T.B.I Retreats

The following data will give you an idea why Traumatic Brain Injury or TBI, is such a critical area of ministry for us at FrontLine. Our observation is that the “trauma” not only occurs to the “survivor” but loved ones, family and friends also experience “trauma” in their relationships and friendships. There's emotional, mental, spiritual, financial and social trauma to the family as they are suddenly forced to withdraw from a regular lifestyle.

It's for this reason that FrontLine provides TBI retreats for families and friends of survivors.

If your family is or has gone through this you will quickly understand. We hope you can join us at one of our retreats.

If you know a family that is going through this, please share this information with them!

Statistics

·1.4 Million Americans sustain a Traumatic Brain Injury each year
Brain Injury Association of America

·There are more cases of brain injuries each year than breast cancer, HIV and spinal cord injuries combined. The cost of traumatic brain injury is more than $48 billion a year.
Brain Injury Resource Foundation

·Brain injury ranks as the number one cause of death and disability among children and young adults.
Brain Injury Resource Foundation

·TBI is the signature wound of the Afghanistan and Iraq conflicts.

·Every 21 seconds , one person in the US sustains a Traumatic Brain Injury.
Brain Injury Association of America

·An estimated 5.3 Million Americans currently live with disabilities resulting from Traumatic Brain Injury.
Brain Injury Association of America

When was the last time your family was able to relax together?

If your family is dealing with the challenge of TBI recovery, your life is hectic and demanding. Days and nights blur together. Weeks turn into months and months turn into years.

If you have any free time at all, it's minimal. Chances are your family is torn apart while you try to hold it all together. Very few people understand.

That's why FrontLine has created these events for you!


Join us for all or any part of the weekend. Spend one night or two. Spend the day on Saturday or Sunday. Or come in for a few hours and the meals that fit your schedule.

  • We provide an informal atmosphere and the pace is slow, so you can relax and enjoy the serenity and breathtaking scenery at Camp Little J.
  • We provide delicious meals that are prepared and served for you.
  • Take a walk with your family or sit on the porch and take a nap!
  • Make a s'more at the evening campfire.
  • Enjoy a relaxing massage.
  • Network, meet new friends and spend time with others dealing with similar issues and concerns.

-Testimonials-

George Palmer, why do you have a heart for "us"?  It's not easy, I know.  It must all be GOD'S GRACE AND COMPASSION !

THANK YOU. God will richly reward you, you know that.

"I THANK YOU FOR THIS WEEKEND.  If it wasn't for your efforts, we couldn't muster up enough energy to arrange to see each other."

"What a breath of fresh air in a frigid winter!  We had such a much - needed relaxation during this mid-winter retreat!  FANTASTIC food, fun, and fellowship.
It takes special people to identify with our special needs and we can't wait to get together again on the next planned weekend!" 
Paul and Joanne

" IT SURE WAS A GREAT WEEKEND. I ENJOYED MEETING EVERYONE AND HEARING ALL THE FAMILY STORIES. I TOLD MY GRANDSON THAT DR. M. DRIED THE DISHES FOR US. HE WAS IMPRESSED.

THANK YOU FOR DROPPING MY GLASSES OFF, AND THANK YOU AGAIN FOR THE FINE TIME."
Judy

"It was GREAT!!! Thanks for all your effort to give us
a nice and relaxing time where we are spoiled!!!"
Beth

“I wish all of life was like the retreats! Thanks for giving us a nice break.”

“Before I went to my first (FrontLine TBI) retreat, I wasn't so sure it was something I would find useful/fun/relaxing/worthy of my time.

It only took one time, however, to convince myself that these retreats were definitely worth it and that I would hate to miss any one of them.

One of the nice things about the Brain Injury Retreats sponsored by FrontLine Ministries is the fact that one could literally show up with just a toothbrush and a change of clothing.  George has made sure that everything else is taken care of and we truly can just relax. 

Another nice (and very important!) feature of the retreats is being able to connect with other brain injury survivors and their significant others. We have met a lot of nice people who are basically in the same boat.  Being in the same boat allows us to not worry about wondering if others are thinking “well, he/she looks ok, wonder why they're not working/driving/joining in the conversation/going to school/being social/etc.?” The retreats give us an opportunity to share resources and stories about good and bad things that have happened to us, and to also have a ton of fun along the way!  I think that most of the attendees have come away from these retreats relaxed and, hopefully, a little happier knowing that this form of support is there for us.  It works for me!”

Tracie L. Kahler, MLS, CIM
Research Compliance Coordinator - Human Participants
Office for Research Protections
The Pennsylvania State University