BIAT is a voice for brain injury in Tasmania.

The Brain Injury Association of Tasmania is the peak body for people living with or affected by brain injury across the state.
How can BIAT assist me? →Learn more →
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Brain Injury Awareness Week 2020

The theme for BIA Week in 2020 is "Brain Injury in the Community" →

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BIAT and COVID-19

Read BIAT's statement and measures in response to the Coronavirus →

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How do I contact BIAT?

You can contact BIAT through our contact information, online form or social media →

About The Brain Injury Association of Tasmania (BIAT)

BIAT is a non-government, state-wide, not-for-profit organisation working for people with acquired brain injury (ABI), their families and other stakeholders.

A major role of BIAT is to promote community awareness and understanding of acquired brain injury, in terms of both prevention and the impact of ABI on the lives of individuals, families and the broader community.

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Latest News and Events

August 10, 2020

Online Event: Q & A session with retired clinical neuropsychologist, Mark Lamont

This is a Brain Injury Awareness Week 2020 Facebook LIVE event. Do you have a question for Mark? Now is your chance to learn more about: retraining the brain, concentration, motivation, behavioural management and more.

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August 7, 2020

Tasmanian Launch of Brain Injury Awareness Week 2020

Please join the Brain Injury Association of Tasmania (BIAT) to celebrate the online launch of Brain Injury Awareness Week in Tasmania by BIAT President, Dario Tomat.

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August 7, 2020

August 2020 - Brain Injury Peer Support Groups

BIAT is pleased to announce August Peer Support Groups will be held in person in a COVID-safe environment: Hobart (11th), Launceston (17th), Ulverstone (18th). As part of Brain Injury Awareness Week 2020, the Ulverstone group will be followed by an online Q & A session with retired neuropsychologist, Mark Lamont.

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Would you like further assistance or information on brain injury?

Contact us - The Brain Injury Association of Tasmania (BIAT).

BIAT not only provides information for individuals, but also for family members, carers, service providers and the community in general, who are impacted by brain injury.

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Community Education

BIAT promotes brain injury prevention and safe behaviour through education programs and raises  community awareness around brain injury →

Brain Injury Assistance Card

BIAT can provide a Brain Injury Assistance Card if you have an acquired brain injury →

Peer Support Program

BIAT offers Peer Support Groups for people impacted by brain injury, and their families and carers →

Systemic Advocacy

BIAT looks at issues that impact on the lives of people with brain injury and their families, and lobbies government to affect change →