Living with Acquired Brain Injury: Understanding, Awareness and Support

Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) can significantly affect day-to-day living. ABI refers to any injury to the brain occurring after birth, often due to incidents such as trauma, stroke, infection, or oxygen deprivation. The impact of such an injury varies widely depending on which part of the brain is involved and how serious the damage is. People may face a mixture of physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges, including memory, concentration, speech, mood, fatigue, and mobility issues. Sometimes the effects are invisible to others, so navigating work, relationships, and social environments can be especially demanding.

Marking Action for Brain Injury Week (19–25 May 2025)

Action for Brain Injury Week (ABI Week) is held annually to spotlight ABI and offer greater support to those affected. From 19th to 25th May 2025, the initiative brings together individuals, charities, and organisations to share information, campaign for better resources, and encourage broader inclusion.

This year's theme, On a good day, draws attention to the unpredictable patterns of life after brain injury.

Many people living with acquired brain injury find that their abilities vary from day to day, which can be difficult for others to understand.

One day, someone might appear to be coping well; on another day, they may be overwhelmed by fatigue, confusion, or pain. The theme highlights this inconsistency and the need for patience, support, and tailored care.

ABI Week invites everyone to get involved through educational activities, awareness campaigns, and fundraising events such as Hats for Headway – a fun initiative with a serious message.

Our Commitment to Clients Living with ABI

At Vitale, we recognise that each person's experience with brain injury is different. That's why we provide tailored, professional care that respects each individual's unique situation and promotes recovery and autonomy.

Our Care Professionals are specially trained to support people with ABI. They are equipped to deal with the wide range of effects that brain injuries can cause, from mobility limitations and memory issues to emotional shifts and changes in behaviour. Whether assisting with daily routines or helping manage communication and mood, our team offers reliable, compassionate care.

Each care plan is developed in close consultation with the client and their family. We consider their personal goals, routines, and challenges. Working alongside LV Rehabilitation allows us to continually develop our knowledge and training in accordance with the latest evidence and therapeutic approaches.

We also maintain regular contact with NHS professionals, GPs, and therapists to ensure care is coordinated and responsive to changing needs. Ultimately, our mission is to help people live as independently and meaningfully as possible, not only on their best days, but consistently.

ABI Week 2025 presents a key opportunity to build awareness and offer better support to those with ABI. At Vitale Care, we're proud to be part of this effort, standing by our clients with expert care that adapts to their needs and strengthens their quality of life. If you or someone close to you needs help living with Acquired Brain Injury, don't hesitate to contact us.

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