Brain Injury Services is dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals with brain injuries across Northern Virginia through our free programs and services. But we need your help to address critical gaps in concussion awareness and recovery.
Why This Matters - Our recent Public Opinion Research revealed:
Nearly 50% of Northern Virginians don’t know how to protect loved ones after an injury.
Over 75% would hesitate to report a concussion to employers.
Many are unaware of our free local recovery services
Why You Should Attend: This summit is a critical opportunity to influence how our community tackles concussion recovery. Your participation will directly impact the creation of a comprehensive Concussion Recovery Guide, set for release in March 2025 during Brain Injury Awareness Month.
Who Should Attend:
Advocates
Community Organizations
Employers and HR Professionals
Healthcare Providers
Educators and Athletic Directors
Sports Groups
Technology Providers
State and Local Leaders
Community Health Departments
Our Expert Panel Includes:
Dr. Juliet Haarbauer-Krupa, Health Scientist on the TBI Team, Division of Unintentional Injury, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Dr. Gregory O’Shanick, Medical Director of the Center for Neurorehabilitation Services and Chairman Emeritus, Brain Injury Association of America
John Reynolds –Athletics Administrator, Fairfax County Public Schools
Bryna Helfer, Ed.D., Director of Employment Supports and Innovative Partnerships Office of Disability Employment Policy, U.S. Department of Labor
Dr. Robin Bell, Veteran and Adjunct Professor of Justice, Law and Criminology American University
Campaign Goals:
Learning: Identify and address gaps in concussion recovery resources.
Collaborating: Engage in impactful discussions.
Committing: Develop a Concussion Recovery Report/Guide and promote ongoing collaborations.
Join Us at the Summit: Date: September 27, 2024 Time: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM Location: The Gerry Hyland Government Center
8350 Richmond Highway
Alexandria, VA 22309
FREE PARKING
Get into the spooky spirit of Halloween at the Workhouse Haunt! Back for our 11th season, we’re bringing even more scares (and laughter) to our popular creepy outdoor walk-through trail. Twisted Tales of Terror will lead guests on a frightening journey that brings them along abandoned, historic buildings where they will encounter terrifying characters and sights and sounds that are not for the faint of heart.
Twisted Tales of Terror
Where Fairy Tales Turn into Nightmares
Within the moonlit landscape, where shadows dance with sinister glee, a dark carnival has risen, adorned with dreadful denizens of the freakshow, their souls as twisted as the maze of corridors they roam. Led by the enigmatic ringleader, they journeyed through the veil of night, collecting fairy tales like trophies to adorn their macabre stage. But in the ringleader's hands, these tales morphed into grotesque parodies of their former selves, where happy endings are mere illusions, and despair reigns supreme.
Hang Out at the Haunt
To keep everything moving along, guests will travel in small groups via a timed entry. While waiting for your slot — or after your trail experience — have some Halloween fun with us.
Enjoy a mix of popular music and Halloween favorites, from our Haunt DJ in the Rizer Pavillon on Fridays, Saturdays, and Halloween Night.
Grab some refreshments at the bar, including Halloween-themed alcoholic and
non-alcoholic drinks.
Snack on sweet and savory food truck treats.
Visit the Haunt Pop-up Shop in Building 16, featuring artwork from Workhouse campus artists and other Halloween items! Fridays and Saturdays open 11 am-10 pm, Sundays noon-10 pm as well as 11 am-6 PM Wednesdays and Thursdays.
#SFCCmember Petite Smiles Dentistry is hosting a stuffed animal sleepover next month! For more info and to RSVP check this link: https://buff.ly/4dV2vgR
The Chamber invites members and the local business community to join us at Bunnyman Brewery at the Workhouse Arts Center. Stop by between 6:30p-8:30p on Tuesday, October 17!