Call for Presenters
The Brain Injury Florida Conference/Education Committee invites presentation proposals for the 4th Annual Educational Conference - Supporting and Empowering Florida’s Brain Injury Action Plan, to be held at the University of Florida Research & Academic Center, Lake Nona, 6550 Sanger Road, Orlando, FL 32827 on May 14-15, 2026. Please complete the following form if you would like to be considered for our conference. Click here for form
Bowling for Brain Injury 2025
🎳 Bowling for Brain Injury 🎳Saturday, November 1, 2025 | 3:00 – 5:00 PMBrandon Crossroads Bowl Join us for an afternoon of fun, strikes, and community spirit—all for a great cause! Bowling for Brain Injury brings people together to raise awareness and funds to support individuals and families living with brain injury. 🌀 Whether you’re a seasoned bowler or just looking for some friendly competition, this event is the perfect [...]
Would You Like to Participate In TBI Research?
Have you experienced a moderate-severe Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) or are you the care partner of someone with a moderate-severe TBI? Did you or your loved one participate in inpatient rehabilitation in the past 10 years? Are you at least 18 years and older? If so, you may be interested in a paid research study currently being conducted by James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital that is funded by the Department [...]
Statewide Webinar to be Held to Introduce Brain Injury Action Plan for Florida
UF experts and Brain Injury Florida launch state’s new brain injury action plan Nearly 1 million Floridians are living with the effects of brain injury and, for many, access to rehabilitation and resources is a challenge. Now, experts from the University of Florida’s Brain Injury, Rehabilitation, and Neuroresilience Center and partners at the advocacy group Brain Injury Florida are taking a big step to address this issue. Together, they have [...]
Survivor Story – Annistyn Griffin
Annistyn Griffins TBI story Growing up in a small rural town, many families use ATV’s and golf carts as their way of transportation through farmland and fields. For a small-town girl like me, going to high school that is in the middle of nowhere, there is only a small percentage of kids who grew up in suburban areas, but I found myself becoming friends with a few. As I became [...]
100 Mile Bike Ride Completed
Ritaann Schultz has made her 100 mile ride promoting Functional Therapy for Brain Injury. She was met at the finish line by BIF Board President Denny Armington. https://www.wctv.tv/2025/03/28/something-good-navy-veteran-bikes-100-miles-advocate-brain-injury-awareness/
Survivor Story – Tim Sorady
My Story and Journey Tim Sorady – Sumter County My story begins in the early morning of 16 November 2020, as I was riding my motorcycle to work. A 2017 Harley Trike with just over 5,200 miles on it. As I rode barely five miles from home, a truck turned left in front of me. Unable to stop, or avoid the truck, I hit it. I flew off the [...]
Florida Brain Injury Action Plan
Brain Injury Florida is pleased to announce that the Florida Brain Injury Action Plan has been released. This plan is a living document based on the survey conducted last year. It will be the outline for the next five years toward making Florida more aware and understanding of brain injuries. To see the Florida Brain Injury Action Plan click here
Survivor Story – Philip Romano
I feel that my story is not about my injury. The story of my injury is the most boring thing ever I was going to the store to get eggs and I got run over by a car. The most interesting part of the story to me is that when the EMS arrived, I was conscious and sitting on the hood of the car that hit me. I then told [...]
Survivor Story – Anna Pope
October 24, 2010 Hello! My name is Anna. I am a very severe Traumatic Brain Injury Survivor. I acquired my brain injury from a vehicle accident I was involved in wile I was a passenger in a truck on October 24, 2010. This accident occurred after a wedding, a best friend’s wedding, I attended with a friend, ex-boyfriend. This friend and I were no longer dating but agreed to go [...]
Survivor Story – Peter Shepis
As part of Brain Injury Awareness Month, we will be bringing you stories of courage, and perseverance from those with lived experience of a brain injury. Our first comes from Peter Shepis MS, CRC, CWIC. He has overcome in his life challenges, and now helps others overcome adversity. Here is Peter's story: I work for the Florida Department of Education, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) as a Program Administrator [...]
Brain Injury Florida Joins James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital Brain Injury Resource Fair
On March 5, 2025, Brain Injury Florida had the privilege of attending the Brain Injury Resource Fair at James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital in Tampa. This event provided a valuable opportunity to connect with individuals who have lived experience with brain injury, as well as the dedicated healthcare professionals and community organizations who support them. Our representatives engaged with veterans, caregivers, and medical staff to share information about Brain Injury [...]
Brain Injury Florida 2024 Annual Report
Brain Injury Florida (BIF) is pleased to announce the release of its 2024 Annual Report. Please read to see all the progress made this past year to improve the quality of life of those with lived experience of a brain injury and their loved ones, as well as the exciting things planned for 2025.
Florida Statewide Brain Injury Advisory Board
Advancing Support and Awareness for Brain Injury Survivors The Florida Statewide Brain Injury Advisory Board, established through a grant from the Administration for Community Living, continues its critical work in shaping policy and resources for brain injury survivors. This initiative, awarded to the University of Florida BRAIN Center and Brain Injury Florida in cooperation with the Florida Department of Health, aims to create a comprehensive framework to monitor, record, and [...]
70-Year-Old Veteran Rides 100 Miles to Promote Functional Therapy for Brain Injury Survivors
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Timothy Sorady Brain Injury Florida tsorady@braininjuryfl.org 70-Year-Old Veteran Rides 100 Miles to Promote Functional Therapy for Brain Injury Survivors Tallahassee, FL – On March 24, 2025, Ritaann Schultz, a 70-year-old disabled Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Navy, will embark on a 100-mile bicycle ride to raise awareness for functional therapy for brain injury survivors. Beginning at the Withlacoochee Trailhead and traveling along the Suncoast Trail, she [...]
Bowling for Brain Injury Tampa Event to Support Brain Injury Survivors
Brandon, FL - August 13, 2024 – Brain Injury Florida (BIF) is thrilled to announce the Bowling for Brain Injury event in the Tampa area, taking place on August 17th, 2024, at Brandon Crossroads Bowl, 609 Crater Ln, Tampa, FL 33619. This event aims to raise awareness and funds to support brain injury survivors and their families. The highlight of the event will be the inspiring testimony of Rod Frazier, a 21-year [...]
Brain Injury Florida Honors Dr. Jim Gyurke
Brain Injury Florida (BIF) is deeply saddened to announce the unexpected passing of our corporate Secretary, Board member and friend, Jim Gyurke. Dr. Gyurke, a developmental psychologist and astute businessman, had served on the BIF Board since incorporation in August, 2022. Having spent 30 years in the healthcare and psychological testing industry, Jim’s wise counsel has been instrumental in the rapid growth and establishment of BIF as a trusted [...]
Brain Injury Florida Brain Injury Information Line Volunteers Successfully Complete Training
[4 January 2024] — Brain Injury Florida (BIF) proudly announces the successful completion of training on Brain Injury Fundamentals by its first group of dedicated volunteers. This milestone marks the first step towards launching the Brain Injury Information Line (BIIL), a vital resource for individuals affected by brain injuries. The volunteers demonstrated exceptional commitment and enthusiasm throughout the training, acquiring in-depth knowledge and expertise in the fundamental aspects of brain [...]
Brain Injury Florida, Affiliate of Brain Injury Association of America, Announces Its’ First Fundraising Race, 5K Run, Walk & Roll
Brain Injury Florida, Affiliate of Brain Injury Association of America, Announces Its’ First Fundraising Race, 5K Run, Walk & Roll, to support Brain Injury Awareness, Education and Outreach, Treatment & Support ORLANDO, FL (November 7, 2023) - Brain Injury Florida announced today the kick-off of their first fundraising race, 5K Run, Walk & Roll, taking place in Orlando on January 27, 2024. Brain Injury Florida is a chartered [...]
Traumatic Brain Injury Through a Bikers Eyes – A book by Tim Sorady
"It Will Never Happen to Me" - Traumatic Brain Injury Through a Bikers Eyes Brain Injury Florida, Inc. is a new BIAA statewide affiliate serving the projected 899,924 Floridians impacted by acquired brain injury! And like all “start-ups”, we have relied on volunteers for our purpose, and progress made to date. In an organizational callout for volunteers we met Tim, a recent survivor, who offered his interest, and [...]
