Selecting just 12 finalists from across the UK is never an easy task, and each and every one of our nominees is worthy of praise.
Here is the shortlist for the 2017 Headway Awards. Click a person's name to read their story...
The Alex Richardson Achiever of the Year Award
Sponsored by Slater & Gordon
Carer of the Year
Sponsored by SweetTree Home Care Services
Volunteer of the Year
Sponsored by Anthony Gold Solicitors
The Stephen McAleese Outstanding Contribution to Headway Award
Sponsored by No5 Chambers
To all our finalists, and all those who were nominated for this year’s awards, we say THANK YOU! You’re all #HeadwayHeroes!