Lynda and Richard have been married for almost 28 years. The day of their 25th wedding anniversary (9/25/21), while on vacation in Salt Lake City, Lynda was crossing a busy street on a pedestrian crosswalk at a green light. The driver of a lifted SUV made an illegal left turn to beat incoming traffic and hit her full force. She was thrown off and landed to the right side of her head. She was brought by ambulance to the ER and transferred to the Trauma/ICU unit. She was diagnosed with a severe traumatic brain injury. From that day forward, Lynda and Richard (as her caregiver) embarked on a treacherous and challenging journey.

Today, Lynda and Richard join Cristabelle to share their story and hope for others going through similar circumstances. They both share their struggles as well as the way they have chosen to find the silver lining in adapting to life with brain injury.

You are not alone!

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ABOUT THIS PODCAST
Have you or a loved one experienced a traumatic brain injury, stroke, concussion, or ABI? This podcast is for you. Sharing hope, support, and education for brain injury survivors, caregivers, and families. Hosted by award-winning TBI survivor, advocate, and singer/songwriter Cristabelle Braden, this is an uplifting podcast to bring hope to your darkest days. Subscribe and stay tuned for messages of encouragement, interviews with professionals, and survivor stories.

This podcast is for education and informational purposes only, and not intended for medical advice. If you need specific medical advice, please consult your physician.

NOTES:
0:00 Intro with Cristabelle
3:50 Lynda and Richard Introduction
8:50 TBI Story
17:35 Hope in New Treatments
22:50 Rehab Process and Symptoms
28:00 Invisible Injury
31:30 Caregiver / Family Member Perspective
35:20 Finding a New Routine
37:50 It’s Okay to Ask for Help
39:50 Words of Hope