RETURN TO WORK 2-Part Seminar

Thursday Part 1: Should I Return to Work?
Friday Part 2: Your Return to Work Toolkit

March 6 & 7 • 9:00AM-12:30PM
ABILITY 360 CONFERENCE CENTER

Join the Brain Injury Association of Arizona for a deep dive into returning to work after brain injury. We’ll examine everything from practical tips like time management strategies to less obvious aspects like obtaining your medical clearance.

This seminar is two days. The first day will extensively look into how to honestly assess your own work readiness from the physical and mental viewpoint. The second day will examine practical strategies and tools to navigate daily work life, like using assistive technology, goal setting and navigating interpersonal relations as you build your own return-to-work toolkit.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

AGENDA

THURSDAY • MARCH 6, 2025

Should I Return to Work?

8:30 - 9:00am

Registration & Breakfast

9:00 - 10:15am

MEDICAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR RETURN TO WORK:
• Physical recovery milestones
• Cognitive function assessment
• Understanding medical clearance

10:30am - 12:00pm

SELF-ASSESSMENT TOOLS & STRATEGUES:
• Evaluating daily living activities
• Identifying workplace challenges
• Personal readiness checklist

12:00 - 12:30pm

INTERACTIVE: Q&A | Day 1 Wrap-up

FRIDAY • MARCH 7, 2025

Your Return to Work Toolbox: Success. Strategies, & Emotional Regulation

8:30 - 9:00am

Registration & Coffee

9:00 - 10:00am

EMOTIONAL REGULATION IN THE WORKPLACE
• Understanding emotional triggers
• Developing coping strategies
• Managing workplace stress and anxiety
• Self-advocacy techniques
• Creating a personal regulation toolkit

10:15 - 11:00am

WORKPLACE ACCOMMODATION STRATEGIES
• Understanding your rights and ADA requirements
• Identifying necessary accommodations
• Communication strategies with employers

11:00 - 11:45am

BUILDING YOUR SUCCESS TOOLKIT
• Time management and energy conservation
• Using assistive technology
• Creating effective routines
• Balancing work and recovery

11:45am - 12:15pm

ACTION PLANNING
• Developing personal success plans
• Setting realistic goals
• Creating support networks
• Establishing emergency protocols

RAYS OF HOPE SEMINAR SERIES 2025