Up to 75% of domestic violence survivors experience traumatic brain injury (TBI) – often unrecognized and untreated. 

Survivors with brain injuries are navigating housing, healthcare, employment, and legal systems with altered brain function, while those systems are rarely designed to account for it.

On April 22, 2026, HCDVCC convened leaders across research, healthcare, public systems, and community organizations to explore a growing reality: brain health and survivor safety are deeply connected.

This report shares key findings and recommendations from that conversation. Investing in survivor safety and brain health strengthens workforce stability, reduces long-term system costs, and improves community outcomes.

Harris County is not starting from scratch. The opportunity now is to align, sustain, and scale what is already working.