Brain Injury and Relationships: Why Connection Changes After ABI and How Recovery Can Support Stronger Relationships
Brain injury impacts more than memory and physical abilities—it can change communication, emotional regulation, decision-making, and relationships. Learn how acquired brain injury (ABI) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) affect spouses, families, friendships, and social connection, and how specialized rehabilitation, Connecticut ABI Waiver services, and SLG’s multidisciplinary clinical team help individuals rebuild relationships and achieve meaningful independence after brain injury.
Housing After Brain Injury: Creating Opportunities for Independence, Safety, and Community Living
Finding safe, affordable, and supportive housing after a brain injury can be one of the greatest challenges for individuals with acquired brain injury (ABI) and traumatic brain injury (TBI). Learn how specialized brain injury housing options, Connecticut ABI Waiver services, supported living, and Independent Living Skills Training (ILST) help individuals build independence, maintain community living, and achieve long-term success. The Supported Living Group provides statewide subsidized housing options for ABI Waiver participants and private pay individuals throughout Connecticut, creating opportunities for individuals to live safely with the supports they need.
Returning to College After Brain Injury: Helping Students Rebuild Confidence, Skills, and Academic Success
Returning to college after a brain injury can present unique challenges related to memory, executive functioning, cognitive fatigue, emotional regulation, and independent living skills. Learn how students with acquired brain injury (ABI) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) can successfully pursue higher education through individualized supports, academic accommodations, Independent Living Skills Training (ILST), and Connecticut ABI Waiver services. The Supported Living Group helps individuals rebuild confidence, develop strategies for success, and achieve their educational goals while navigating life after brain injury.
Emotional Regulation After Brain Injury: Understanding One of the Most Misunderstood Effects of ABI and TBI
Emotional regulation challenges after acquired brain injury (ABI) are among the most misunderstood effects of brain injury. Learn how ABI and TBI can impact frustration tolerance, impulse control, behavior, relationships, and independence. Explore how The Supported Living Group’s multidisciplinary clinical team—including a neuropsychologist, occupational therapists, BCBA professionals, LPCs, and a CBIS-T—provides specialized Connecticut ABI Waiver services that address the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral challenges of life after brain injury.
Community Reintegration After TBI: Recovery Doesn't End When Rehabilitation Does
Recovering from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) doesn't end when rehabilitation services conclude—it continues through successful community reintegration. Learn how individuals with an acquired brain injury rebuild independence, confidence, and meaningful participation in everyday life through community-based rehabilitation, Independent Living Skills Training (ILST), and Connecticut ABI Waiver services. This guide explores the challenges of returning home after a brain injury, overcoming cognitive and emotional barriers, reconnecting with family and community, and achieving long-term success through person-centered support.
How to Choose the Right Brain Injury Support Agency in Connecticut: Questions to Ask and Red Flags to Avoid
Choosing a brain injury support agency is one of the most important decisions a survivor and their family can make. Whether you’re new to the Connecticut ABI Waiver or exploring a change in providers, the quality and fit of your support team can dramatically impact your recovery, independence, and quality of life.
While the conflict-free referral process aims to reduce bias in provider selection, it’s far from perfect. Survivors and families must take initiative to interview providers, visit programs, and ask the right questions to ensure the best match.