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PREVENTION PROJECTS & MATERIALS

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FOR KIDS (Ages 4-10):
I.M. Brainy (Ages 4-6)		I.M. Brainy is an interactive curriculum developed especially for pre-school children ages 4-6 and delivered by using the plush and friendly I.M. Brainy puppet. The curriculum contains five lesson plans that combine important safety messages with fun, interactive activities.	More information
Helmutt® and his Fan Club (Ages 6-10)		Helmutt is a large dog who works tirelessly to tell Floridians how wearing a helmet can save your life.  He is available in costume form and can visit your school or community.	More information
How to Fit a Bicycle Helmet Brochure & CD/Video		A properly fitted helmet maximizes protection and minimizes injury. The companion video features kids showing kids how to make their helmets fit right!	Download in English Download in Spanish Click here to see video
FOR KIDS AND PARENTS:
Because I Love You Brochure		Each brochure comes with a set of crayons and a place for kids to create their own message telling the adults in their lives that they should wear helmets, too.	Download in English Download in Spanish
FOR TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS (Ages 13-18):
Mock THIS! Teens, DUI and Brain Injury CD		Jeremy tells in his own words why alcohol and autos don't mix. Order this small CD and share the message.	More information
Bicycle Helmets: A Crash Course for Adults		Shows the importance of bike helmets	Click here to see video
Think Brain Injury		Concussion = Brain Injury. A website devoted to management of Concussion in Sports.	Visit Thinkbraininjury.com
FOR SENIORS (Ages 60+): Be HeadSmart,® Seniors! reaches out to Florida's 60+ community with innovative prevention projects, including those listed below:
HEADSMARTZ A Be HeadSmart®, Seniors! Presentation		A free educational event presented at senior centers and meeting facilities in the form of a game show. Players and audience enjoy a stimulating mental workout and learn about safer living.	More information
Be HeadSmart,® Seniors! Safety Checklist Brochure		Contains over 40 safety tips, plus important information about brain injury. Printed in large, easy-to-read type, and organized to be convenient and user-friendly.	Dowload in English Download in Spanish More information
Be HeadSmart,® Seniors! Walking Buddies Pilot Program		Learn what happened when students from the University of North Florida acted as “walking buddies” for seniors in Duval County.	More Information

Mission:
The goal of BIAF’s Prevention Program is to help and enhance local safety programs by developing and providing projects, products, resources, and tools that promote behaviors that prevent traumatic brain injury. Since 1994, BIAF has been recognized both nationally and internationally for our innovative prevention materials, safety efforts and partnerships.

Who does the program serve?
Any individual or group who is promoting safe and healthy living in their community can benefit from the tools and materials they obtain from BIAF. BIAF partners with police and fire departments, Safe Kids Coalitions, Epilepsy Associations, Think First programs, county health departments, rural and CMS nurses, schools, traffic safety groups, senior centers and many others.

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