Welcome to the Trauma Survivors Network at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas. Texas Health Dallas is an 875–bed, nonprofit, faith-based hospital that serves counties in the Dallas area with advanced medical treatments and an experienced staff that provides compassionate care. The hospital features a Level I Trauma Center, as designated by the American College of Surgeons, and also has achieved Magnet status from the American Nurses’ Credentialing Center.
TSN Coordinator
Cathy Glenn, BSN, RN, CEN, TCRN, EMT-P
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Email Coordinator
Address
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital, 8200 Walnut Hill Lane
Dallas, Texas, 75231
Telephone
work: 12143456886
Email
[email protected]
Website(s)
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas – Level I Trauma Center
Upcoming Programs and Events
May is Trauma Awareness Month!
May 2024 – The entire month of May is focused on raising awareness for trauma survivors, their family/friends, and the trauma professionals who go above and beyond every day. Learn more here .
National Trauma Survivors Day!
May 15, 2024 – The 3rd Wednesday in May is National Trauma Survivors Day! We celebrate together the strength and resiliency of trauma survivors, their family/friends, and the trauma professionals who go above and beyond every day. Learn more here.
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
Community Resources
Al-Anon Family Groups
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 Email: [email protected] Canada: Telephone: (613) 723-8484 Email: [email protected]
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics 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
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.
Americans with Disabilities Act
The ADA website provides information and technical assistance regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act. 1-800-514-0301 (voice) 1-800-514-0383 (TTY)
ADA National Network
The ADA National Network provides information, guidance, and training on how to implement the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in order to support the mission of the ADA to “assure equality of opportunity, full participation, independent living, and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities.” ADA specialists help families address complex questions on a wide range of ADA topics such as reasonable accommodations at work, building codes for new construction projects, accessible housing, and transitioning from school to work. ADA specialists also address questions about other disability laws, such as the Fair Housing Act, the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act, and the Rehabilitation Act
American Chronic Pain Association
Since 1980, the ACPA has offered peer support and education in pain management skills to people with pain, family and friends, and health care professionals. The information and tools on this site can help you to better understand your pain and work more effectively with your health care team toward a higher quality of life.
American Trauma Society
The American Trauma Society is dedicated to the elimination of needless death and disability from injury. For 50 years, the ATS has served as an advocate for the trauma care system, trauma prevention programs, and survivors of trauma and their families throughout the United States. Our mission is to Save Lives, Improve Care, & Empower Survivors. Toll Free: 800-556-7890
AMPOWER
http://www.empoweringamputees.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
Amputee Coalition
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
Anxiety and Depression Association of America
The Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive, and trauma-related disorders through education, practice, and research. It helps people understand the disorders and educates them about scientifically supported treatments so they can make informed decisions. It also supports professionals who provide treatment and conduct research. Click the link to learn how ADAA could help you or your family.
Brain Injury Association of America
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 in both adults and children. 703-998-2020
Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation
The Reeve 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. Toll Free: 1-800-225-0292 Paralysis Resource Center: 973-467-8270
Coalition to Support Grieving Students
The Coalition’s purpose is to create and share a set of industry-endorsed resources that will empower school communities across America in the ongoing support of their grieving students. They provide education and resources to help support students in response to the death of a loved one, school violence/shootings, etc.
Detox.Com
Information on support for PTSD and Addiction Helpline available 24/7: call 800-996-6135
Family Caregiver Alliance
The Family Caregiver Alliance addresses the needs of family and friends providing long-term care for loved ones at home. It provides support, information, and tools to manage the complex demands of caregiving. These include online support and resources, navigators to help locate support services by state, and the National Center on Caregiving which unites research, policy, and practice to develop cost-effective programs for caregivers. Click the link to find out more about how FCA could help you or your family.
Mental Health America
Mental Health America (MHA) – founded in 1909 – is the nation’s leading community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and to promoting the overall mental health of all Americans. Resources and information for youth, parents, and adults.
National Center for PTSD
The National Center for PTSD offers national resources for trauma survivors and families, which includes information about PTSD, resources such as the PTSD Coach Online, and videos from other survivors and professionals.
- MyVA411 main information line
- 800-698-2411 Hours: 24/7
- If you need an interpreter:
- Call 800-698-2411 and select 0.
- We’ll connect you with a VA call center agent.
- Tell the agent that you want a language interpreter to join the call.
- VA benefits hotline
- 800-827-1000
Hours: Monday through Friday,
8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. ET - GI Bill hotline
- 888-442-4551
Hours: Monday through Friday,
8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. ET - National Call Center for Homeless Veterans
- 877-424-3838
Hours: 24/7
- 877-424-3838
- 888-442-4551
- 800-827-1000
- VA health benefits hotline
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- 877-222-8387
Hours: Monday through Friday,
8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET - My HealthyVet help desk
- 877-327-0022
Hours: Monday through Friday,
- 877-327-0022
- 877-222-8387
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