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Brain Injury Support Groups in the State of Idaho
Support groups are an excellent way to connect with other individuals with brain injuries and their families. These groups provide opportunities learn from others who have gone through similar situations, share personal experiences and make new friends.
Boise Area
Treasure Valley Brain Injury Support Group
When: Meets every 4th Thursday of the month | 1-3pm.
The support group takes a break during the summer from May-July.
Where: St Luke’s Rehabilitation Hospital | 600 N Robbins Rd., Boise
Greg Meyer: (208) 385-3013 | meyergre@slhs.org
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Stroke Support Group for Caregivers and Survivors
When: First Thursday of every month 2-3:30pm.
Where: Saint Alphonsus | Coughlin 1 Conference Room
Meridian Area
Stroke Support Group
When: 3rd Thursday of each month | 2-330pm
Where: St Luke’s Meridian
Contact: (208) 381-9383 | stroke@slhs.org
Stroke Walking Group
When: First and third Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m.
Where: Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park or Meridian Senior Center. (Location varies depending on weather. Call number below for this week’s location.)
Contact: (208) 381-9383 or email stroke@slhs.org for more information
Registration is not required.
Online Brain Injury Support Group
Brain Injury Support Group
When: Meets online from 3-4pm Pacific Time on the 4th Tuesday of each month.
Contact: Email slrsupportgroups@providence.org at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Call 509-473-6681 for registration help or questions.
Stroke Support Group
When: Meets online from 3-4pm Pacific Time on the 3rd Thursday of each month.
Contact: Email slrsupportgroups@providence.org at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Call 509-473-6681 for registration help or questions.
Brain Injury Connection Hour
When: Every Friday from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM MT
Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be living with a brain injury
Interested?
Click here to fill out the interest form. [idhi.uams.edu]
Virtual Brain Injury & Stroke Support Groups
When: Multiple days and times to choose from.
Visit https://brainnw.org/support-groups/ and click on Virtual to find the day and time that works for you.
Twin Falls Area
Life After Stroke & Brain Injury Support Group
When: Second Friday of each month from 1-2pm
Where: Gwen Neilsen Anderson Rehabilitation Center, 775 Pole Line Road W., Twin Falls
Registration is required. To register, email or call one of the telephone numbers below.
Contact: Brad Helquist, LCSW, Support Group Facilitator, helquisb@slhs.org
North Idaho Area
Stroke Support Group
When: Thursdays, 10:30am
Where: Rehabilitation Hospital of the Northwest, 3372 E. Jenalan Ave, Post Falls
Contact: (208) 262-8700
Community stroke survivors and one support person welcome.
East Idaho Area
Brain Injury Support Group
When: Second Tuesday of each month from 4:30-6:00pm
Where: The Driggs Library, 79 N Main St, Driggs, ID
Contact: Sarah at tbidriggs@gmail.com
Instagram Page: tbidriggs
Caregivers of people who have sustained TBIs are also invited to join the support group.
TBI Support Group
When: Every Wednesday at 5 pm-6 pm
Where: The Center for Hope 530 E Anderson Street Idaho Falls ID 83401
Contact: Briana Hinkle: 208-569-2828
Providing support for survivors, friends, family members, and caretakers