During an evaluation, individuals interested in receiving care are assessed through tests and interviews for three to five days to determine if their main concern is treatable. A team of program directors, veteran coordinators, therapists, and nursing and physician staff work to determine a candidate’s eligibility.

During the intervention phase, those accepted into the program are offered personalized treatment as part of a three-week program. Interventions might be cognitive, physical, emotional and/or psychosocial. Family members attend at the end of the program to learn how to provide support at home.

Based on patient needs, team clinicians may include:

• A physician who is a rehabilitation specialist in traumatic brain injury and experienced with military veterans physiotherapist who understands TBIs and the consequences of concussion psychologist and neuropsychiatrist who provide emotional support therapists of different disciplines (physical, occupational, recreational, etc.).
• Administrative staff will direct programs and coordinate travel for individuals. At the same time, a nurse monitors their health throughout the program.
• For caregivers and family members, the MRIBH will offer education regarding the effects of traumatic brain injury, provide access to available resources, and provide the guidance needed to support their loved one while taking care of themselves as well.