If you have had a mild to moderate brain injury due to a TBI, stroke, concussion, brain tumor, anoxia, or chemical abuse you are a good candidate for the program.

Individuals who are unable to be left unsupervised for an hour.
Individuals who do not have enough communication skills to participate in a group.
Individuals who require assistance in toileting and do not have anyone that can be there to assist them.
Individuals who are unable to tolerate 4 hours of treatment a day.

It is required that you attend all 3 days of treatment. Most clients do need to attend the program for 6 months to get the maximum benefit. Occasionally clients may finish the program sooner if they have met all of their treatment goals.

Medical Assistance plans, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Health Partners, UCare, and Worker’s Compensation. Other private insurance plans may cover the program. Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans do not cover the program.

The program runs from 9 am to 2 pm. You will participate in the Communication and Memory, Community Living Skills, Coping and Adaptation and Executive Thinking Skills groups. You have an hour break for lunch. The program focuses on using a planner system and learning to implement strategies to compensate for your attention, memory, problem solving, awareness, social skill and adjustment challenges.

You need to get a referral from a physician for a Beyond Brain Injury evaluation from your doctor. This can be faxed to 612-484-4480. We can also assist you with getting the order if needed.

It includes a Mental health, Speech-Language Pathology and Occupational Therapy assessment.

Once we receive the order from your doctor, we will contact you to schedule the evaluation.