Amy Longmore, founder of Unmask the Invisible, shares her family's journey into the brain injury community following her daughter Sierra's severe traumatic brain injury from a car crash. Amy discusses the challenges they faced, the gaps in services they identified, and how they established a nonprofit organization to support TBI survivors and their families. From developing sibling support groups to creating therapeutic art programs, Amy's work is driven by a passion for improving the lives of those affected by brain injuries. This episode highlights the importance of family involvement, the need for better post-acute care, and the potential for individuals to find new abilities within their disabilities.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The importance of family and sibling support in TBI recovery
• Developing therapeutic art programs and weighted paintbrushes
• Addressing gaps in post-acute care and advocating for better services

Resources:

• Facebook Group: Unmask the Invisible
• Website: Unmask the Invisible