ERIC Number: EJ1042445
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2012-Apr
Pages: 7
Abstractor: As Provided
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ISSN: EISSN-1077-5315
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Traumatic Brain Injury: Exploring the Role of Cooperative Extension in Kansas Communities
Sellers, Debra M.; Garcia, Jane Mertz
Journal of Extension, v50 n2 Article 2IAW4 Apr 2012
TBI"options" helps survivors of traumatic brain injury and their families identify, locate, and contact helpful organizations in their local communities to promote successful living. This article discusses the role of county agents in the program and the support offered by community partners. Results of pre- and post-surveys for both groups are reported. The research provides information regarding changes in knowledge and noteworthy outcomes for participating agents and community partners. Through engagement in the issue of traumatic brain injury, Extension is better positioned to meet the needs of survivors, family members, and caregivers within Kansas.
Descriptors: Brain, Injuries, Role, Extension Agents, Knowledge Level, Community Organizations, Help Seeking, Surveys, Counties, Community Resources, Questionnaires
Extension Journal, Inc. e-mail: joe-ed@joe.org; Web site: http://www.joe.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: N/A
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Language: English
Sponsor: Health Resources and Services Administration (DHHS), Maternal and Child Health Bureau
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Identifiers - Location: Kansas
Grant or Contract Numbers: H21MC06764