Headway of WNY, Inc.

06/03/2026

June is National

Aphasia is a communication disorder caused by a stroke, brain injury, or, more rarely, a condition called Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA). It affects a person’s ability to use language. Therefore, a person may have challenges talking, understanding others, reading, writing, and using numbers. Aphasia does not impact intelligence or memory, but is highly dependent on the cause, location, and extent of damage. It is a frustrating impairment as people with aphasia still know what they want to say and can make their own decisions. Aphasia can range from mild to severe and may impact one or several aspects of communication.

Learn more about Aphasia at aphasia.org/aphasia-from-stroke-brain-injury/

05/27/2026

🧠If you've survived a traumatic brain injury, or care for someone who has one, please consider taking this survey to anonymously share your experience The information will be helpful in the continued effort to help individuals who have Brain Injury.

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Committee on Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury Recovery and Late Effects for Social Security Disability Evaluation is inviting people with traumatic brain injury (TBI), caregivers, and community partners to anonymously share their experiences and perspectives on living with TBI or caring for individuals with TBI. The committee is interested in hearing about lived experiences, especially with respect to care and management following TBI and long-term effects from TBI (i.e., effects lasting more than 12 months from the time of injury), and (if applicable) your experience applying for or supporting a survivor’s application for disability benefits for TBI through the Social Security Administration.

Call for Perspectives: Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury Recovery and Late Effects for Social Security Disability Evaluation.

05/25/2026

❤️💙Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

Our office is closed on Monday, May 25th. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful holiday.

05/20/2026

May is Stroke Awareness Month. Use the "BE FAST" method for recognizing signs of a stroke and calling 911 immediately.

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05/19/2026

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05/14/2026

Today, we pause to remember the lives taken on May 14, 2022, during the tragic shooting at Tops on Jefferson Avenue in Buffalo. We honor the victims and their loved ones and stand united against hate. ❤️

05/13/2026

On Thursday, May 21 business owners are invited to join Erie County’s Division of Equal Employment Opportunity for "Elevate & Connect – All Access Resource & Networking Day."

Attendees will gain valuable insights into MWBE certification requirements, learn how to pursue government contracting opportunities, and engage directly with more than 15 organizations offering critical business resources, including funding opportunities and technical assistance.

Time: 9 AM to 3 PM
Location: Northland Workforce Training Center (683 Northland Ave., Buffalo)

04/28/2026

Daemen's Veteran EXPO is next weekend, Saturday, May 9!

Register at: www.daemen.edu/student-life/student-services/center-veterans/annual-daemen-vets-expo

04/28/2026

🛶🌊Veterans! Interested in kayaking this summer? Community Veterans Engagement Board has a program for that.

Join Team River Runner Veteran Kayaking Program. It has adaptive kayaking equipment and is able to take out disabled veterans. WNY CVEB

"We took out a double amputee veteran last year, and he benefited from the program immensely." - Robyn Swan, Co-Chair of Community Veterans Engagement Board

The schedule and locations:

May 16 – Orientation @ Green Lake
June 6 – Widewaters Marina
June 20 – Riverworks
July 11 – Veterans State Park
July 25 – Paddles Up @ Beaver Island State Park
August 8 – Widewaters Marina
August 22 – Veterans State Park Sign Up Here
September 5 – Beaver Island State Park
September 19 – TB



➡️Sign up here!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AACAE2AAAFF2-60763267-adaptive #/

04/23/2026

April is Stress Awareness Month! Here are 6 ways to help manage any stress you may have in your life. 🩵