Social engagement plays a crucial role in the recovery journey of brain injury survivors. At The Supported Living Group (SLG), we recognize the significance of fostering social connections as part of our ABI Waiver support services in Connecticut. In this blog post, we'll explore why social opportunities are essential for brain injury recovery and how SLG empowers survivors through community engagement.

Caring for individuals with brain injuries requires a nuanced approach that respects their autonomy and dignity, which is something that The Supported Living Group (SLG) has mastered. However, one common pitfall across Conneciucts ABI Waiver Program and raised as a concern by many brain injury survivors is unintentional infantilization. Infantilization, treating adults as if they were children, can have detrimental effects on their well-being, hindering their recovery and quality of life.