The Bison Foundation is in the early stages of building support for people affected by brain injury. At this time, it is not providing direct services.
"Building support for brain injury survivors and families — with care, patience, and purpose."
John Byler founded The Bison Foundation after living through a mild traumatic brain injury. That experience shaped his commitment to helping others affected by brain injury.
The foundation is still developing its work and is not currently providing direct services. Its early focus is on understanding needs and shaping future support.
BISON stands for Brain Injury Support: Operational & Neurological — a simple reminder of the work ahead.
Every letter reflects our commitment to those we serve — and the neurological reality of brain injury.
Recognizing the complex neurological realities of brain injury and its far-reaching effects on every dimension of life.
Acknowledging that brain injuries — traumatic or acquired — alter lives in deeply personal, often invisible ways.
Building a community of care that surrounds survivors and their families with practical help and lasting hope.
Creating programs designed for real life — in-home, hands-on, and community-based, not just theoretical.
Honoring the uniqueness of every brain and every recovery — "as specific as our injuries are, as specific as our fingerprints."
The foundation is still shaping a few possible service ideas for the future. None of these are being offered yet.
A future in-home support idea under consideration for people affected by brain injury.
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A future retreat-style concept for rest and renewal for people affected by brain injury.
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A future form of direct support for people facing hardship after brain injury.
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Brain injury doesn't care about borders or backgrounds. It touches families across Kansas and communities around the world. We're building a network of care that follows the need — locally and globally.
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