Brain and Spinal Injury Trust Fund Commission

Brain and Spinal Injury Trust Fund Commission

Address: 2 Peachtree Street NW, 26th Floor, Atlanta, GA 30303

Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (ET)

📧‍ ‍DPH-INFO-BSITF@dph.ga.gov
404-651-5112
@‍
bsitf.georgia.gov/how-we-help

Who Qualifies

Must be:

  • Be a resident of Georgia.

  • Have a qualifying traumatic injury, including:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

    • Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)

  • Provide medical documentation confirming the diagnosis and injury.

  • Demonstrate a need for services that support independence, rehabilitation, or community integration (e.g., home modifications, assistive technology, therapy supports).

  • Not receive full coverage for the requested service from another payer (insurance, Medicaid waiver, workers’ compensation, etc.). BSITF is considered a payer of last resort.

Important exclusions:

  • Non-traumatic brain injuries (e.g., stroke, tumor, degenerative disease) generally do not qualify unless trauma was the cause.

  • Applicants must complete the full application packet, including physician verification and functional needs documentation.

Application Process

Download and complete the application packet from the BSITF website or request one by phone/email.

Packets are available for individual applicants or may be completed with assistance from a case manager, rehabilitation counselor, or social worker.

The documents you need are injury documentation, affidavit of citizenship, cost quote, and proof of Georgia residency.

You may be contacted for additional documentation.

Description

The Brain and Spinal Injury Trust Fund Commission helps Georgia residents with a traumatic brain injury or traumatic spinal cord injury pay for needed items or services. This can include items such as medical equipment, home modifications, transportation, therapy, or personal support that insurance does not cover. The goal is to help people live more safely and independently in their community.

Topics