Information for those caring for someone with a brain injury

Looking for Support?

Call us on Lo-call 1890 200 278 if you want to talk to someone in confidence, or get information about coping with brain injury.
Our information and support workers are available to take your call from 9 - 1 and 2 - 5, Monday to Friday.
You can also email us on: helpline@headway.ie.

We have a monthly Family Carer support group in Dublin. New people are always welcome. Click here for details.

Looking for Information about caring for someone with a brain injury?

In particular, our booklet, A Carer and Family Guide - coping with Acquired Brain Injury may have information that can help. We also have more information on brain injury in our factsheet section.

Acquired Brain Injury Ireland are running a series of training programmes for carers called Brain Aware in various locations. Download a schedule here.

Looking for Counselling Services for yourself?

We also provide information and support to family members and provide counselling services to people looking after someone with a brain injury. Download our application form here

Looking for help or services for someone with a brain injury?

Information on Headway services is here.

We also have a factsheet on Services for People Affected by Brain Injury which lists some other organisations that might be able to help. Also, check our resources section for publications, newsletters and links to other organisations that can help.

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Carers Week In June 2010 was a Great Success

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