Honoring Sharon Lyons

Brain injury is a life-changing event that can have a profound impact on both survivors and their caregivers. Brain injury awareness is important because it helps people understand the challenges faced by those affected by this condition.

The Brain Injury Association of Delaware (BIADE) honors Sharon Lyons for her body of work in the brain injury community. We recognized her commitment with the “Sharon Lyons Distinguished Community Service Award” that was presented at our 1st Annual Survivor / Caregiver Celebration and Community Awards Luncheon held on March 31, 2023.  It is fitting that Sharon Lyons was our first recipient and will have the honor of having her name attached to this award for years to come.

Survivors of brain injury may experience a wide range of physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms that can make it difficult to perform everyday tasks. These symptoms may include memory loss, difficulty with speech and language, and problems with balance and coordination.

Caregivers of brain injury survivors also face many challenges, such as managing medications, providing emotional support, and helping with daily activities. It is important for caregivers to understand the needs of their loved ones with brain injury, and to seek support when needed. This may include reaching out to support groups, attending counseling sessions, or seeking respite care to help manage the demands of caregiving.

Overall, raising awareness of brain injury can help to reduce stigma and promote understanding of the challenges faced by survivors and caregivers alike. By working together, we can create a more supportive and inclusive society for all those affected by brain injury.

We're sad to share the passing of Sharon G. Lyons, age 74, of Newark, DE, who passed away surrounded by her family on Sunday, April 16, 2023. Sharon Lyons was an active Corporate Board Member with BIADE from 2012 to 2019. She served as BIADE Conference Chair from 2014 to 2017. She served as President of the BIADE Corporate Board from 2015 to 2019. She was an Emeritus Member of the BIADE Corporate Board from 2019 to 2023. She left a lasting impression on the brain injury community and helped countless brain injury survivors and caregivers throughout her life.  She will be missed by many.She was a true trailblazer and helped to shape BIADE into the organization it is today.  She has left a lasting impression on the brain injury community and will be missed by many.


We thank the Family of Sharon Lyons for choosing BIADE as their charity of choice for donations in memory of Sharon.