Real life stories

Lee’s story: “I thought I’d never box again – now I can coach others”

Discover the story of Lee, a young boxer whose life took a dramatic turn due

Category: Neuro Gym

Published: 6 October 2025

Emily Ronin

Em’s autism story: “I finally feel like I belong” 

Follow Em's path from autism diagnosis to discovering support through The Brain Charity after her

Published: 30 September 2025

Eric Gym Client

Eric’s Epilepsy Story: “The Neuro Gym’s helped me stand tall again for my Mum”

Explore Eric's inspiring journey with epilepsy and how he has overcome significant challenges since childhood.

Category: Social activities

Published: 1 September 2025

Matt Browrigg

Matt’s stroke story: “The Brain Charity gave me direction and purpose”

Learn about Matt's recovery journey following three strokes and the vital support he received along

Published: 1 July 2025

Cassandra Hill

Cassandra’s MS story: “Counselling helped me feel lighter – I wasn’t carrying it all on my own” 

Read about Cassandra's journey with multiple sclerosis and how counselling transformed her emotional well-being.

Category: Counselling

Published: 30 June 2025

Volunteer Suzie

Suzie’s spinal injury story: “The Brain Charity gave me a reason to leave the house again”

Learn how a spinal injury transformed Suzie's life and her determination to overcome the challenges

Category: Volunteering

Published: 10 June 2025

Amber

Amber’s volunteering story: “From the moment I stepped through the doors, I found it to be a warm, welcoming, and supportive place.” 

Discover the impact of volunteering at The Brain Charity and how it transforms lives like

Category: Volunteering

Published: 10 June 2025

Helen’s stroke story: “If only I had a million pounds, I’d give it to The Brain Charity right away” 

Discover the impact of a stroke on Helen and how specialised counselling made a difference

Category: Counselling

Published: 30 April 2025

Picture of woman (Hollie) wearing glasses

Hollie’s autism story: “If there was better understanding in workplaces, then more people who are neurodivergent could thrive” 

Explore Hollie's journey living with autism and ADHD, highlighting the importance of support and inclusion

Category: Welfare benefits

Published: 22 April 2025

Boy, Freddie, with Grandad Phil.

Freddie’s Kabuki syndrome story: “The respite we received from The Brain Charity was invaluable”

Explore the impact of Kabuki syndrome through the story of Rachel, Phil and their grandson.

Category: Help for children

Published: 24 March 2025