Think First

Think First is a nationally recognized head and spinal cord injury prevention program that was created in 1986 by The American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) and The Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS). Think First is designed to educate children and teens on ways to prevent head and spinal cord injuries by presenting programs free of charge to schools, churches and civic organizations. We have adopted the belief that prevention is the only cure.

Rehabilitation Institute at Santa Barbara is the County sponsor of this nationally recognized injury prevention program. This comprehensive injury prevention program is designed to help young children develop lifelong safety habits to minimize their risks of sustaining brain, spinal cord and other traumatic injuries. The program targets children in grades 1-3 and covers six main topics: introduction to the brain and spinal cord anatomy; vehicle, water, bicycle, sports and recreational safety; as well as safety around weapons and creative problem solving. The program educates students about activities that place them at risk, while teaching them the best ways to stay safe and injury-free. The learning experience is fun, yet meaningful.

For more information on Think First in Santa Barbara County, please contact Denise Dowd:
Rehabilitation Institute at Santa Barbara
2415 De la Vina Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105,
(805) 687-7444 ext. 2311

Or contact:

ThinkFirst Foundation
5550 Meadowbrook Drive, Suite 110
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
email: thinkfirst@thinkfirst.org
Toll Free (800) Think56 (844-6556)
Fax: (847) 290-9005