About MBIN
The
Marin Brain Injury Network (MBIN) was founded over 25 years
ago by a group of family caregivers of acquired brain injury
survivors. Together, they created a weekly support group
for their brain-injured family members, providing rehabilitative
and emotional support. By 1997, the funds and facilities
had been secured for the creation of a day program for brain
injured adults; the Larkspur Center was born. Highly qualified
staff members were recruited to develop a unique rehabilitation
program that integrated vocational and occupational therapy
with expressive, movement, and creative classes.
Today, Marin Brain Injury Network (MBIN) is a community
organization of acquired brain injury survivors, their friends
and family, medical and social service professionals, and
concerned individuals. Rehabilitative, supportive, creative
and educational services are offered at the Larkspur Center
for brain-injured adults, their caregivers and professionals
in the field. The Larkspur Center provides a supportive
community to all who participate and everyone who is eligible
is served.
We offer a variety of support services during the week and
a structured day program, Monday through Thursday from 12pm
to 4pm, at 1132 Magnolia Avenue in Larkspur, California.
The facility is near the College of Marin campus and is
accessible by Golden Gate Transit or Whistlestop Wheels.
The Larkspur Center day program offers classes, groups, and other activities to help adult survivors of acquired brain injury (ABI) maintain stability in their lives, achieve greater independence, and participate more fully in their communities. Classes and other activities at The Larkspur Center’s structured day program build self-esteem and self-acceptance while developing a range of skills:
- Speech and cognitive skills
- Creative expression
- Attention and focus
- Improved ability to control behavior and impulses
- Health and fitness
- Stress
management
Day Program Classes Include: - Cognitive Exercises
- Support Groups
- Expressive Art & Drama
- Music & Vocalization
- Creative Writing
- Board & Card Games
- Computer Lab
- Yoga & Movement Classes
- Cooking
- Business Meetings
Thank you for your support
MBIN gratefully acknowledges the following foundations for their continued support of our mission:
- George H. Sandy Foundation
- Firedoll Foundation
- Marin Community Development Block Grant
- Marin Board of Supervisors
- Cahill Foundation
- Gruber Foundation
