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New age kurling

Kurling is another of our fun, accessible activities at The Brain Charity.

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Aphasia talking table

Talking with a supportive, small group can be really beneficial for issues with aphasia, whatever the cause.

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The Brain Charity’s annual celebration

Join us to hear from our staff, clients and volunteers about the work we have done over the last financial year. Nibbles and drinks will be provided. 

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News items

Helen & Bob

Helen’s life with Functional Neurological Disorder 

"When I was first diagnosed with FND, some doctors didn't even know what it was. You end up having to explain it to them. That's why charities like The Brain Charity are so important — they educate people living with these conditions, as well as the professionals."

Category: Real life stories

Published: 2 September 2025

Andrew Kane and family

Family faces world’s rarest Lissencephaly case as Grandad raises for charity 

"I wanted to turn my pain into something that could help others."

Category: Real life stories

Published: 21 July 2025

Lydia posing on a bed. Picture used for her article about dyspraxia.

“I felt weird and different, but now it’s my purpose to raise awareness”: Lydia’s dyspraxia journey

Overcoming misunderstandings around dyspraxia

Category: Real life stories

Published: 12 February 2025

Sunlight emerging from clouds over the sea

How a head injury caused epilepsy – but became Emma’s path to helping others

Thirty-five years ago, a family walk changed Emma’s life forever

Category: Real life stories

Published: 23 December 2024

Woman with blond tousled hair standing against a bare stone wall

Neurodivergence and debt: how being neurodivergent can impact on managing money

Moray Luke is calling for more understanding of neurodiversity from banks

Category: Real life stories

Published: 11 December 2024

Two women. Kellyann and Rose standing against a plain red background

The impact of speech therapy for people living with aphasia

Harnessing the power of peer support to help others communicate

Category: Real life stories

Published: 4 October 2024

Man sitting behind a desk wearing a Brain Charity lanyard. He is smiling at the camera.

People of The Brain Charity: Meet Scott

Scott Black is the driving force behind The Brain Charity’s Neuro Gym

Category: Real life stories

Published: 11 July 2024

Information and Advice Officer Diane

People of The Brain Charity: Meet Diane

Information and Advice Officer Diane tells us what she wishes people knew about The Brain Charity

Category: Real life stories

Published: 30 April 2024

Volunteer befriender Kirsty

Volunteer voices: Kirsty’s brain tumour story 

“Giving someone your time and a listening ear is a selfless act”

Category: Real life stories

Published: 10 November 2023

Alan standing in The Brain Food Café where he volunteers

Alan’s head injury story: “I signed up to volunteer after The Brain Charity helped me”

Alan volunteered at The Brain Food Café after experiencing a head injury

Category: Real life stories

Published: 18 September 2023