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Progress, not perfection: Building truly inclusive spaces

Why follow‑up care is essential for inclusive practice.
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Category: News

Published: 4 March 2026

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Understanding Tourette syndrome

The science, challenging the myths

Category: News

Published: 4 March 2026

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A woman smiling and talking to another at a drama rehearsal 9th Mar Activities

Chronically Creative

Chronically Creative is a project rooted in drama, craft and creativity.

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Paint poured art 10th Mar Activities

“Leaving it behind” – a creative letting go workshop

This creative group session offers a chance to explore letting go of things that no longer feel helpful.

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A drawing of people sitting and socialising 18th Mar Support groups

Aphasia talking table

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

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Not just epilepsy: Understanding seizures and how they affect you

A practical guide to the different types of seizures

Category: Advice

Published: 19 December 2025

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Navigating Personal Independence Payment with a neurological condition? Watch our new video!

Animation provides essential PIP tips for people with brain conditions

Category: Advice

Published: 27 January 2025

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The impact of speech therapy for people living with aphasia

Harnessing the power of peer support to help others communicate

Category: Advice

Published: 4 October 2024

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What I’ve learned from living with superficial siderosis

How to score in life, when your brain doesn’t want to play ball

Category: Advice

Published: 18 January 2024

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10 things you didn’t know about epilepsy 

Written by Sharon Ross, who lives with epilepsy and is passionate about raising awareness of the condition

Category: Advice

Published: 17 January 2024

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What is masking, what does it look like and how can it affect people?

Understanding the invisible struggles of those who mask

Category: Advice

Published: 16 September 2023

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The power of music: how singing benefits the brain

Our choirmaster Grayson outlines the benefits of music for the brain – both physically, mentally and socially

Category: Advice

Published: 9 May 2023

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How to support neurodivergent employees and create a neuroinclusive workplace

How to create a neurodiverse and neuroinclusive workplace where everyone can thrive

Category: Advice

Published: 14 March 2023

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How to get employers to take headaches seriously

Headaches can make it harder to do your job - here's how to speak to your manager about reasonable adjustments

Category: Advice

Published: 4 March 2023

Author Robert Douglas-Fairhust

Ten tips for dealing with MS

Advice on how to cope with being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS)

Category: Advice

Published: 1 March 2023

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