The Brain Charity’s latest news

Jacob with his mum and dad.
Jacob’s UBE2A story: “Success at tribunal helped us buy our son’s medical equipment” 

Jacob is 5 and lives with UBE2A, a rare genetic condition. He was diagnosed at just 20 months old after experiencing myoclonic epilepsy.
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Category: Real life stories

Published: 28 March 2024

Friends meeting at The Brain Charity in Liverpool
We need to hear your views! Tell us how your condition affects you

Please take five minutes to complete The Brain Charity's community survey

Category: Real life stories

Published: 1 March 2024

Training at The Brain Charity in Liverpool
The Brain Charity calls for “drastic change” as only 3 in 10 autistic people in employment

The figures are despite the majority saying they would like to be working

Category: Real life stories

Published: 28 February 2024

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Inside Neurology: Our Unique Brain Information

Watch Inside Neurology: Our Unique Brain

The Brain Charity and ITN Business present an exclusive programme highlighting neurological conditions and celebrating neurodiversity.

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A drawing of people sitting and socialising 24th Apr 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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Friends performing in The Brain Charity Choir 24th Apr Activities

Sing and a social

Singing is brilliant for the brain! Join The Brain Charity's choir to socialise while gaining some singing skills.

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A night at the Circus 

We take a look back at The Brain Charity's Night at the Electro Circus event

Category: Fundraising

Published: 14 December 2023

Malmaison Liverpool team hold The Brain Charity's logo

Malmaison & Hotel du Vin team up with The Brain Charity to raise awareness of neurodiversity

The Brain Charity will be working with lifestyle hotel groups Malmaison & Hotel du Vin to support their neurodivergent customers and colleagues

Category: Fundraising

Published: 19 October 2023

A group of fundraisers from HSBC in Yorkshire with two of their number dressed as the Mario Brothers

Dedicated fundraisers conquer stormy weather

Come rain or shine: These brave fundraisers embraced our thrilling charity challenge

Category: Fundraising

Published: 19 September 2023

Artwork with Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral enveloped in clouds. It's night and there's a moon in the sky. A neon sign says A Night at The Electro Circus. There is a banner in front of the cathedral for Mark Radcliffe's band UNE who are headliners on the night.

Mark Radcliffe’s UNE headline A Night at the Electro Circus

A Liverpool Christmas party with a difference

Category: Fundraising

Published: 15 September 2023

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Will You… Help The 1 in 6 With Neurological Conditions?

Pass on something wonderful this Remember a Charity Week

Category: Fundraising

Published: 4 September 2023

Rain damage to The Brain Charity offices caused by a collapsed ceiling from leaking roof

More than a roof: Raising £150,000 to secure the future of The Brain Charity’s HQ

Our vital services for people with neurological conditions are disrupted every time it rains

Category: Fundraising

Published: 29 August 2023

Some of the varied types of fundraisers for The Brain Charity, showing runners, bikers and people wearing nineties gear at work

Making a difference: more extraordinary charity fundraising efforts from our 30 for 30 fundraisers

From marathons and the MoD to neuro-bikers and nineties revivals, it’s been an incredible six months for our special fundraising 30th anniversary 30 for 30 challenge

Category: Fundraising

Published: 30 June 2023

Scrap Car Comparison pickup

The Brain Charity chosen as featured charity by Scrap Car Comparison

Customers scrapping their cars with Scrap Car Comparison will help The Brain Charity raise vital funds this month

Category: Fundraising

Published: 15 June 2023

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Vote for The Brain Charity to win donation from My Favourite Voucher Codes

Help The Brain Charity win a donation this June

Category: Fundraising

Published: 25 May 2023

One of the unique Endura Project Heid CAT-scan cycling helmet designs

Win one of the world’s most graphic cycling helmets

Enter our prize draw for just £5 to win a one-of-a-kind Endura bike helmet

Category: Fundraising

Published: 5 May 2023

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