For individuals Information for people affected by brain injury
The information in this section is designed for people who have sustained a brain injury, their family members and carers.
It is organised into sections to give you an overview of brain injury, its causes and effects, then provide further information on rehabilitation and ongoing care.
The practical issues section provides a wealth of information on issues such as claiming compensation, welfare benefits and holidays.
The brain injury and me section contains a wide range of real-life stories from people affected by brain injury. We know that everyone's brain injury is different, so the stories cover a range of different conditions and perspectives.
Finally, you can get further information by browsing our comprehensive range of factsheets, and don't forget to check out the further information section to get more details of acquired brain injury.
Effects of brain injury
Find out about some of the main difficulties that arise after brain injury, together with some suggestions as to how to deal with them.
Find out moreHospital treatment and early recovery
Find out moreBrain injury and me
Find out moreIn your area
Find brain injury support in your area by searching our directory of local Headway groups and branches, specialist solicitors, approved care providers and charity shops.
Find out moreHeadway Emergency Fund
The Emergency Fund provides one-off small grants to help adult brain injury survivors and their families cope with the practical implications of brain injury.
Find out moreLegal advice
Information and resources to help you claim compensation after a brain injury.
Find out moreHelpline
The Headway helpline is a free, confidential service available to anyone with a question about brain injury - from survivors and carers to students and professionals.
Find out moreBrain Injury Identity Card
Our Brain Injury Identity Card provides survivors with added confidence in social situations, while helping them to get the right support if they come into contact with the criminal justice system.
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