Think First

Think First is presented by trained facilitators schools and community centers at no charge. The program begins with a high-energy video in which several young people describe their experiences as disabled trauma survivors. A brief anatomy discussion is then given, showing what parts of the body can be affected by these injuries.

The program also includes speakers who have had traumatic injuries and can speak about their own experienDev-Think_First Logoces with the injury and rehabilitation processes. The program is designed to be interactive, allowing students to participate by volunteering to help demonstrate the lessons, or by asking questions. Think First stresses prevention by “thinking first” in order to avoid permanent brain and spinal cord injuries. The main message of the Think First program is that young people can have a fun, exciting life while taking precautions to avoid injury.

To schedule a Think First presentation at your school or organization, contact Magee’s Think First Coordinator at knewerla@mageerehab.org or (215) 587-3412.