Hope Survives Officially Launches as a Nonprofit with a Bold Vision for Brain Injury Support

ERIE, Pa. - March 1, 2025 - PRLog -- Hope Survives proudly announces its official launch as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, expanding its reach to provide hope, community, and critical resources for brain injury survivors and their families. Founded by survivor and singer/songwriter Cristabelle Braden, the nonprofit builds on the foundation of Hope After Head Injury, her long-standing online brain injury support community, and is named after her powerful song Hope Survives. Through new support groups, specialized programming, and expanded resources, Hope Survives is ensuring no survivor walks the recovery journey alone.

Bringing Hope & Community to Brain Injury Survivors
✔️ Expanded support groups for survivors, families, caregivers & couples
✔️ New workshops & wellness programs focused on real-life healing
✔️ Resources & tools to support survivors and their loved ones
✔️ A commitment to accessibility & inclusivity in all programs

"Brain injury recovery extends far beyond physical healing: there are mental, emotional, and spiritual needs that are often overlooked, not just for survivors, but for their loved ones as well. At Hope Survives, we're dedicated to bridging this gap, providing families with essential resources, a supportive community, and the encouragement they need to move forward with hope. Navigating the profound life changes brought on by a brain injury can be incredibly challenging.  We are here to ensure that no aspect of recovery is neglected, empowering both survivors and their families to embrace the full picture of a healing journey." – Cristabelle Braden, Founder & Executive Director

Support Groups That Meet You Where You Are
Brain injury changes everything—but no one should have to navigate it alone. At Hope Survives, we're creating safe, supportive spaces where survivors, families, caregivers, and couples can connect, heal, and grow together.

A Community of Support for Every Road of Brain Injury Recovery
✅ Hope After Head Injury – A supportive space that meets survivors where they are, fostering encouragement and connection.
✅ Renewed By Faith – A faith-centered group providing spiritual support and encouragement for survivors and loved ones navigating brain injury recovery.
✅ Hope for Family – A resource-sharing and community-building group for caregivers, loved ones, and family members of those with brain injuries.
✅ Hope for Couples – A dedicated space for couples facing the unique challenges of life after brain injury.
✅ Found Connection – A compassionate community for survivors without a built-in support system, offering connection, encouragement, and a safe space to navigate healing together.

💻 Virtual Meetings | 🌎 Open to all survivors, families, and caregivers worldwide
🎟️ Free to join—because community should never have a price tag

In addition to these support groups, Hope Survives is launching new workshops and programs in 2025, focusing on grief processing, mental health, spiritual support, and community-building, ensuring survivors and their loved ones have the tools to move forward.

A Website That Works for Everyone
Hope Survives is committed to breaking digital barriers and ensuring an inclusive online experience. With over 25% of the population facing accessibility challenges, the new website removes obstacles to connection and recovery. By integrating tools like Recite Me, expanding programming, and fostering meaningful connections, the organization is empowering individuals and families to thrive.

🚀 Key Accessibility Features (powered by Recite Me):
🔹 Screen reading functionality
🔹 Customizable fonts, colors & layout for visual preferences
🔹 Reading aids to support cognitive ease
🔹 Live translation in over 100 languages (including 65 text-to-speech options)

"Our mission is to ensure every brain injury survivor and member of their family feels seen, heard, and valued, and that starts with making sure they can easily access what they need. Accessibly is essential to providing tangible hope." — Cristabelle Braden, Hope Survives Founder & Executive Director

Ross Linnett Recite Me's Founder and CEO commented, "It is important to provide an inclusive online experience, where everyone can use our digital world in a way in which best suits their needs. As more organizations provide accessibility tools online, those who face online barriers can access information and services hassle-free. The digital world must be accessible for all."

Visitors can explore the new toolbar by clicking the Accessibility Tools button located at the top right of the website homepage.

About Hope Survives
Hope Survives is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing hope, resources, and community for brain injury survivors and their families. Through support groups, workshops, events, and digital resources, the organization fosters an environment where healing and growth thrive.

For more information, visit hopesurvives.org.