Brain Injury resources

525 printable resources for Brain Injury: patient and caregiver education handouts, therapy materials, clinical references and evaluation tools for speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists and physical therapists. Written and reviewed by practicing clinicians, ready to print, and included in a Therapy Insights membership.

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Adaptive Equipment and Durable Medical Equipment Checklist

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
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This comprehensive checklist of durable medical and adaptive equipment provides therapists with a valuable resource for recommending tools that support patients in their daily lives. Organized by category, it offers an easy reference to help therapists identify equipment that meets each patient’s unique needs, fostering greater independence and safety.
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Time Management Challenge: Building Awareness to Design Your Day

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
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This time management guide offers a supportive approach for clients navigating ADHD or mild brain injury, helping them discover patterns in their daily routines. With practical steps and a curiosity-driven focus, this resource encourages clients to build a schedule that aligns with their goals and brings structure and fulfillment to their day.
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Cash Envelope Budgeting System: A Simple, Tangible Way to Manage Your Money

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
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This resource offers a practical guide to using a cash-based system to manage personal finances. It outlines how patients can use physical envelopes for different spending categories, helping them stay mindful of their budget without relying on digital tools. This method is ideal for individuals who benefit from a tangible, visual approach to money management. Share this resource with your patients to support their financial independence and encourage responsible spending habits.
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Handout

Delicious, Healthy Meal Preps for the Microwave

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
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Empower your patients with simple, nutritious meal options that don’t require a stove. This resource includes 12 healthy microwave-only recipes that offer easy-to-follow instructions for creating comforting meals. Ideal for patients with physical or cognitive challenges, these recipes ensure they can enjoy home-cooked flavors with minimal effort. Share this resource with your patients to help them stay nourished and independent in the kitchen.
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Navigating Cognitive Recovery After Surgery: A Guide for Families

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
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This resource offers an overview of perioperative neurocognitive disorder (PND), explaining potential cognitive changes that can occur around the time of surgery. It is designed to help families understand how to support recovery and proactively engage with the healthcare team to promote the best possible cognitive outcomes for their family members.
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Where Is the Person I Know and Love? The Life-Changing Impact of Right Hemisphere Brain Injuries

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
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This resource is designed to help family members understand the profound changes that can occur after a right hemisphere brain injury. It provides insights into the differences between left and right hemisphere injuries, how personality and behavior may shift, and offers thought-provoking questions to help families redefine roles and adjust expectations. Share this resource with families to support their journey through this transformation, and encourage them to bring these questions to therapy for further guidance.
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Handout Therapy Activity

Tax Filing Preparation Checklist (United States)

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
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Help your patients stay organized this tax season with a simple, easy-to-follow checklist designed to reduce the stress of gathering necessary documents. This resource provides a step-by-step guide to ensure patients have everything they need to file their taxes, whether they plan to do it themselves or pass the information along to a CPA. Share this tool with your patients to support them in managing the often-overwhelming task of tax preparation.
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Tablero de Comunicación Médica

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
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Tu tablero de CAA de referencia para facilitar la comunicación en el entorno de atención aguda.
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Laugh and Move: Frenkel’s Exercises for Ataxia with a Fun Twist

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
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This resource provides an exercise progression for the lower limbs to target coordination, proprioception, and balance, including those with ataxia or other coordination and/or balance concerns.
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Acute Care Medical AAC Board

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
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Your go-to AAC board to help facilitate communication in the acute care setting.
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