OU Health University of Oklahoma Medical Center, is the only comprehensive academic hospital in the state that offers the widest range of medical and surgical services in the region. Holding the highest national rating a trauma center can receive as verified by the American College of Surgeons (ACoS) Committee on Trauma, Oklahoma’s only Level 1 Trauma Center at OU Health serves as a comprehensive regional hub for trauma-related care available to all people of all ages, including children – total care for every aspect of injury from prevention through rehabilitation. As Oklahoma’s flagship comprehensive, academic health system, we’ve been steadfast in our commitment to education, research and patient care.
TSN Coordinator
Catheren Miller, MSW, LMSW
Catheren.Miller
Email Coordinator
Address
711 Stanton L. Young Blvd, Suite 520
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73104
Telephone
work: 405-625-9037
Trauma Survivor Day 2024
Trauma Survivor Day 2025
Mark your Calendars MAY 21, 2025
Upcoming Programs & Events
National Virtual Support Group for Trauma Survivors
2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month 3-4:30pm ET and 4th Wednesday of each month 6:30-8pm ET
Register to join free, 90 minute online groups to support survivors of physical injury. Groups are co-led by TSN Trauma Professionals and TSN Peers.
Contact Person
Katherine Joseph
Register: www.TraumaSurvivorsNetwork.org/SupportGroup
Brain Injury Support Group
First and Third Tuesday of each month • 6:00 pm- 7:30 pm CST
Brain Injury/Stroke Survivors and Family Members, Caregivers, and Interested Professionals
Contact Person
Gary Bulmer
Email: [email protected]
Website
www.braininjuryoklahoma.org
Caregiver Support Group
Mondays • 6:00 pm- 7:00 pm CST
This is a support group for caregivers. If interested contact the Trauma Coordinator and they will send a referral. They will then add your email to the caregiver support group list and links are sent weekly to provide online access.
Contact Person
Catheren Miller
Email: [email protected]
Grief Support Group
EVERY OTHER MONDAY, JANUARY TO MAY 6:30 TO 7:30 P.M.
Calm Waters Grief Support Groups are ongoing. Families, children, ages 3 to 18, and individuals, may join a support group at any time and attend as long as needed.
Contact Person
Hannah Showalter
Email: [email protected]
Website
https://www.calmwaters.org/about-our-grief-support-groups/
Peer Visitor Support
Hospitalization following a traumatic injury can be filled with uncertainty, pain, anxiety and frustration. The TSN offers trauma patients an opportunity to talk with a trained peer visitor who can help the newly injured person through this difficult time and serve as a positive role model for the future. Since they have all lived through the trauma recovery experience, including the rescue scene, hospitalization, rehabilitation, and returning home, TSN peer visitors understand the concerns of new trauma patients on a deeply personal level. When a new trauma patient talks about his or her anxieties regarding the recovery ahead or the frustrations of dealing with the medical system, the TSN peer visitor can offer understanding and some tips for getting through the day. Most important, they are there to listen, address concerns and answer questions. If you are interested in being a peer support, please email your TSN Coordinator Catheren.
Contact Person
Catheren Miller
Email: [email protected]
NextSteps Online
Ongoing – The NextSteps program is a free 6-week self management course designed to recognize that YOU play the most important role in your recovery. based on the principles of self-management. It uses techniques that have been scientifically proven to increase one’s self confidence and sense of empowerment. NextSteps teaches you the skills to become an active self manager of your health and your life. Learn more here.
Mental Health
At the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.
The Anxiety and Depression of America (ADAA) is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma-related disorders through education, practice, and research
NAMI works to educate, support, advocate , listen and lead to improve the lives of people with mental illness and their loved ones.
Mental Health America advances the mental health and well-being of all people living in the U.S through public education, research, advocacy and public policy, and direct service.
Traumatic Brain Injury
Brainline.org Brainline provides education and resources about Brain Injury and PTSD for both adult and pediatric survivors and their families. They focus on treatment and recovery information for moderate to severe TBI symptoms.
Spinal Cord Injury
christopherreeve.org The Reever Foundation is dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by funding innovative research and improving the quality of life for people living with paralysis through grants, information, and advocacy.
Drug and Alcohol
aa.org Alcoholics Anonymous provides support and resources for people who struggle with a drinking problem or substance abuse. Confidential groups meetings are available throughout the United States and Canada.
al-anon.org Al-Anon offers resources and support to family members and friends of someone who struggles with problems drinking or substance abuse.