Haley Brain Wellness Program

10/12/2026

Registration is closing soon for the Brain Health Summit!

The Celebration of Valor: Brain Health Summit is more than an event — it’s a movement for hope, healing, and resilience in our veteran community.

When? Saturday, November 7 | 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Where? VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena | Duval Room
Cost? Free!
Registration? Required (link below) by October 16th

Learn about vital brain health resources.
Connect with experts and community partners.
Enjoy a complimentary brunch buffet.
Join us as we honor our heroes with the care they deserve.

This event is presented in collaboration with the City of Jacksonville Military Affairs and Veterans Department and VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena.

Learn more about our program at UFHealthJax.org/brain-wellness

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-uf-health-brain-health-summit-healing-minds-changing-lives-tickets-1996985040012

In collaboration with the COJ Military Affairs & Veterans Dept., and VyStar Credit Union, this free event supports veterans’ brain health

10/08/2026

Taking care of your mental health isn’t just about feeling better emotionally — it can also protect your physical health in the long run.

Conditions like depression, anxiety, and PTSD are linked to increased risk for chronic illnesses such as heart disease, diabetes, and stroke, partly due to the effects of prolonged stress on the body.

Early and ongoing treatment — whether through therapy, medication, lifestyle changes, or a combination — can reduce these risks, improve quality of life, and help you stay healthier for years to come. That's a key reason why the Haley Brain Wellness Program offers interdisciplinary, collaborative care to help veterans and first responders with a history of brain injury make lasting gains in their overall wellness.

Interested in learning more? We invite you to visit our website at: https://ufhealthjax.org/brain-wellness/

10/05/2026

We blinked and all of a sudden it's October! While it may not feel like fall in Northeast Florida, it's never too early to start planning for the holidays – our favorite Thanksgiving tradition is taking part in the the UF Health Turkey Trot for Brain Injury Awareness on Thanksgiving morning!

Registration for participants of all ages is now open and the event does tend to sell out, so sign up while you can! Furry friends are welcome, and turkey-themed costumes are optional. We hope to see you out there!

https://1stplacesports.com/races/tonys-turkey-trot-5k/

10/01/2026

Calling all veterans, families, and supporters!

Don’t miss the Celebration of Valor: Brain Health Summit – a FREE event focused on veteran brain health, PTSD, TBI, and invisible wounds. 🧠

Saturday, November 7 | 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena | Duval Room
Free brunch & free parking
Resources for veterans & families
Expert-led sessions

Registration by 10/16 is required. Tickets can be found at the link below:

In collaboration with the COJ Military Affairs & Veterans Dept., and VyStar Credit Union, this free event supports veterans’ brain health

09/28/2026

September is National Service Dog Month! 🐾

Service dogs can help people with brain injuries and PTSD by reducing anxiety, providing balance support, and interrupting nightmares or flashbacks.

At the Haley Brain Wellness Program, service dogs are always welcome as part of the healing journey. We even have a station dog of our own, Axel!

09/24/2026

Firefighters face unique risks to their brain health, including concussions, exposure to toxic smoke, extreme heat, and the cumulative effects of stress and trauma. These challenges can contribute to both physical and emotional symptoms long after the call ends.

At the Haley Brain Wellness Program, we’re committed to supporting firefighters and other first responders through comprehensive care that addresses persisting symptoms associated with brain injury, regardless of whether the injury was sustained in the line of duty. From neurological evaluation to behavioral health support, we work alongside you to restore function and improve quality of life — because those who rush in for us deserve the best in return.

09/21/2026

Check it out!

A new article on the UF Health site highlights our involvement as one of the lead clinical sites for the Veteran’s Interdisciplinary Care for TBI and co-Occurring disorders Rehabilitation Trial (VICTORY-RCT).

We proud to be part of this endeavor alongside our collaborators in the Avalon Action Alliance: the UNC THRIVE Program at UNC Chapel Hill, the BRAVE Program at the Medical College of Wisconsin, the MossRehab Institute for Brain Health at Jefferson Health, and the Marcus Institute for Brain Health at the University of Colorado.

UF Health Jacksonville’s Leon L. Haley Jr., M.D., Brain Wellness Program is proud to be one of five leading clinical sites participating in the Veteran’s Interdisciplinary Care for TBI and co-Occurring disorders Rehabilitation Trial (VICTORY-RCT). Led by Site Principal Investigator Alicia K. Vose, PhD, CCC-SLP, assistant professor of Neurology and director of research for the UF Haley Brain Wellness Program, VICTORY-RCT is a national, multi-center clinical trial sponsored by the Avalon Action Alliance.

The study is evaluating an intensive, interdisciplinary outpatient rehabilitation model for military veterans and first responders living with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and co-occurring conditions, including depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. As one of the most rigorous rehabilitation trials of its kind, VICTORY-RCT has the potential to strengthen the evidence base for intensive interdisciplinary care and help shape future standards of treatment for veterans, first responders, and others living with the long-term effects of traumatic brain injury.

We are proud for the Haley Brain Wellness Program and UF Health Jacksonville to contribute to this important national effort alongside our collaborating clinical sites.

09/18/2026

"Off we go into the wild blue yonder..." 🎶✈️

Today we celebrate the 78th birthday of the U.S. Air Force and Air National Guard, whose proud legacy stretches back to 1947. For decades, Airmen have stood ready to protect our skies and support missions at home and abroad. Thank you for your dedication, courage, and excellence in service.

09/14/2026

Much of the conversation about sport-related concussions, which are a type of mild traumatic brain injury, centers around tackle football. However, concussions can occur in any sport – including sports that don't require the use of helmets, such as soccer and cheerleading. Good sportsmanship includes learning and using proper technique and staying vigilant for signs of concussion.

09/11/2026

On September 11th, we pause to remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the attacks of 2001 and to honor the extraordinary courage of the firefighters, police officers, and other first responders who rushed toward danger to save others.

Our team remains deeply committed to supporting the health and well-being of the veterans and first responders who continue to serve our communities and nation.

Never Forget.