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The Brain Injury Association of Queensland is the peak disability organisation in Queensland for those living with acquired brain injury.

 

MISSION STATEMENT

The Brain Injury Association is dedicated to improving the quality of life of people living with and affected by acquired brain injury.

 

VISION

The Brain Injury Association of Queensland seeks to be the lead community-based organisation in Queensland providing support advocacy and information to people with ABI, their families, and to individuals or organisations that share the ABI experience in any way and for any reason.

 

 

Behavioural Consultancy

Providing interventions, strategies and mentoring for services and families confronted with individuals with a disability who exhibit challenging behaviour.

Link to the Behavioural Consultancy Service information page Link to the Registered Training information page

Training and Education

BIAQ is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) offering nationally recognised training programmes on acquired brain injury and challenging behaviours.

Information & Referral Service

Enquiries on all Acquired Brain Injury related issues are answered by the Information & Referral Officer who listen to the concerns of the caller and provides assistance.

Link to the Information & Referral Service information page Link to the Supported Accommodation Service information page

Supported Accommodation

BIAQ is heavily involved in the design and implementation of accommodation options for people who need support to live independently within the community.

Lifestyle Support (ABICIS)

ABICIS provides lifestyle support to people with acquired brain injury and other complex needs living in the greater Brisbane area.

Link to the ABICIS Lifestyle Support Service information page Link to the Fact Sheets information page

Fact Sheets

These fact sheets cover a broad range of issues facing people with a head injury, their families, carers and associated professionals.

 

new to our web site:

  • Acquired Brain Injury - The Facts. The Brain Injury Association of Queensland has launched its new FREE publication that provides the Practical Guide to Understanding and Responding to Acquired Brain Injury. Order yours today, and please note that postage and handling fees apply depending on how many you order.
  • Employment Opportunities - The Brain Injury Association of Queensland's employment page has been updated with the most recent job vacancies.
  • Training - Our training page has now been updated with additional information about our Training in Understanding and Managing Acquired Brain Injury funded by Disability Services QLD. This training incorporates Positive Behaviour Support: a framework to identify, describe and plan a response to the needs of clients who display complex or challenging behaviours.