About the Arizona Governor's Council on Spinal and Head Injuries (PDF, 913 KB)     A brief description of the Arizona Governor's Council on Spinal and Head Injuries and the services it provides. Are you Worried About your Head or Brain? (PDF, 958 KB)     Brain Injury checklist for adult traumatic brain injury survivors and their families. Arizona Child Fatality Review Program - 17th Annual Report - Nov2010 (, )     Annual report summarizing review findings, and recommendations regarding the prevention of child deaths. Arizona Spinal Cord Injury Brochure (PDF, 1.1 mb)     This brochure provides information about the Arizona Spinal Cord Injury Association and the services it provides. Brain Injury Association of Arizona (PDF, 765 KB)     The Brain Injury Association of Arizona is a community-based organization that provides support and education for individuals with brain injuries and their families. This brochure includes information about the association and about membership in the organization. Education and Rehabilitation of Children with Traumatic Brain Injuries (ZIP, 30.8 MB)     An eight-module course for educators. Chapters include: Introduction to TBI; Medical Aspects; Neuropsychological Assessment; Cognitive and Communitation Problems; Focus on the Family; Transition to Home, School and Work; Effective Therapies; School Strategies. Learning Objectives, Key Concepts and Vocabulary, Optional Assignments, and Particant Evaluation Form are included in each module. Post Concussive Disorder (PDF, 52 KB)     A definition of Mild Traumitic Brain Injury developed by the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine. Post-Concussive Symptomatology Checklist (pdf, 125 KB)     A reference card for health care providers and other professionals that describes common symptoms that may follow a mild traumatic brain injury. The card uses clinical language. Rural Crossing: Wheels to Independence REGISTRATION IS FREE!!! (, )     A conference for those affected by Spinal Cord Injury. You'll have the opportunity to find out what resources are available and how you can achieve the highest level of quality of life. Seeking Employment? (PDF, 356 KB)     A brochure describing the TBI Specialist Vocational Rehabilitation program. TBI Specialists around the state offer employment services for persons with TBI wyo are seriously pursuing either full- or part-time employment. Spinal Cord Injury Card for Primary Healthcare Providers (PDF, 174 KB)     A reference card on common conditions subsequent to spinal cord injury and suggestions for prevention and intervention. Statewide Symposium in Support of Military Families (PDF, 2 MB)     The Arizona Coalition for Military Families and our planning partners invite representatives of the military, government and all sectors of the community to attend the 2010 Statewide Symposium in Support of Military Families on July 14th - 16th. This 3-day conference event will focus on best practices and cross-sector collaboration in support of the 625,000+ Active Duty, Guard, Reserve and Veteran families living throughout Arizona. This event promises to be informative, connective and experiential! Statewide Symposium in Support of Military Families: Post-Symposium Clinical Track (PDF, 510 KB)     Providers throughout Arizona are invited to attend this one-day training focused on building Arizona’s capacity to serve, support and care for the 625,000+ military and veteran families living throughout our state. This training will include: 1) Assessment & intervention strategies for providing culturally competent care to the military and veteran population; 2) An orientation for using a “military lens” when viewing presenting symptoms in service members, veterans and/or families; 3) Special emphasis on co-occurring disorders (PTSD, TBI, substance use, suicidality); 4) Information on resources available in the military, government and community. Statewide Symposium in Support of Military Families: Post-Symposium Faith-Based Track (PDF, 283 KB)     Representatives of faith-based communities throughout Arizona are invited to attend this one-day training focused on building Arizona’s capacity to serve, support and care for the 625,000+ military and veteran families living throughout Arizona. This training will include: 1) Knowledge of life cycle spirituality issues experienced by military and veteran families. 2) Skills for one-on-one spiritual care. 3) Practical approaches for engaging our faith-based communities in supporting military and veteran families. 4) Cross-sector networking opportunities for Chaplains and faith-based communities to connect in support of families. Strategic Plan 2010 - 2013 - Arizona Governor's Council on Spinal and Head Injuries (PDF, 78.5 KB)     The three-year Strategic Plan for 2010-2013 worked on at the October 2, 2009, Strategic Planning Retreat was voted on and approved by the Council at the December 2, 2009, Council Meeting. Traumatic Brain Injury Among Arizona residents, 2010 (PDF, 805KB)     Annual report of traumatic brain injuries in Arizona developed and published by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Women's and Children's Health, Injury Prevention Program. Where To Find Help After a Brain or Spinal Cord Injury (PDF, 1.7 MB)     List of Arizona resources for individuals with brain or spinal cord injuries.