THE CENTER FOR HEAD INJURY SERVICES

Programs

1. The vocational/employment services program gives people who have sustained a brain injury or other neurological impairment the opportunity to evaluate and build their work potential. Our vocational and employment professionals are guided by licensed medical therapists and licensed counselors. They provide work-oriented neuro-rehabilitation activities such as physical and cognitive assessments, assessing work capabilities, treatment to improve physical and mental stamina, neuropsychological evaluations, independent living assessments, compensatory strategy training, accommodation and technology training, social skills training, disability adjustment counseling and behavior therapies. After the person meets their rehabilitation goals, employment specialists continue training as needed in other areas to develop a successful work personality by building work skills in the areas of orientation to work rules and expectations. Employment specialists also provide assistance to improve job seeking and interviewing skills and to obtain employment. Once employed, the organization provides continuing employment support as needed to assist the individual in maintaining employment.

   $1,698,622 spent$1,605,207 earned by the program
   39% of program spending

2. Midwest adult autism project - this program is included in the organization's day services. The program provides integrated therapies designed specifically for persons with severe autism in a structured day program setting. The program serves patients with severe autism who are not eligible to participate in school system provided programs due to age. This program provides continuing speech/communication, sensory, occupational and applied behavioral analysis therapy to improve the young adults' ability to function in their home and community as an alternative to institutional placement.

   $549,955 spent$658,403 earned by the program
   13% of program spending

3. Community support services - for many people with disabilities, barriers in their communities may limit their choices for an independent life. The center offers a holistic approach to support the needs of those wanting to gain the skills to live independently, maintain employment and safely engage in the community.specialized occupational therapy is provided in the home to provide adaptive equipment, devices, and home/vehicle modifications designed to address independence, health/safety in the home and accessibility in the community.

   $971,316 spent$913,047 earned by the program
   22% of program spending

4. Adult day program- the center for specialized services offers quality care and supervised activities for individuals living with brain injuries or other cognitive disabilities. With half and full-day options available monday through friday, participants can enjoy a variety of stimulating activities adapted to their individual goals and capabilities. Caregivers can attend to other responsibilities during the workday, knowing their family member is in good hands.

   $659,947 spent$1,181,783 earned by the program
   15% of program spending

5. Medical/counseling- people often benefit from continued rehabilitation after leaving the hospital. The center's experienced, licensed medical professionals provide specialized brain injury rehabilitation services for those with brain injuries, autism and other developmental disabilities, including physical, occupational and speech therapies. The center's neuropsychologist works closely with the clinical services team, providing valuable assessment information throughout treatment. Since the effects of brain injury on individuals and their families can be devastating, we offer counseling to assist with the changes and adjustments that occur.

   $62,849 spent$35,383 earned by the program
   1% of program spending

6. Social enterprise- the center owns and operates a social enterprise as a means to provide training and employment opportunities for people with brain injuries, autism and other disabilities in the st. Louis area. A social enterprise is a business formed with socially conscious guiding principles. For the center, that means programs designed to train, employ and advance the lives of people with disabilities and creating self-sustaining and viable businesses that will serve the community in many different ways. All of the products from the center's social enterprises are handmade, packaged and sold with an integrated workforce. In addition to training and jobs, 100 percent of the proceeds of the businesses go to support the center's mission.

   $396,142 spent$115,543 earned by the program
   9% of program spending

The 6 programs described on its FY2023 Form 990, listed largest first by expense. Program spending in total: $4,338,831.