Brain Injury Hub
A resource for families, teachers and anyone who would like to know more about acquired brain injury in children.
What is acquired brain injury (ABI)?
Read our introduction to acquired brain injury including its effects and causes.
Learn moreHospital and rehabilitation
This section covers time in hospital, specialist centres and rehabilitation back at home.
Learn moreLiving with an acquired brain injury
Guidance on managing some of the physical and emotional effects of an acquired brain injury.
Learn moreReturn to education
Advice for families and school staff on managing the return to school after an acquired brain injury.
Learn moreApproaching adulthood
A look at the steps towards adulthood including employment, driving and relationships.
Learn moreParents and carers
Practical tips and advice to help the whole family after an acquired brain injury.
Learn moreLatest on brain injury
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Football’s Premier League to trial permanent concussion substitutes
Recommendations from IFAB’s concussion expert group will allow substitutes for players with actual or suspected concussion.
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Dexter’s puppy love
BBC’s 12 puppies and us shows the Summerscales-Heard family training their companion dog for five- year-old Dexter, who has cerebral palsy and received rehabilitation at The Children’s Trust.
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Priority groups in the COVID-19 vaccination programme
We look at where families of disabled children fit in the priorities for the current COVID-19 vaccination programme based on the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation advice.
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Coronavirus – tips for families following a brain injury
At this ever-changing time we’re sharing advice for families on routine, relaxation, reassurance and more, provided by clinical experts at The Children’s Trust.
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Look back at 2020
It’s been a tough year so we’re very grateful to those of you who told us your stories and helped us to share more information with families and professionals. Here are some of our highlights.
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British Bobsleigh raises funds and awareness for brain injury
GB’s #1 bobsleigh crew supports The Children’s Trust alongside other charities.
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