irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $151KCrisis Intervention & Caregiver Support The program provides counseling, support and education to families who are reeling under the pressures and challenges of their sudden entry into the devastating world of brain injury. Services commence during the hospital and rehabilitation stays and continue after homecoming. Support groups are offered for caregivers and survivors and mental health referrals are provided as needed.
- #2 $91KCase Management Case management works to resolve insurance issues and identify programs, legal options and funding sources. Coordination of the often complicated homecoming process ensures that caregives are not left to fend for themselves. All educational and residential options are explored so as to afford every individual the best possiblle quality of life.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Crisis Intervention & Family Support
Offers free counseling, education, and mental health referrals to survivors and families coping with the emotional and psychological impact of brain injury.
Educational Advocacy
Supports children returning to school after brain injury by collaborating with families and schools to secure appropriate educational accommodations and settings.
Insurance Advocacy & Community Reentry
Assists families in navigating insurance coverage, government entitlements, and homecoming logistics, including home care, modifications, and equipment.
Medical Advocacy
Provides expert guidance on complex medical decisions, connects patients with top specialists, and attends medical meetings to advocate for patient needs.
Rehabilitation Referrals & Care Navigation
Provides expert guidance and advocacy in selecting inpatient and outpatient facilities, specialists, and therapy programs for brain injury, stroke, and spinal injury patients.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Brain Injury Support & Rehabilitation 3 activities
- Provides case management and care navigation servicesDelivers comprehensive case management and care navigation to support brain injury patients and families, including coordination of medical care, identification of specialists and clinical settings, insurance advocacy, legal and funding options, and long-term residential and educational planning.
- Provides counseling, support, and education for brain injury patients and familiesOffers free counseling, support groups, and educational resources to brain injury survivors and their families during hospitalization, rehabilitation, and community reentry. Includes mental health referrals and ongoing support for caregivers and survivors of all ages.
- Provides specialized referrals for long-term recoveryOffers referrals to external specialists including attorneys, driving schools, and day programs to support long-term recovery and independence for brain injury survivors.
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Neurological Disorder Research & Rehabilitation 1 activity
- Connects patients with clinical trials and research opportunitiesProvides information and referrals about clinical trials and cutting-edge research for stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal injury, and other neurological conditions to support recovery and treatment options.
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Comprehensive Care Management Services 1 activity
- Coordinates community reentry and home care servicesSupports discharge planning and community reentry by arranging home care services, home health aides, nursing, therapy, and home modifications. Provides referrals for equipment and accessibility needs after discharge from medical facilities.
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Patient and Researcher Conferences 1 activity
- Hosts educational and community outreach eventsOrganizes and hosts events such as monthly Zoom meetings, the BINA Rehabilitation and Disability Expo, and the BX25NJ Expo to educate families and connect them with rehabilitation vendors, service providers, and resources.
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Special Education Support Services 1 activity
- Provides educational advocacy for children with brain injuriesSupports children returning to school after brain injury by identifying appropriate educational settings and helping secure necessary accommodations through guidance to educational teams.
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Medicare Counseling and Assistance 1 activity
- Provides insurance and government benefits advocacyOffers guidance and advocacy on insurance coverage, including Medicare, Medicaid, and supplemental plans, and helps patients navigate coverage for rehabilitation services, providers, and therapies. Provides referrals to external agencies for additional support.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.17M
Contributions & grants$1.61M138%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$17K1%
Other revenue$-465K
expenses
Total expenses$1.29M
Program expenses82%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising11%
Salaries & benefits$814K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$366K
Cash$73K
Investments$0
Liabilities$194K
Net assets$172K
Liquid reserves0.7 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -15.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHAVA GLUSTEIN | Director | 55 | $170K |
board members · 3
- AVI SCHRON — Trustee
- MARK HOROWITZ — Chairman
- RICHARD BOBO — Trustee
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Axon Partner — Co-hosted a healthcare networking event to support BINA's mission.
- Elchanan Schwarz Partner — Licensed mental health professional directing the crisis intervention and family support program.
- Elchanan Schwarz, LMHC Partner — Director of Crisis Intervention and Family Support who leads monthly family training meetings.
- New York State Department of Health Government — Refers individuals to the TBI Waiver program administered by the New York State Department of Health.
- Rabbi David Ozeiry Partner — Member of the Rabbinical Advisory Board
- Rabbi Elya Brudny Partner — Member of the Rabbinical Advisory Board
- Rabbi Eytan Feiner Partner — Member of the Rabbinical Advisory Board
- Rabbi Shlomo Feivel Schustal Partner — Member of the Rabbinical Advisory Board
- Rabbi Yaakov Bender Partner — Member of the Rabbinical Advisory Board
- The BrainTrust Partner — Monthly giving program composed of individual and corporate donors supporting BINA's work.
- schools Partner — Collaborates with schools to support educational reintegration of children after brain injury.
- top professionals Partner — Consulted by BINA's medical advocate to troubleshoot patient cases and inform treatment recommendations.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Continuous, Integrated Case Management Across Transitionsmethodology: continuity_of_careBy providing sustained counseling, case management, and reentry coordination from hospital through home, BINA reduces barriers to recovery because continuity of support addresses the evolving psychosocial, medical, and systemic challenges faced by brain injury survivors and their families.
- Individualized, Clinically-Informed Care Planningmethodology: individualized_care_planningBy tailoring recovery plans to personal needs and using licensed professionals to deliver family support, BINA enhances emotional safety and rehabilitation engagement because clinical expertise and personalization increase relevance and trust in services.
- Patient and Family Empowerment through Information and Advocacymethodology: information_empowermentBy equipping patients and families with condition-specific information, clinical navigation, and advocacy support, BINA improves decision-making and rehabilitation outcomes because informed, supported individuals can more effectively access and utilize complex medical and social systems.
- Team-Based Care Coordinationmethodology: team_based_care_coordinationBy deploying interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care across recovery stages, BINA improves rehabilitation outcomes because collaborative expertise ensures comprehensive and seamless support tailored to evolving patient needs.