In an emergency, we’re always ready. HSHS St. Vincent Hospital is Green Bay’s trauma center and one of only 13 trauma centers in Wisconsin to be verified by the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Our team of trauma surgeons, nurse practitioners, nurses, and allied health professionals are committed to providing the best care of our injured patients through all phases of care .
TSN Coordinator
Kristin Paluch
kristin.paluch
Email Coordinator
Address
835 South Van Buren Street
Green Bay, Wisconsin, 54301
Telephone
920-433-0111
Website(s) St. Vincent Hospital Regional Trauma Center
Upcoming Programs & Events
Virtual Support Group
Virtual Support Groups are free 90 minute online groups to support survivors of physical injury. Groups are co-led by TSN Trauma Professionals and TSN Peers. Space is limited to 15 survivors.
Contact Person
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.
Community Resources
Brain Injury Alliance Wisconsin
https://www.biaw.org/At Brain Injury Alliance of Wisconsin, we provide a variety of resources and programs to help individuals throughout their recovery journey, from support groups and educational workshops to advocacy services and legal referrals. We believe that by working together, we can help individuals with brain injury achieve their full potential and lead fulfilling lives.
Al-Anon Family Groups
https://al-anon.org/Al-Anon offers resources and support to family members and friends of someone who struggles with problem drinking or substance abuse. United States: Telephone: (757) 563-1600 Toll-free Meeting Line: (888) 425-2666
Alcoholics Anonymous
www.aa.orgAlcoholics Anonymous provides support and resources for people who struggle with a drinking problem or substance abuse. Confidential group meetings are available throughout the United States and Canada. Use the online locator to find the group and times that meet nearest you.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
https://afsp.org/Mission: Save Lives and Bring Hope to Those Affected by Suicide. Established in 1987, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death.
Amputee Coalition
https://www.amputee-coalition.org/The mission of the Amputee Coalition is to reach out to and empower people affected by limb loss to achieve their full potential through education, support and advocacy, and to promote limb loss prevention. Resources and information for children, adults, and families. Toll-Free: 888/267-5669
Brain Injury Association of America
https://www.biausa.org/The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) works to advance awareness, research, treatment, and education to improve the quality of life for adults and children affected by brain injury. BIAA is dedicated to increasing access to quality health care and raising awareness and understanding of brain injury. It has a network of state affiliates, local chapters, and support groups.
National Center for Victims of Crime
https://victimsofcrime.org/(202) 467-8700 The National Center for Victims of Crimes 1. Advocates for Stronger Rights, Protections, and Services for Crime Victims, 2. Provides Education, Training, and Evaluation, and 3. Serves as a Trusted Source of Current Information on Victims’ Issues. This website helps survivors and families find local assistance, learn about crime and its effects, and browse resources to help victims of crime to rebuild their lives. (Also see VictimConnect Resource Center)
National Institute of Mental Health
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsdThis website provides mental health education about Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Information includes signs and symptoms of PTSD as well as professional treatment of PTSD. Call 1-866-615-6464 (toll-free) or visit http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd/index.shtml
National Alliance on Mental Illness, Brown County
https://namibrowncounty.org/resources/NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. What started as a small group of families gathered around a kitchen table in Madison Wisconsin in 1979 has blossomed into the nation’s leading voice on mental health. Today, we are an association of hundreds of affiliates, state organizations and volunteers who work in your community to raise awareness and provide support and education that was not previously available to those in need. NAMI relies on gifts and contributions to support our important work.
Fall Prevention Alliance of Northeast Wisconsin
https://www.fallpreventionalliance.com/The purpose is to support the needs of the community in regard to injury prevention to Brown and surrounding counties. This includes fall prevention, educational opportunities and promotion, injury referral systems, injury prevention equipment, and access to services. Our focus is to provide to the community using community funds to keep families together, at home and injury free.
Curative Connections
https://www.curativeconnections.org/Rehabilitation & Specialized Learning Services focus on allowing people to maintain independence, regain cognitive skill, feel safe and be active both physically and cognitively. It offers a structured environment that provides support for all types of traumatic, acquired and congenital brain injuries and other neurological impairments. Programming includes classroom instruction, social activities and community volunteering. Adult Day Services provide a fun and supportive place to be during the day for adults with disabilities and/or aging concerns. Each program is designed to promote socialization, cognitive and physical wellness and healthy aging.
Crisis Center
https://www.familyservicesnew.org/crisis-center/Our Crisis Center is here to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in any stressful crisis situation. Our counselors are fully trained in crisis intervention, and are here to listen and help you find a solution for your immediate needs, as well as help you cope with stress in the future. If needed, we will connect you to outside parties who can help support you during this time. We will also follow up with you later on to ensure the situation has continued to improve and suggest adjustments to your crisis intervention plan as necessary.
Golden House
www.goldenhousegb.orgA domestic violence shelter in Green bay providing help for people dealing with domestic abuse. Can assist with filing restraining orders. (920)432-4244.
Harbor House
https://www.harborhousewi.org/Harbor House is the singular agency in Outagamie and Calumet Counties committed to the awareness and prevention of domestic abuse. As passionate advocates, we constantly seek to start, drive, and shape the conversation around domestic abuse and the services needed to break the cycle. We do everything in our power to keep individuals and families safe through knowledge and connection.
Aging & Disability Resource Center
https://adrcofbrowncounty.org/Empower and enrich the lives of older adults, adults with disabilities and their caregivers. A resource for assistance getting disability, additional support at home, housing options, durable medical equipment, etc. A list of counseling services and AODA resources is available on the website.
Northeast Wisconsin Community Clinic
https://www.newcc.health/Provides access to quality, comprehensive, and compassionate healthcare to the underserved in our community.