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Gage Gives Back Gage survived abusive head trauma injury in 2003 and beat the odds. Now an adult, he advocates for disability awareness and inclusion.

Follow Gage Gives Back to learn, share and stand with the disability community. On November 11, 2003, at the age of two months, Gage was shaken by the hands of someone who loved him. This one small moment of time changed the life of Gage and everyone around him. Now 11 years old, Gage has spent his whole life going to doctor appointments, speech, occupational, physical and behavior therapy. Through all this, Gage and his family were determined to take back that day of tragedy and turn it into something positive, and so Gage Gives Back was founded. Gage Gives Back's mission is to provide outreach, information, education and support to families experiencing the lifetime of challenges of Traumatic Brain Injury.

10/06/2026

🚫 “Lazy.”

“Doesn’t care.”

“Not trying.”

“Just needs to pay attention.”

Words like these can hurt someone who is struggling with a learning difference or ADHD.

Before judging someone, ask what support they need.

10/03/2026

🧠📚 October is ADHD Awareness Month and Learning Disabilities Awareness Month, and it’s also National Bullying Prevention Month.

This month, Gage Gives Back is going to talk about learning differently, disability inclusion, ADHD, learning disabilities, and the importance of creating communities where everyone feels accepted.

Different doesn’t mean less.

09/26/2026

🧠 People with disabilities deserve healthcare providers who listen to them, respect them, and include them in decisions about their own health.

Our voices matter in our healthcare.

09/24/2026

đź’š Sometimes the most important thing you can do is listen.

You don’t always need to have the perfect answer.

Sometimes someone simply needs to know:

“I’m here. I’m listening. You matter.”

09/19/2026

🤝 Don’t disappear from someone’s life because they have a disability.

Invite them.

Call them.

Include them.

Friendship and connection are important parts of health.

09/14/2026

🛑 Some brain injuries can be prevented.

Use seat belts. Wear appropriate helmets and protective equipment. Make safe choices around children.

And remember:

Never shake a baby.

09/13/2026

đź’™ TBI affects more than the person who was injured.

Families and caregivers can experience their own stress, exhaustion, and emotional challenges.

Caregivers need support too.

09/09/2026

💚 Asking for help isn’t weakness.

For someone living with a brain injury, asking for support can be an important part of taking care of their health.

We should make asking for help feel safe—not shameful.

Back to Special Olympics bowling!
09/08/2026

Back to Special Olympics bowling!

Happy 23rd Birthday to my amazing son, Gage! ❤️🎂You have never let your injury define you. Instead, you have turned your...
09/06/2026

Happy 23rd Birthday to my amazing son, Gage! ❤️🎂

You have never let your injury define you. Instead, you have turned your experiences into a purpose—sharing your story to educate others about traumatic brain injury and abusive head trauma, and helping people understand the impact they can have on a person’s life.

You work hard, you face challenges head-on, and no matter how many times life knocks you down, you never give up. Watching you grow into the strong, compassionate, determined, and truly remarkable young man you are today has been one of the greatest joys of my life.

I am beyond proud of you, Gage, and all that you continue to accomplish. Never forget how much you are capable of and how many lives your story can touch.

I love you to the moon and back, always and forever. 🌙❤️

Happy 23rd Birthday, Gage! 🎉
Love, Mom

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