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ABI Program MeditationAcquired Brain Injury (ABI) Program
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Program: ABI students are students who have an acquired brain injury and that undergo a semester (or more) of cognitive rehabilitation instruction administered by licensed Speech and Language Pathologists with that goal of reintegrating into the college to complete a degree/vocational program or pursue employment.
The ABI Program is now OPEN for Fall Semester 2025. Our hours are:
Mondays-Thursdays 9-12, 1-3 PM
Please continue to follow your ABIP schedule set by your Instructor/Speech Pathologist. If you are unsure, please reach out at hponce@mtsac.edu
Accomplishments
Danielle C
Danielle had her TBI in 2000 and was ejected from a car. She attended rehab at Casa Colina and returned to school. In 2024, Danielle earned her A.S. in Educational Professional and A.A. in Liberal Arts. Danielle said, "I knew deep inside I could do this and so I trusted the processes, kept faith, and I truly believed in myself!"
Franky J
In 2022, Franky suffered an ischemic stroke, which left him with right sided weakness and aphasia. He said, "I've been supported by my family, friends, and a team of dedicated physical, occupational, and speech therapists." He completed his first 5K walk in 2025 and earned his Associate's degree in accounting. He is now working on his CPA license and Master's Degree! "The experience of living with a brain injury is frightening, but with the help of caring and compassionate individuals, it becomes more manageable."
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Heather Ponce, MS, CCC-SLP
ABI Program Lead, Speech-Language Pathologist/Instructor -
Valentina Gaete, MS CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist/Instructor
