A true story written by Kelly and Carrie Mendola

May 16th, 2003 started out as a normal day, but did not end that way. Kelly had a devastating car accident as he hit a tree while taking a curve during a severe rainstorm. having sustained many extensive injuries, including a traumatic brain injury (TBI), he had to stay at ECMC for a long time. Upon returning home, I had little knowledge or understanding of TBI. We were given the gift of Headway, a place we were told to turn to for information. We not only received extensive and helpful information, but we also received support and friendship. When a brain injury occurs, it affects the entire family. We cannot tell you how much Headway has meant to us. It has truly become an integral part of our lives. What a godsend!

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