By Wasayef Bsharat, Intern, Kessler Foundation, Center for Traumatic Brain Injury Research

Life after traumatic brain injury presents significant challenges and navigating short- and long-term needs can be overwhelming. PLAN | NJ, a non-profit agency based in Somerville, NJ, assists families throughout New Jersey with a range of essential services, including care coordination, guardianship, Social Security benefits, trusts, and other financial and legal matters.

How the program works
PLAN | NJ partners with people with TBI and their families to develop a personalized plan that covers needs, preferences, and future directives. This comprehensive plan is updated regularly to address any changing circumstances. 

For example, through its trust administration offices, PLAN | NJ can serve as a trustee to effectively manage special needs trusts, which can help pay for necessities and enhance a person’s quality of life while preserving benefits eligibility. 

Getting started
For more information, visit www.plannj.org or call 908.575.8300 to schedule a consultation.