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We help people with all forms of neurological condition to lead longer, healthier, happier lives

There are more than 600 conditions affecting the brain, spine and nervous system. We’re the only national charity providing practical help, emotional support and social activities for every single one.

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Real life stories

We share case studies showing how we've helped our clients to explain our services, reduce stigma and fight for an inclusive society.

Rose at The Brain Charity's centre

Rose’s aphasia story: "A stroke took my voice away. Singing in The Brain Charity's choir helped me find it again"

When Rose's ability to speak returned following a stroke, she had a Russian accent.

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The Brain Charity's employment project helped Theresa move forward following her dyslexia diagnosis Employment

Teresa’s neurodiversity story: “I’ve been called stupid since I was young, but The Brain Charity built my confidence”

The former carer took her first ever selfie thanks to our employment service.
Graham with his daughter Joanne, aged 19, who visited him in hospital before her end of school prom Help in hospitals

Graham’s brain haemorrhage story: “I went from working in intensive care to being there myself”

Graham, 58, started his career as a pharmacist at The Walton Centre.
Dominick, who received support from The Brain Charity after experiencing an AVM Info & advice

Dominick’s AVM story: “I thought I was too young to have a stroke at 24 – The Brain Charity motivated me to keep going”

Dominick learned to walk and talk again following 9-hour brain surgery to remove the arteriovenous malformation.
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