Brain Support Network

Brain Support Network (BSN) is a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to the well-being of those challenged by neurodegenerative disorders. Brain Support Network has three missions: First, Brain Donation(scope: USA) We promote and facilitate brain donation for individuals diagnosed with any neurological disorder. Rather than contribute funds toward research, we contribute what the researchers need but are not organized to collect themselves: brain tissue of patients diagnosed with these rare neurological disorders. Second, Family Education(scope: Worldwide). Brain Support Network tracks research, videos, and published material into the four Atypical Parkinsonism disorders (LBD, PSP, MSA, CBD), sifting through medical journals and other sources. We help busy families identify the best resources so that they can have meaningful discussions with medical providers and serve as effective advocates. Third, Caregiver Support Group(scope: Northern California, USA. We convene monthly caregiver support group meetings in Northern California. These meetings are for family caregivers only and focus on the four Atypical Parkinsonisms (LBD, PSP, MSA, CBD). Meetings are volunteer run-These volunteers help caregivers in a way that medical practitioners cannot, sharing in-the-trenches experience and advice.