Overcoming Adversity: Scott Pomann's Journey Through Brain Injury Recovery

Learn how Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey's VOICES program supports and uplifts its members

Scott Pomann celebrated his 40th birthday and was looking forward to an exciting new chapter in his life. Six weeks later, a fall changed everything. Pomann sustained a traumatic brain injury, resulting in challenges that made everyday tasks difficult. As he struggled to regain his strengths and skills, he learned about the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey’s Voices Advancing the Brain Injury Community – “VOICES” – which promotes advocacy and provides support and access to legislative resources. It was just the direction he needed. 

The group’s 300 (approximate) members meet monthly for discussions, events, and advocacy work. Members, along with their legislative advocacy network, receive a monthly newsletter outlining current issues and activities within the organization.

“I’ve always been an activist,” said Pomann. “VOICES gave me the opportunity to advocate for myself and others living with brain injury. While I’m fortunate to have regained my independence, I still feel connected to the brain injury community and hope to remain a strong voice for them. I say, ‘Let’s find the answers together.’”