Head Injury Association (HIA)

About

The Head Injury Association was founded on Long Island by a group of parents who sought services for their children who suffered from a TBI. As a result of the lack of services for survivors in New York State, families were often forced to separate from their loved ones during a time of crisis. This hardship drove a group of dedicated parents to create the Head Injury Association on December 6, 1988. Since its inception, the Head Injury Association has evolved significantly to meet the needs of TBI survivors of today. In January 1993, The Hy Feinstein Clubhouse opened its doors to offer experiences and support to members by recognizing their skills and interests. The Clubhouse is a program run by the members for the members.

Services Provided

Employment

• Paid employment (e.g., competitive integrated employment, supported employment)
• Work experience (e.g., vocational training programs, employment training programs, internships, volunteer)
• Skill development (e.g., technology, employability skills, pre-employment transition services)
• Career development (e.g., career counseling, job club, mentor)
• On-the-job training and support (e.g., job coach, assistive technology, supported employment)
• Youth and adult employment programs

Independent/Community Living

• Housing/Residential services (e.g., apartment, low-income housing, supported apartments, groups homes, intermediate care facility, community residence, treatment facility)
• Supported living (e.g., in-home assistance, group living, family care, housing subsidy)
• Daily living skills (e.g., cooking, cleaning, budgeting, community habilitation)
• Recreation (e.g., parks, sports centers, arts programs, summer camps, social groups, day habilitation programs)
• Home modifications (e.g., ramps, environmental control, accessibility modifications)
• Financial assistance (e.g., public assistance, financial literacy, social security benefits)
• Transportation (e.g., public transportation, driving instruction, vehicle modification, medical appointments)
• Food security (e.g., food pantries)

Healthcare

• Health specialists serving youth with disabilities (e.g., developmental pediatrician, occupational therapist, physical therapist, behavioral support, speech therapy, clinical evaluation, dentistry, music therapy, health insurance navigators)
• Mental health (e.g., crisis intervention, clinics, social work, stabilization center, treatment facility, substance abuse, mobile mental health)

Family Supports

• Support groups (e.g., parents, caregivers, siblings, peers)
• Educational resources for families (e.g. special education, disability specific resources, adult service systems)
• Evaluations (e.g., psychological, neurological, assistive technology, developmental)
• Respite services (e.g. temporary/relief care, emergency care)

Education/Training

• Preschool/early childhood programs
• Higher education (e.g., community college, four-year college, inclusive higher ed, non-credit bearing courses)
• Certificate programs (e.g., food handling, welding, first aid/CPR)
• Adult education (e.g., reading, math, communication, High School Equivalency Diploma)
• Vocational training programs
• Tutoring
• Before and After-school programs
• School-age programs (e.g., Career & Technical Education, Alternative Schools)

Other Services

• Special education mediation (e.g., dispute resolution)
• Advocacy (e.g., special education, supported decision-making, young adult self-advocacy)
• Assistive Technology

Supported Age Ranges

• Early childhood (0-5)
• School age (5-18)
• Young adult (18+)

Counties Served

• SUFFOLK