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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
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
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
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
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 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’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
Dyspraxic handbag designer says disability inspires her ideas
Moray Luke, who has dyspraxia caused by cerebellitis, wants to shine a light on discrimination and hidden disabilities
Category: Real life stories
Published: 12 June 2023
Making light of life with epilepsy: dealing with complex partial seizures
James was diagnosed with epilepsy aged 16 and has written a book about his experiences
Category: Real life stories
Published: 6 May 2023
Endura creates bike helmets using real life head injury scans in partnership with The Brain Charity
In partnership with The Brain Charity, Endura has designed the world’s most graphic cycle helmets
Category: Real life stories
Published: 13 March 2023