Advocacy
What is self-advocacy?
What is: the act of representing oneself and one's interests, particularly in situations where others may not be aware of or understand one's needs?
What U.S. law protects people with brain injuries from discrimination in employment?
What is ADA?
You feel overwhelmed in a noisy public space (like a grocery store or transit station).
Practice calming strategies and asking for help.
Use clear, brief language to explain the situation.
Calmly leave the store or find a quiet space
What are images, videos, or drawings to help individuals navigate daily life more independently and confidently?
Name one benefit of self-advocacy
What is: Empowerment/Increases self-esteem. · Involved in your own process and have a say in your situation?
What does ADA stand for?
What is The Americans with Disabilities Act
Your friend appears upset during a conversation and you feel like there could be conflict.
What is: Let the other person finish talking and listen to what they have to say.
Give one strategy you can use when learning something new
What is: focus on one topic at a time, write down information, break down information into smaller parts, ask them to repeat what was said
A group of people with common experiences or concerns who provide each other with encouragement, comfort, and advice
What is a support group?
Name a certain type of housing ADA applies to
What is the fair housing act?
What is: ask for a quiet workspace, extra breaks?
Name a strategy you can use when your social energy is running low
What is: Find a quiet space, take breaks, speak up!
Name a professional that can assist you with advocating
What are: Professionals like case managers, therapists, or social workers help advocate for services, funding, or accommodations?
Name one service or program ADA applies to
What is:
Examples of state and local government activities include:
Public education
Transportation
Recreation
Health care
Social services
Courts
Voting
Emergency services
Town meetings
You have been experiencing memory issues and fatigue due to feeling rushed during medical appointments
Practice stating health concerns clearly and concisely.
Ask for extra time or accommodations (e.g., written instructions, longer appointment).
Use a note or checklist if needed.
Describe a strategy someone with a brain injury could use to advocate for themselves in a medical setting.
Ask a doctor to write down what they are telling you during an appointment.
Advocacy matters because...
What is: Advocacy empowers survivors to regain control, independence, and dignity.
Name a place of public accomodation
What is:
Title III of the ADA applies to places of public accommodation, which are private entities that are open to the public.
You are trying to apply for specific benefits but is struggling with forms and overwhelmed by the process.
Ask for clear explanations or help filling out forms.
Learn how to request accommodations (e.g., slower pace, plain language).
Practice staying calm under stress and following up.
Define a compensatory communication strategy
What is: techniques used to work around or minimize the impact of a communication impairment. They don't aim to fix the underlying problem, but rather help individuals communicate more effectively despite it.