Service Details
Brief description:
The Brain Injury Carers Support Project is dedicated to supporting unpaid carers of adults with an acquired brain injury
Organisation name:
Edinburgh Headway Group
Type of break:
Clubs or Day Facilities for Short Break/Respite Purposes
Care needs catered for:
Learning Disability, Mental Health
Ages catered for:
Young People, Adults
How do people access your service:
If you are interested in making a referral to our Brain Injury Carers Support Project then please contact us direct on 0131 370 0393 or email carers@edinburghheadway.org.uk
Full service description:
All our work is aimed at helping adults with acquired brain injuries (our members), their carers and their families.
Within our premises there are a wide range of rehabilitation activities through our Day Support. We provide activities from Monday-Thursday in our large recreational rehab suite and well-equipped gymnasium, as well as running regular outings.
It is important to us that the family members and friends of our members are also supported. We run a Carer Support Program which provides support to those who are caring for a relative or friend with a brain injury through social, information and peer support events. We also work closely with families to ensure they are well supported.
The Brain Injury Carers Support Project is dedicated to supporting unpaid carers of adults with an acquired brain injury and will specifically:
• Work with local hospitals to identify and make early contact with carers of people with an ABI.
• Provide information, advice and support to carers.
• Work with carers to agree personal outcomes which are identified as relevant to the carer.
• Utilise our partnerships to provide financial planning/benefits advice and advice on house adaptations, where required.
• Assist carers to maintain or develop a network of social relationships and support.
• Assist carers to maximise their level of participation in valued life roles and their inclusion in their home and their own community.
• Promote feelings of self-confidence and empowerment to make everyday decisions and life choice.
Price information:
No charge.
Organisation providing this information:
Edinburgh Headway Group Carers Project
Quality Assurance Accreditation:
OSCR
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