[DebraJeane]

I have joined this group in hopes of finding information on TBIs and SSD.

My son was injured back in September 2011. The result is TBI.

I read a few comments last night and appreciate the insight and that the members of this site are willing to open up and talk about all that goes on in their lives.

I hope that I may be able to contribute in a postive way to all.

Thank you!

[Lightrail11]

Hi Debra and welcome.

I'm a TBI survivor also. Rather than go into my story in detail I'll just say that patience, support, and indeed, hope, are key ingredients to healing.

My injury was in November 2010. The cognitive part of my recovery took about 6 months, the emotional part is ongoing, but for the most part I’m glad to be alive. You may PM me if you would like more details.

Best to you and your son as you contiue your recovery.

[DebraJeane]

Thank you for taking the time to answer my message.

My son goes to the neurosurgeon tomorrow for stitch removal from the surgery.

I wrote a letter and faxed it to the doctor asking for information on his condition and what is our next step for recovery.

I am currently working in NJ and my son is in Florida.

I advised his surgeon that he has a SSD claim and what we need to proceed in qualifying for this benefit.

It is a waiting game and hopefully tomorrow I will have the answers to go forward.

D

[Rrae]

Welcome to NT!

I'm very sorry about your son's accident.
We've got some fantastic forums here and I'm sure you'll find them very useful. People here are very supportive and helpful.

Here's the TBI forum:
http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/fo...sprune=-1&f=92

Here's the SSD forum:
http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/fo...sprune=-1&f=28

Just holler if you have any questions or need help finding your way around.
It's great to have you!

Caring,
Rae

[Darlene]

DebraJeane,

Hello and welcome to NeuroTalk. Happy to see you have come to be with us. There are great number and caring fellow members here, you will see we are supportive and relaxing place. Just let us know if we can be of any help. Our shoulders are here for support in many ways. Looks as though Rae has gotten you started.

Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Darlene