Acquired brain injury information leaflet launched

Ireland’s acquired brain injury support organisations have come together to launch an information leaflet on support services available in Ireland. 

The leaflet, by Acquired Brain Injury Ireland, BRÍ and Headway, highlights the importance of increasing awareness and providing accurate information at the right time to those affected by the condition.
 
Acquired brain injury (ABI) occurs when a person’s brain tissue is damaged, either through a traffic accident, a fall, sports injury, following a stroke, or as a result of a viral infections or lack of oxygen.

Acquired brain injury has been described as a silent epidemic. People with ABI may often look fine but can have many problems, which mean they cannot resume their previous lives or even return home.

Kieran Loughran, CEO of Headway said that the new ABI leaflet lets people who are affected by ABI and their families know that they are not alone and that there are organisations here to help.
 
Michael Clavin of BRÍ added: “We are actively helping to provide clear information for people and families with acquired brain injury. Knowing where to find specialist services is important for the thousands of Irish families affected by ABI and will help to reduce the stress and anxiety endured by families at a difficult time.”
 
The leaflet is available through all Acquired Brain Injury Ireland, BRÍ and Headway offices and websites. It is also available in Citizen Information Centres nationwide. 

[Posted: Sun 26/07/2009]