When it comes to brain injury… we get it!
We have been supporting the Hunter and Central Coast since 1987.
Our difference is our expertise. Headstart is a specialist service supporting the choices and independence of people with an acquired brain injury (ABI).
Brain injury is complex and can challenge every aspect of your life - movement, talking, thinking and feeling. Even though every person might be affected differently, we understand brain injury, the barriers and the invisible nature of the injury.
Soccer legend Craig Johnston is Headstart’s newest ambassador.
Whilst still at the top of his game playing for Liverpool, Craig received news from his parents that his sister Faye had been seriously injured.
“We all thought Faye would get better but she didn’t... nobody could help. So I retired from football, it was a big decision.”
We support some amazing people! Here are some of their stories:
Tracey was diagnosed with brain cancer. The challenge is real, but so is Tracey's courage.
Dayne had dozens of seizures a day. Brain surgery and Headstart's support has given him a new lease on life.
Brain cancer left Mark with limited eyesight. With Headstart’s support he is finally pursuing his passions again.
Scott had a serious motorcycle accident. This is his journey of recovery, and walking again is his main goal.
Our Approach:
1. Whatever it takes - we strive to find creative solutions that suit you.
2. Find your strengths - discover your resilience, confidence and "can do’s".
3. Reframe the challenge - sometimes people get stuck, and we help to look at a problem from a different angle.
4. Learning together - believing in trial and error everyday - what works for you, and what may not.
5. Always be growing - getting back on track may seem a far off dream. We join your journey to a place where brain injury doesn't define you, but your achievements and successes do.
6. Create an environment - where you find inspiration to dream more, do more in a way that suits you, your life and choices.
“Life after brain Injury... make it happen”
