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.

Handout

Long-Term Care Through Medicaid: Waiver Slots and Placement Pathways (United States)

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPAgingBrain InjuryCaregiver SupportsDementiaHealth Management and Self AdvocacyProgressive Neurological ConditionsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
This resource offers a clear, patient-friendly overview of Medicaid long-term care pathways (HCBS waivers, nursing facility coverage, PACE, and assisted living) along with a companion documentation reference page for therapists. Use it to support informed decision-making, clarify common misconceptions, and guide families while also having quick access to phrasing and concepts that strengthen interdisciplinary documentation.
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Handout

Understanding Aggressive Behavior After a Brain Injury: Information for Family, Caregivers, and Staff

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPBrain Injury
This handout helps families and facility staff understand why aggressive behavior can occur after a brain injury and offers clear, practical steps to support safety for everyone involved. Use it to guide conversations, normalize difficult reactions, and build a shared plan for safer, more predictable interactions.
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Handout Therapy Activity

Identity Mapping: Rebuilding Your Sense of Self

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryStroke
This Identity Mapping tool is designed to help therapists guide clients through the process of reclaiming their sense of self after life-altering illness, injury, or disability. By exploring shifting roles and core values, it provides a structured yet empathetic framework for clients to bridge the gap between who they were and who they are becoming.
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Therapy Activity

Online Dating with a Disability

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultOTSLPAgingBrain InjuryHealth Management and Self AdvocacyMotor Speech/Dysarthria/ApraxiaNervous System ConditionsProgressive Neurological ConditionsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
This resource provides a dual-purpose framework for therapists to facilitate dignified conversations about online dating with adults with disabilities. It balances clinical guidance on supporting autonomy without overstepping, paired with a practical planning tool to help clients navigate identity, boundaries, and safety in the digital dating world.
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Handout

UTI and Confusion

— US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPAgingBowel/BladderBrain InjuryDementia
This handout helps families and staff understand how sudden confusion can be an early sign of a UTI, especially in older adults or those with cognitive vulnerabilities. Use it to support interdisciplinary communication when they notice subtle changes in thinking during sessions.
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2026 Monthly Calendars

Print Resource — US Letter — 12 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryDementiaStroke
January-December 2026 low vision orientation calendars.
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Therapy Activity

2026 Weekly Calendars

Print Resource — US Letter — 53 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryDementiaStroke
January-December weekly calendar for memory and orientation.
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Eval Tool

Neuro-FAST (Neurological Functional Assessment Subtests for Therapists) Subtest of Smartphone and Technology Use

Print Resource — US letter — 6 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryProgressive Neurological ConditionsStroke
This subtest assesses real-world technology skills like using a phone, checking messages, navigating apps, and recognizing scams. It helps identify meaningful goals and build confidence using technology for communication, safety, and independence after a brain injury or stroke.
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Therapy Activity

Brain Injury Article Club: Identity and Transformation after Brain Injury

Print Resource — US letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryStroke
This group resource invites participants with brain injury to explore how identity can evolve through change and recovery. Use the included article and discussion guide to foster meaningful conversation, connection, and self-reflection around personal growth after injury.
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