A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be a major health challenge – both for someone who has experienced a TBI and for their support network and/or caregivers.
Information and Referral information
CALL 2-1-1 or (877) 211-9274 or online WA211.org. Get support and connected to resources.
Where do you start? Traumatic Brain Injury: Let's Help You - Washington 211 (wa211.org)
The state of Washington has a designated TBI Information and Referral (I&R) system to connect you with the care and resources you need. DSHS assures TBI I&R services through WA211.
- better align with national quality standards
- collect accurate and timely TBI data for data-driven decision making
- identify needs, gaps and barriers that prevent awareness and/or care
- unite community partners, organizations and stakeholders to maximize and streamline services for the TBI community
Washington TBI Virtual Support Groups
TBI virtual support groups are built on the concept of a person-centered approach that can aid in the development of long-term knowledge and generic problem-solving skills to help attendees overcome barriers to sustaining a fulfilling life. Emphasizing connection, education, and engagement after sustaining a TBI.
We welcome people including caregivers, veterans, and families.
Washington TBI Virtual Support Groups | DSHS
Need Wi-Fi to access a virtual support group? Find free drive-in WiFi hotspots
Additional Resources
Washington Community Living Connections - Designed to help individuals of all ages, disabilities and income levels, their caregivers, legal representatives, and families get the right home and community-based supports and services at the right time, in the right place.
TBI Learning and Support Resources Flyer (pdf) - Information and links to materials and resources.
GetSetUP Washington - provides hundreds of live online classes to keep you mentally, physically, and socially active. Classes are interactive, easy to join, offered day and night and free for our community. To include technology education and much more.