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.

Therapy Activity

The Inbox Triage Activity

Print Resource — US Letter — 6 pages
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsBrain InjuryStroke
This activity helps therapists target executive functioning through a realistic mail-sorting task that builds planning, prioritization, initiation, and problem-solving skills. Use it to explore how your client approaches real-world demands, identify breakdown points, and develop personalized systems for managing everyday responsibilities.
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Eval Tool

Neuro-FAST (Neurological Functional Assessment Subtests for Therapists): Subtest of Life Roles & Identity Integration

Print Resource — US Letter — 6 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryStroke
This Neuro-FAST subtest helps you move beyond function and into what truly matters, clarifying the roles, values, and identity that should shape care. Use it to align therapy with the person behind the diagnosis and ensure your goals reflect meaning, dignity, and real life.
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Handout

How to Use the Calendar App on iPhone

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsBrain InjuryStroke
This step-by-step calendar guide helps therapists support people with cognitive impairments in organizing appointments, routines, and daily plans using a familiar smartphone tool. It’s designed to be used alongside screenshots in therapy to build confidence, reduce overwhelm, and support follow-through in real life.
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Handout

Mild TBI Symptom Management Strategy Bank

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain Injury
This strategy bank helps people with mTBI explore symptom-management options in a way that aligns with their values, daily routines, and goals. Use it to guide shared decision-making, track what works, and build personalized plans that support meaningful participation in real life.
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Handout

How to Send a Text on an iPhone: A Low-Vision Guide

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryStrokeVision
This visual guide walks patients through how to send a text on an iPhone using large print and clear, step-by-step photos. Use it to support low-vision users as they build confidence with real-world communication tasks.
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Clinical Reference

Using ChatGPT to Support Person-Centered Neuro Rehab

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsAphasiaBrain InjuryDementiaDysphagiaMotor Speech/Dysarthria/ApraxiaNervous System ConditionsProgressive Neurological ConditionsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
This guide helps therapists use ChatGPT to support person-centered thinking rather than jumping straight from a cognitive skill to a generic activity. It offers a clear workflow that keeps therapy grounded in what truly matters to the person, using AI only to brainstorm meaningful, real-life ideas and questions.
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Clinical Reference

Safety: A Framework for Real-World Conversations

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsAgingBalance/Vestibular/FallsBrain InjuryHealth Management and Self AdvocacyProgressive Neurological ConditionsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
This resource gives therapists a practical framework for addressing safety through real-life conversations instead of outdated, infantilizing photo cards. Use it to collaboratively explore individualized safety needs, routines, and supports in a way that preserves dignity and autonomy.
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Handout

Adaptive Strategies for Parenting

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTADLs/IADLsBrain InjuryCaregiver SupportsChronic PainSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
A practical handout therapists can share to help parents explore adaptive strategies that make daily caregiving safer, easier, and more sustainable. This resource reframes adaptations as tools for access and empowers families to find routines that work for their unique needs.
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Handout

Making Progress Without Burning Out

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsBrain InjuryHealth Management and Self AdvocacySpinal Cord InjuryStroke
This handout contrasts “pushing through” with graded exposure using relatable scenarios and actionable strategies. Use it to guide pacing discussions and reinforce sustainable progress between sessions.
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Handout

Should I Switch to a Basic Phone?

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPAgingBrain InjuryDementiaProgressive Neurological ConditionsStrokeVision
Guide clients through the real trade-offs of switching from a smart phone to a basic phone when technology feels overwhelming. This handout supports collaborative decision-making by naming how each option can shift cognitive load, effort, and expectations around communication.
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