TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
Next meeting December 10th, 6:30 PM PST​
More meetings times are coming soon!
Are you living with or connected to someone who has survived a traumatic brain injury (TBI)?
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Looking for support?
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You are in the right place...
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We are a non-profit organization 501(c)(3)
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"Balance isn't something you find, it is something you create!"
WHO WE ARE
We provide a community, resources and support,
not medical diagnoses.
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This group is about supporting each other with our experiences, resources, a shoulder to lean on and most importantly...understanding and acceptance. The TBI survivor's journey is not theirs alone; family and friends are a large part of the healing and the day-to-day living. We offer real life experiences and support.
Check out our Meetings & Events tab!
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Meet our Board of Directors
Brenda Plechaty
Founder & President
Brenda Plechaty became a caregiver of a TBI survivor in 2016. Going through the recovery and many changes to her life due to becoming the caregiver she looked for others experiencing the same journey. Not finding a group that met her needs in 2018 she started this group. Her professional background was as the Director of Human Resources for a global architect firm. The experience she gained helping and working with people transferred over to this role seamlessly. 2023 she was recognized as one of Congressman John Garamendi's Women of the Year for her work and dedication to the family members supporting a brain injury survivor.
Terea Giannetta
RN,DNP,CPNP,FAANP
Board Member, Treasurer
Terea Giannetta is a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with more than 47 years of nursing experience in Acute care, Primary care and Specialty care. She has her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Brandman University. She has over 32 years of experience in Hematology and Oncology as well 34 years in education for undergraduate, graduate and doctoral nursing students. She has served as the Chief NP at a Children’s Hospital in Central California coordinating clinical practice for more than 70 NPs and had her practice in the Hematology clinic providing specialty care. She has been involved with National organizations as both elected and appointed Board positions. Recently retired from clinical practice, she continues as Professor Emeritus at California State University Fresno and teaches courses each summer for the School of Nursing.
Richard Delmonico PHD
Board Member, Secretary
Dr. Richard L. Delmonico is the Director of Neuropsychology at the Kaiser Foundation Rehabilitation Center, Regional Lead for Neuropsychology Services for Kaiser Permanente Northern California, a member of the Kaiser NCAL Sports Concussion Work Group, a Co-Founder of the Youth Sports Concussion Program at Kaiser Permanente Trauma Center, Vacaville, Co-Lead of the Kaiser Permanente NCAL TBI Research Group. and Co-Director of the Brain Injury Program at Kaiser Foundation Rehabilitation Center. He is a member of the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine, Brain Injury Special Interest Group – Mild TBI Task Force. He is also a member of the Board of Directors of the Schurig Center for Brain Injury Recovery and Emeritus member of the Board of Directors of the San Francisco Neurological Society. He was previously a member of the Board of Directors of the Brain Injury Association of California, and past president of the Northern California Neuropsychology Forum. Dr. Delmonico was an Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine (1999-2016) and an Adjunct Clinical Professor in the Clinical Psychology Training Program at Alliant University, San Francisco. In addition, Dr. Delmonico was previously the Lead Neuropsychologist for Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, TBI Model Systems Program. Dr. Delmonico has been working in rehabilitation and neuropsychology over the past 43 years. He has been the recipient of a number of professional awards including the San Francisco Neurological Society Community Service Award. His research, publications and professional presentations have focused on psychological, behavioral, sexuality, neuropsychological, substance abuse, and service utilization issues in adults and children with traumatic brain injury.
Contact Us
Email tbivallejo@gmail.com for more information.
Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, remotely.
6:30 pm PST. Following submission of the form,
you will be contacted with access info.
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Meetings & Events
Additional Resources
Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center
The MSKTC works closely with researchers in the 16 Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Model Systems to develop resources for people living with traumatic brain injuries and their supporters. These evidence-based materials are available in a variety of formats such as printable PDF documents, videos, and slideshows.​​​​
We are certified practitioners that specialize in neurological rehabilitation, with many years of experience. Our goal is to bring you resources that have never existed before.​
Their mission is to build bridges of care and communication providing love and support on a health journey.
Cognitively impaired people have difficulty with one or more of the basic functions of their brain, such as perception, memory, concentration and reasoning skills. Common causes of cognitive impairment include Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, stroke, Parkinson's disease, brain injury, brain tumor or HIV-associated dementia.​
Connecting caregivers to families.
​​Brain Injury Association
Brain Injury Association of America, if no local state chapter go here for help and information.​
To improve the quality of life of Veterans, non-veterans, and children living with brain injury and their caregivers through community integration, education, and advancement programs.
A complete way to care for caregivers.
Powered by high-tech and human touch, TCARE supports caregivers through the complexities of caregiving to help health plans, employers, and families get to a place of better care.
Brookhaven Neuro Rehabilitation Network
Brookhaven Rehabilitation & Health Care Center is a warm and caring skilled nursing facility.
Cognitive Health Coaching - the individualized support, advocacy, and clinical knowledge you deserve as you navigate life after brain injury.
Moody Neurorehabilitation Center
Achieving breakthroughs in brain injury through our neurorehabilitation center.
Senior Helpers
Senior Helpers® is the nation's premier provider of in-home senior care, with locations all across the country. Our services range from specialized care for those with chronic diseases to companion services for seniors looking for assistance with daily activities
Begin planning your future with an ABLE account.
Financial empowerment and community inclusion for people with disabilities
​State Resources
Alabama
Alabama Head Injury Foundation
To improve the quality of life for survivors of traumatic brain injury and their families.​
Alaska
Need Help Navigating Social Services in Alaska
Daybreak helps Alaskans facing serious mental illness, brain injuries, or reentry after incarceration find stability and independence. Through personalized resource facilitation, Daybreak connects clients to housing, employment, healthcare, and daily living support—walking alongside them in their recovery journey.
Arizona
Arkansas
California
CA Department of Rehabilitation (DOR)
The DOR has many resources and programs. Click on PROGRAMS to see the large selection.
Protecting and advancing the rights of individuals with disabilities across California for more than 40 years.
CATBI – California Association for Traumatic Brain Injury is a group of sites providing services to assist individuals with traumatic brain injuries to live as independently as possible within their communities.
Kaiser Foundation Rehabilitation Center​
Northern CA brain injury rehabilitation center for all of Kaiser.
Harnessing the healing power of community, Schurig Center helps people adjust to life changes and thrive after brain injury.
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Brain Injury Association​​
Georgia
Hawaii
Brain Injury Association​​
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Brain Injury Association​​​​​
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota​
Minnesota Brain Injury and Spinal Cord
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
North Dakota Brain Injury Network
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Brain Injury Association​​
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington​
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
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