Brain Blog
Please find below our series of blog articles, expressing the personal views of our bloggers.
Flying Start for European Month of the Brain
Posted on May 09, 2013 by Richard Stables
European month of the brain got off to a flying start in Limerick at the weekend, with Headway staff and supporters taking part in The Great Limerick Run.
Headway will have an information stand in The Crescent shopping centre, Dooradoyle, this Thursday (9th May) from 10am to 5pm.
Gearing up for European Brain Month
Posted on April 23, 2013 by Richard Stables
You might be aware that Ireland is currently hosting the presidency of the EU Council. This is coinciding with the first ever European Month of the Brain to last for the month of May. It's an unprecedented opportunity for all of us to show what we can do for people affected by brain injury and other neurological conditions. It's also an opportunity to make a few sobering points about Ireland's performance in neurological services compared to the rest of our European colleagues. As the Neurological Alliance of Ireland has pointed out, we continue to lag far behind most European countries when it comes to investing in and developing services for people with neurological conditions.
Lobby Day in Leinster House - 27th Feb
Posted on February 25, 2013 by Richard Stables
The Neurological Alliance of Ireland, (www.nai.ie), the umbrella group for charities providing services to people affected by neurological conditions is organising a lobby day in Leinster House on Wednesday. Following the successful launch of the neurorehabilitation manifesto, the day aims to focus political attention on much needed services for the thousands of people affected by neurological conditions such as brain injury and others.
As Ireland prepares to host European Month of the Brain in May 2013, as part of events for its EU presidency, the NAI will highlight this country's track record when it comes to neurological care services.
St Valentine's Day
Posted on February 14, 2013 by Ruth Lunnon
St Valentine's Day falls this week.
Did you know that St Valentine, known as the Patron Saint of Love, is also the Patron Saint of Epilepsy?
Epilepsy Ireland, who used to be called Brainwave, have an interesting article on the link between St Valentine and epilepsy here.
If you suffer from seizures, Epilepsy Ireland have services and supports that can help you. Call them on 01-455 7500 or visit www.epilepsy.ie.
Same Me, Different Me
Posted on November 21, 2012 by Richard Stables
Same Me, Different Me is the title of a song recorded by another of the peer support "Harbour" groups run in Headway Dublin.
The inspiration for the song came from the group members' own experience of living with brain injury and coping with its challenges.
The song was produced by the group with the help of Kenn Davis of Craftzone (www.craftzone.ie) and was entered it into the "Better Together" competition, gathering over 700 votes!
And we have now released the song as a CD single, which you can purchase in our online store for €5 plus delivery.
You do need a reason to do things ...
Posted on November 02, 2012 by Richard Stables
Headway client and brain injury survivor Pat Kearney suffered a Brain Aneurysm which left him with ongoing difficulties. He talks about his experience of attending Headway and the importance of motivation in an interview with Phoenix FMs Michael Ryan and Connor Williams. Headway's Caroline Earley also speaks about accessing Headway services.
"If Headway wasn't there, I could be sitting at home all day, every day"
To listen to the audio recording of the interview, click the link:
http://www.headway.ie/stories/you-do-need-a-reason-to-do-things-pats-experience/
Una's Story
Posted on October 25, 2012 by Richard Stables
Our latest addition to our personal stories section features Una McGettigan, who survived a fall from a horse which resulted in a serious head injury. During emergency surgery, her family were told she had a ten percent chance of survival. But survive she did, and she talks to Caroline Brennan from Giant Leap Productions (www.giantleapproductions.ie) about her experience and her journey of recovery following the accident. http://www.headway.ie/stories/unas-story-audio/
Making Headway with Lillies Bordello
Posted on September 27, 2012 by Richard Stables
This Friday night, 12th October 2012. We are delighted to announce that Peter O'Brien, General Manager of Lillie's Bordello, is kindly hosting a fundraising night in aid of Headway.
Doors open at 8pm. Minimum donation on the door of €10 per person. There will be a Raffle with fantastic prizes and entertainment supplied by the Lillie's House Band.
We will also be launching the brilliant new song, "Same Me - Different Me", by Headway's Harbour Peer support group on the night. Copies of the CD will be on sale for €5.
Please note that, unfortunately, there is no wheelchair access at the venue.
Packie lends a hand
Posted on July 27, 2012 by Richard Stables
The Headway "Harbour" peer support group have been working on an awareness raising video project. They enlisted the help of a certain famous Irish sporting legend, Mr Packie Bonner who visited the group and contributed to the movie. We are all eagerly awaiting the finished product which will help towards bringing greater awareness to Headway and brain injury in Ireland.
Group members pictured are (L to R) Louise Gilsenan, Mark McDonagh, Packie Bonner, Eddie Byrne, Louise Dolan, Jennifer Larkin and Harley the dog.
Watch this space for information on the upcoming release of the video.
Linda's Larder
Posted on June 15, 2012 by Linda's Larder
Hello, and welcome to the third helping of Linda's Larder.
I hope you are all enjoying the recipes so far, and aren't finding them to difficult to follow. As I said in my first blog post, don't feel you have to stick to the ingredients in these recipes. Be adventurous, and use your own ideas. That is what makes a good cook!
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