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Racing to Cure Traumatic Brain Injuries
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, from 2006 to 2014, the number of Traumatic Brain Injury - TBI- related emergency department visits, hospitalizations, and deaths increased by 53%. Car accidents, sports injuries, occupational accidents, or war – all can leave one with operations and years of recovery. Those who survive a TBI can face effects that last a few days, or the rest of their lives. These issues not only affect individuals but also can have lasting effects on families and communities.
Several years ago my 19 year old cousin, Corey Andy suffered a TBI. During the following year we watched as Corey worked diligently with Occupational, Physical and Speech Therapists, to rebuild his life, so he could return to manage his lawn care business. His drive and motivation were an inspiration to everyone that knew him and he never gave up exercising, practicing his speech and movements and working to recover. His mantra in life was “Why sit down when you can stand up and live life”. Although he passed away the following year, his memory and zest for life continue to be an inspiration to me and our family.
In keeping Corey’s legacy alive and to help others who are experiencing TBI, I am raising money to help with research and ongoing assistance for those who suffered a TBI. In training for this triathlon I’m pushing myself in the same way Corey tackled his TBI, with hard work and faith - it can make a difference. I will be running in the North Carolina Half Ironman Triatholon on October 19 with all donation going to the Brain Injury Association of Pennsylvania.
I would appreciate your support and together we can provide support for those who have suffered a TBI, assist in bringing innovative research and introduce programs for community re-entry and prevention.
God Bless
More information about Brain Injury Association of Pennsylvania Inc: To Foster A Community Of Education, Advocacy, Supports, And Research To Maximize The Quality Of Life For Those With Brain Injuries And Their Families.
Several years ago my 19 year old cousin, Corey Andy suffered a TBI. During the following year we watched as Corey worked diligently with Occupational, Physical and Speech Therapists, to rebuild his life, so he could return to manage his lawn care business. His drive and motivation were an inspiration to everyone that knew him and he never gave up exercising, practicing his speech and movements and working to recover. His mantra in life was “Why sit down when you can stand up and live life”. Although he passed away the following year, his memory and zest for life continue to be an inspiration to me and our family.
In keeping Corey’s legacy alive and to help others who are experiencing TBI, I am raising money to help with research and ongoing assistance for those who suffered a TBI. In training for this triathlon I’m pushing myself in the same way Corey tackled his TBI, with hard work and faith - it can make a difference. I will be running in the North Carolina Half Ironman Triatholon on October 19 with all donation going to the Brain Injury Association of Pennsylvania.
I would appreciate your support and together we can provide support for those who have suffered a TBI, assist in bringing innovative research and introduce programs for community re-entry and prevention.
God Bless
More information about Brain Injury Association of Pennsylvania Inc: To Foster A Community Of Education, Advocacy, Supports, And Research To Maximize The Quality Of Life For Those With Brain Injuries And Their Families.
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