade Center in Marlborough on Wednesday, March 25 and Thursday, March 26, 2026.