Mission Statement
"Filling in the gaps of the rehab system to challenge the new you"
"Filling in the gaps of the rehab system to challenge the new you"
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Our History
This program’s history, dates back to the Visiting Nurses Association in the 1960’s, who eventually turned their focus onto stroke support. Their name changed in the 2000’s to the Health Hope Network. At its peak, it supported 25 group sites and over 200 members. This organization dissolved in May 2010 due to lack of funding. Many members were abandoned, as only a few volunteers remained to continue programming. Nicole Glass, a former group leader, remained to volunteer seven group sites and over 60 members from 2010 - 2012. In July of 2012, she founded and incorporated The Brain Recovery Crew. She views this as a great opportunity to expand the services offered, improve the programming and reach out to more survivors, caregivers, families and professionals. Meet the Board and Staff 
Nicole Glass, President Founder Executive Director Caregiver Nicole began her education at CCAC and Chatham University, before completing a BS degree in Health Sciences/Pre-Physical Therapy at Lock Haven University. She is a Licensed Massage Therapist, practicing since 2001. Nicole has taught group exercise with Curves, Silver Sneakers, the Arthritis Foundation, and Tai Chi for arthritis. She volunteered for Pittsburgh Action Against Rape for 16 years. Ms. Glass began working with stroke survivors in 2005. Using all her training she created Nicole Glass' Care Service. She grew up taking care of a family member with a traumatic brain injury and understands how long the road to recovery can be. People can learn to walk and talk again; and work on accepting their new selves. Past Board Members: Mark Naylor, Caregiver; BS Math and Computer Sciences Bill Connors, MA, CCC-SLP; CEO of aphasiatoolbox.com Mary Sullivan, Stroke Survivor |
Non-Profit Objectives
• To Provide Encouragement to Recover Through Challenging Programs • To Provide Guidance in Basic Range of Motion and Activities of Daily Living • To Provide Resources and Informational Seminars • To Increase Public Awareness of Stroke and Brain Injury • To Aid in Returning to the Work Force • To Be a Strong Presence when Survivors are Invariably “Plateaued” by Insurance Company Standards • To Advocate Change in the Rehabilitation Process from Segmented to On-Going 
Alexis Schiffhauer, Vice President
Social Media Manager Alexis graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a BS degree in Communications Media/Marketing. During her time there she joined a professional development organization where she was promoted to social chair and Internal Vice President. Alexis organized events, ran social media accounts, held fundraisers, and assisted in leading a professional organization. Additionally, Alexis has helped Nicole with The Brain Recovery Crew throughout the years. She has individually worked with group members as well as assisted with the group meetings. Alexis hopes to help expand TBRC through social media as this is a great resource for all ages. |
Interested in joining The Crew?
We are always looking for:
Volunteers - Have some free time to spend a few hours at one of our group sites? Want to help with our lunch program? Provide transportation? Present an education program art session or exercise? Have another idea for us, let us know!
Group Facilitators - Want to be a substitute? Open a new group site? Enquire within and we'll check our budget.
Board Members - We know your corner of the world is busy. Minimal time requirement if you want to add your expertise to our Board of Directors.
If you share a desire to set the bar higher for those whose neurological lives have changed, then the TBRC culture might be the right fit for you.
We are always looking for:
Volunteers - Have some free time to spend a few hours at one of our group sites? Want to help with our lunch program? Provide transportation? Present an education program art session or exercise? Have another idea for us, let us know!
Group Facilitators - Want to be a substitute? Open a new group site? Enquire within and we'll check our budget.
Board Members - We know your corner of the world is busy. Minimal time requirement if you want to add your expertise to our Board of Directors.
If you share a desire to set the bar higher for those whose neurological lives have changed, then the TBRC culture might be the right fit for you.