Acquired brain injury
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Acquired brain injury
Acquired Brain Injury Managed Clinical Network (ABIMCN)
The National Managed Clinical Network (NMCM) for Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) is a Scottish National Network established by the National Services Division (NSD) in 2007. Its aim is to improve access to and the quality of services for children and adults with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI).
AVM Support UK
- 01670 737 231
- info@avmsupport.org.uk
- http://www.avmsupport.org.uk/
Provide various support services for people affected by Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM).
Brain and Spine Foundation
- Helpline 0808 808 1000
- 020 7793 5900
- www.brainandspine.org.uk
Research, education and information. Booklets on a wide range of neurological conditions and symptoms and an online discussion forum. Helpline is staffed by neuroscience nurses.
Brain and Spinal Injury Charity (BASIC)
- 0161 707 6441
- enquries@basiccharity.org.uk
- www.basiccharity.org.uk
BASIC provides a specialist resource at the Neurocare Centre for people and their families in crisis following a traumatic brain injury or neurological diagnosis.
Brain Injury Research
Brain tumours kill more children and adults under the age of 40 than any other cancer, yet historically just 1% of the national spend on cancer research has been allocated to this devastating disease.
Brain Tumour Research is determined to change this.
We are the only national charity in the UK focused on finding a cure for all types of brain tumours through campaigning to increase the national investment in brain tumour research to £35 million per year, while fundraising to create a network of seven sustainable Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence across the UK.
Different Strokes
- 0845 130 7172
- info@differentstrokes.co.uk
- www.differentstrokes.co.uk
This is a new charity for young stroke survivors aiming to provide access to physio and exercise, information and counselling and advice on further education and job opportunities.
Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland (CHSS)
- 0845 077 6000
- adviceline@chss.org.uk
- www.chss.org.uk
CHSS improves the quality of life for people in Scotland affected by chest, heart and stroke illness, through medical research, influencing public policy, advice and information and support in the community.
IIH UK
IIH UK aim to provide the best possible support network for IIH sufferers and their families, to raise awareness and understanding of IIH within the general public and medical community and to champion and support medical research into finding a cure for the condition.
Meningitis Now
- 0808 80 10 388
- www.meningitisnow.org
Meningitis Now is the new name for Meningitis UK and the Meningitis Trust. Our goals remain the same - saving lives and rebuilding futures
Shine
- 01733 555 988
- shinecharity.org.uk
Shine is a charity dedicated to supporting individuals and families who face the challenges arising from spina bifida and hydrocephalus. We provide specialist support to anyone living with these conditions, as well as to parents, families, carers and professional health and social care staff. With a community of 75,000 individuals, families, friends, and professionals, Shine also provides a platform for members to share achievements, challenges, and information on living with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus
Stroke Association
- Helpline 0303 3033 100
- 020 7566 0300
- info@stroke.org.uk
- www.stroke.org.uk
The Stroke Association is the only UK wide charity solely concerned with combating stroke in people of all ages. The Stroke Association funds research into prevention, treatment and better methods of rehabilitation; campaigns to increase knowledge of stroke and improve stroke services; and act as a voice for everyone affected by stroke. Stroke survivors and family members are supported directly through its Life After Stroke Service. The Stroke Association also provides a range of informational publications, a stroke helpline and an information service for anyone affected by stroke.
The Brain Tumour Charity
- Helpline 0808 800 0004
- info@thebraintumourcharity.org
- www.thebraintumourcharity.org
The Brain Tumour Charity is the UK's largest dedicated brain tumour charity. We fund scientific and clinical research into brain tumours and offer support and information to those affected, whilst raising awareness and influencing policy.
United Kingdom Acquired Brain Injury Forum (UKABIF)
- 0845 608 0788
- www.ukabif.org.uk
Aims to promote understanding of all aspects of Acquired Brain Injury and to provide expert input to policy makers, service providers and general public. Website contains a directory of brain injury rehabilitation services.