Who We Are
Starting with Hope
The Valley Disability Support Group is a friendly online resource and community connector for traumatic brain injury survivors in rural and suburban Northern Virginia since 2019. The family and friends of Dr. Victoria Newman Ford started this project because of how hard it can be to live with a brain injury. Following a traumatic brain injury, she returned to her hometown of Front Royal, VA for care and support from her family.
The support group and community are made of neighbors and friends who want to help each other feel better and reconnect with a part of themselves beneath becoming a brain injury survivor. We share what we know and make sure no one has to walk this path alone. Whether you are a survivor or a family member, you are welcome here.
The Goal
Every person deserves a kind community. We are working to build a place where survivors and families feel heard. Our vision is a world where no one has to walk the path of recovery alone. Rural communities are particularly vulnerable, but our community is strong and resilient.
Our primary focus is to address survivors' challenges with mild to moderate TBI and create opportunities to heal through community involvement, awareness, education, empowerment & advocacy and connect survivors to provider networks and support systems crucial for better outcomes in healing and recovery.
How We Help
Would you like to see how we can help you specifically? Explore our resources today.
Stories from Our Community
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When my husband had his injury, I felt like I was all alone in the dark. This group helped me find the light again. They showed me the right resources and gave me people to talk to who truly understand. It makes a world of difference.
— Anonymous Family Member
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Finding this group was the best thing that happened after my accident. I met other survivors who are working toward the same goals. We share tips and support each other. I finally feel like I am part of a community again.
— Anonymous Survivor
Want to see how our group can help you too? Every small step counts.