Purpose of BABIS:

––– Provide socialization for individuals with acquired brain injury, and their families and friends

––– Educate the community about acquired brain injury

––– Supply members and the community with local and national resources

––– Offer support and coping strategies

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BABIS Calendar

Please join us on the
First Saturday of the Month*
at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital in
Conference Rooms 8A & 8B
from 10AM to 12PM

Frequently Asked Questions
about BABIS

Q: What is BABIS?
A: BABIS stands for BOSTON ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT GROUP.

Q: How did BABIS start?
A: BABIS was started in January 2001 by a multidisciplinary group of clinicians as well as families and survivors. It is a community support group for people of all ages who have had some type of brain injury.

Q: What is the mission of BABIS?
A: The mission of BABIS is to provide a positive forum for peer socialization, hope and education for people with acquired brain injury, their families and their friends.

Q: What happens at a BABIS Meeting?
A: We offer support to individuals with acquired brain injuries, their families and friends, and professionals.

Q: What is the format of the group?
A: 10:00-10:30 AM: Socialization and refreshments
10:30-12:00 PM Presentation of a topic of interest by lecture or panel discussion. A separate family/ caregiver discussion takes place at the same time.


Q: How do I become a member?
A: It’s easy! You can email us at babisgroup@hotmail.com, call Sally Johnson, LICSW at 617-573-2539 or just show up to one of our meetings.


Q: How often do you meet?
A: We typically meet the first Saturday of each month from 10AM to 12PM in Conference Rooms 8A and 8B at Spaulding Rehab Hospital.

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