You have 7 X higher chance of BRAIN INJURY than developing BREAST CANCER.

JUNE 2006 Words to Ponder “I do solemnly swear (affirm) that I will faithfully executed the office of President of the United States of America & will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect & defend the constitution of the United States of America.” Executive Oath of Office “It is the duty of nations, as well as of men & women, to own their dependence upon the overruling power of God & to recognize the sublime truth announced in the Holy Scriptures & proven by all history, that those nations only, are blessed whose God is Lord.” Abraham Lincoln “Let us go forth to lead the land we love, asking His blessing & His help, but knowing that while here on earth, God’s work must truly be our own.” John F. Kennedy “The God who gave us life gave us liberty as well.” Thomas Jefferson Freedom is one of the deepest & noblest aspirations of the human spirit.” Ronald Reagan “While this duty as President rests upon me I shall do my utmost to speak their purpose & to do their will, seeking Divine guidance to help us each & every one to give light to them that sit in darkness & to guide our feet into the way of peace as much as possible.” Franklin D. Roosevelt GUIDELINES for Displaying the American Flag-the flag represents a living country & is itself considered a living thing. The lapel flag pin, being a replica, should be worn nearest to the heart. 1. The Flag Should be flown daily from sunrise to sunset in good weather from public buildings, schools, permanent staffs/poles & or near voting places on Election Day. The Flag is also to be displayed 24 hours a day on patriotic holidays--day & properly illuminated at night. 2. The Flag Should not be displayed on days when the weather is bad except when an all weather flag is used. 3. The Flag Should always be flown on national, state holidays & on days proclaimed by the President. On Memorial day the flag shall fly at half mast. 4. The Flag Should be hoisted briskly & lowered ceremoniously. The flag should never be dipped to any person or displayed with the union down except as a signal of dire distress. 5. The Flag Should never touch anything beneath it, nor should it ever be carried flat or horizontally. 6. The Flag Should never be used as wearing apparel, bedding, drapery, decoration, carrying or holding anything. It should never be used as a covering for a ceiling. 7. The Flag Should never be fastened, displayed, used or stored in a manner as to be easily torn, soiled or damaged. 8. The Flag Should never be draped over a car unless it is fixed firmly to the chassis or clamped on to the fender. 9. The Flag or its staff/pole Should never be used for advertising purposes. Nor should any picture, drawing, insignia or decoration be placed on or attached to the flag, its staff. 10. The Flag Should not be embroidered onto cushions, handkerchiefs, any personal item, nor printed onto. A flag patch may be affixed to the uniform of military police, fireman, police persons or other patriotic organizations. 11. The Flag Should be destroyed in a dignified manner, preferably by burning or brought to a designated worn flag center (often times a VFW) . North Central Indiana Brain Injury Association THE GOAL of the North Central Brain Injury Association (BIA) Support Group is to be an advocacy group for those people who have been brain injured in the counties in North Central Indiana. These are Howard, Hamilton, Tipton, & Cass counties. Visitors welcome. We will support those who are disabled with brain injuries & invite them to our monthly support group meeting. The meetings will contain matter intended to be used by those attending (brain injured, caregivers, guests, and professionals in the field of brain injury) to improve the life of the brain injured in the areas of improving health, better education, & quality of life. Indiana BIA Hotline:866-854-4246; North Central Indiana BIA Chaplain: 765-675-6370. Annual Brain Injury Association State Conference-October 11 & 12, 2007 in Indpls, IN. Brain Injury DIRECTORIES ARE AVAILABLE AT THE MEETINGS! Get Yours Today! ANNUAL PIG ROAST is AUGUST 25th at Curt & Barb’s house in Denver, IN-details next month. Don’t forget to mark your calendars now! It’s the perfect setting with lots of breeze. “O beautiful for heroes proved In liberating strife, Who more than self their country loved & mercy more than life! America! America! May God like gold refine, Till all success be nobleness And ever gain divine.” With the founding of the USA army in 1775-over a year before the Declaration of Independence--the US Army has played a vital role in the growth & development of our country. The country has defended itself against many who did not understand the constitution & its parameters. Of course, the country has made terrible mistakes in the handling of issues such as: slavery, treatment of the American Indians, early immigrants, & the treatment of mental illness. Yet America continues to evolve to a more unified lifestyle & through it all has been the USA Army. As other branches of service were quickly added to our nation one fact remains: the USA Army remained 1st and faithful in our history. It is only fitting that our nation take care of it’s oldest & dearest protectors by providing more than adequate care for our wounded soldiers. This is especially true when so many have & continue to have wounds & illness from head traumas & brain injury. The recent exchanges in varies countries have shown through military medical testing that the damage to the brain when IUD’s & IED’s explode around soldiers deserves notice. Unfortunately war & skirmishes have been a reality throughout time, but now medical help is available to soldiers & family/friends who become care-givers. Indianapolis, IN is one USA city, leading the way in dealing with seriously wounded soldiers coming home from Irag. Roudebush Veterans Affairs Medical Center is an 11-bed unit offering services to those with head injury & brain injury, as well as, other serious war related injuries. State News Indiana BIA is currently accepting questions. Please call-317-356-7722 or email-info@biai.org with your question regarding a legal issue, medical issue, school issue, or any other concern that you may have regarding brain injury. Be sure to include your name & city in which you reside. Thank you! Part Time Volunteer for the Indiana Brain Injury Assoc.-Volunteers needed to serve on one of eight (8) committees: Education and BIA Research, Membership, Organizational Capacity, Public Policy, Public Relations & Marketing. Support Group, and Strategic Planning. Please call-317-356-7722 or email-info@biai.org . Part-Time Volunteer for the Indiana Brain Injury Assoc.-Part time position. Hours & volunteer-time flexible. Help with administrative tasks and the upcoming education conference on October 11 & 12, 2007 in Indianapolis, IN. Call: 317-356-7722 or info@biai.org. Part Time Volunteer for the Indiana Brain Injury Assoc.-Volunteers needed to assist with the establishing the Clubhouse. Call: 317-356-7722 or Respond to: Stacy Payne, info@biai.org. Hope for Tomorrow We say good bye to spring as summer is upon us. It is time for outdoor picnics, walking around the block or a time to visit with friends. Ecclesiastes 5.18-“…It is good & fitting for one to eat & drink & enjoy the good of all his/her labor…all the days of his/her life…this is a gift from God…” Yet for the brain injured or care-givers it is often a time to reflect on how life has changed--regressed or progressed. As with everything in life, everything changes-one’s abilities, personality & physical health. Depression can slowly pursue if we do not lay hold of it…God’s promise to each person, whether physically challenged or not: Daniel 10:19-“…Be strong…strengthen… for the Lord has strengthened me…” Although each day is an unknown, it is also an opportunity to start fresh everyday…to take hold of the challenges & struggles. To prove to oneself that life can be fulfilling despite health challenges. Ecclesiastes 3:1-“To everything there is a season …A time to break down, a time to build up…” The specifics of each person’s brain injury varies, but one thing that is common is the fact that physical &/or mental challenges can prohibit or impair one from doing what was once taken for granted. Life becomes a challenge every second, every minute, & every day. A disability is either hidden to the public or “out there” for people to see & perhaps judge us by. One who does not judge us by our impairments or short-comings is our Heavenly Father. We too can change with the season. We need to intentionally choose to be invigorated & grow with whatever opportunities life brings our way. Window-shopping, power walking or bicycling are imperative physical tasks God would choose us to embrace. Ecclesiastes 5:3“…a dream comes through much activity…” Reading or listening to tapes help provide a positive attitude, but it is up to each individual to choose joy & peace. This, we must forever keep in the forefront as we meet the challenges of the moment of every day. Further Info: Life Wide Open by D. Jeramiah. May 21, 2007-Meeting Recap by C. Onuska The Meeting Opened with a blessing by the North Central Indiana Brain Injury Association Support Group Chaplin, Reverend Jim Tucker. Welcome of all members & visitors was conducted by President Russ Ragland. Members introduced themselves & shared their brain injury experiences with the group. Returning member, Shane M. shared his experiences with brain injury since his 2000 car/truck accident. Shane’s current goal is to develop his skills/abilities & talents to become more independent. Old Business Discussed-none. New Business Discussed was an open discussion of the upcoming schedule for the summer for the group members & guests. Any changes/additions to the Members Directory, this included disability updates, photos, individual thoughts, goals, or information. A contest will be held to design a new logo for the Indiana Brain Injury Assoc. (BIA)-more details later. The Indiana BIA Conference will be held in Indianapolis on October 11 & 12, 2007. Guest Speakers were the Indianapolis, Indiana Brain Injury Association (BIA) Executive Director, Stacey Payne as well as, Deb Smith, past BIA Board President & currently a case manager supervisor at the Rehabilitation Hospital in Indpls, IN. Surveys were distributed to members, care-givers & guests to fill out then send in to the BIA office. These surveys will be used to assess the needs of brain injured & care-givers. Payne & Smith distributed current Indiana BIA brochures & opened the meeting to questions /answer. The Meeting Closed by Russ Ragland. Refreshments-provided by Howard Regional System West Dietary Department & Chuck & TJ O. Who’s In OUR Community Stacy Payne is a graduate of our own Purdue University with a Masters Degree in Management from Indiana Wesleyan. She comes to the Brain Injury Association (BIA) of Indiana after employment with Big Brothers & Sisters. Stacy Payne & fiancé, Henry will be married at the end of summer with residency in Indianapolis, Indiana. Payne is affiliated with local established organizations such as: the Junior League of Indianapolis as well as Path Finders Awards Committee for Indiana Sports Corp. Stacy Payne enjoys relaxing with friends & family, working-out, & enjoys nature. Payne is contemporary & edgy in her desire to continue the advancement of services & understanding of brain injury & the brain injured. While Payne is trained to manage the day to day operations of the BIA Office of Indiana, she also desires to establish a close relationship with the 15 Indiana BIA Support Groups. Payne accomplishes this through phone calls, email, newsletters, & legislative updates. Payne is open to ideas/suggestions on further communication with each of the 15 Brain Injury Association (BIA) Support Groups in Indiana. To contact Stacy Payne’s office call 317-356-7722 or866-854-4246; email biausa.org/indiana.