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Volunteering Stories

These stories from current and past volunteers may help you gain a little insight about what volunteering with us entails, and how it can benefit both Headway Nottingham and you!

Maria's Story

Maria's Story

Headway showed me exactly where I wanted to be and what I wanted to do to make a difference to individuals who have been affected by brain injuries and I can’t thank the team enough for being the start of my journey into a career Neuropsychology. Read more

Published: 9th March, 2021

Updated: 9th April, 2021

Author: Rhiana Lakin

Story of a Volunteer Maintenance Engineer

Story of a Volunteer Maintenance Engineer

Providing life-changing brain injury rehabilitation in a safe and welcoming environment doesn't happen by magic. Alex Thornton from Ignite Gas Plumbing and Electrics supports Headway Nottingham by volunteering his time and expertise to keep us safe, warm and to help us keep our running costs to a minimum. Here's his story... Read more

Published: 15th October, 2019

Updated: 25th September, 2020

Author: Rhiana Lakin

Scarlett's Story

Scarlett's Story

Volunteering at Headway this spring has been the highlight of my last few months. Most people don't know this information about me and I doubt most people would know that I suffered a brain injury at such a young age... Read more

Published: 25th May, 2019

Updated: 3rd November, 2019

Author: Rhiana Lakin

Sally's Story

Sally's Story

I began volunteering at Headway Nottingham whilst studying for a Psychology and Sociology degree at Nottingham Trent University. I knew I wanted to work in a caring environment on graduation, but was unsure what exactly I wanted to do. I applied to volunteer at Headway mostly to up my experience and understanding of the care sector but got much more from it than just the experience. Read more

Published: 27th November, 2017

Author: Charlotte Leask

Sophie's Story (Volunteer)

Sophie's Story (Volunteer)

Sophie tells us how volunteering at Headway Nottingham has impacted her life. Read more

Published: 13th November, 2017

Updated: 16th November, 2017

Author: Charlotte Leask

Izzy's Story (Volunteer)

Izzy's Story (Volunteer)

Izzy, a former volunteer tells us about her experience of spending her time helping out at Headway Nottingham. Read more

Published: 10th November, 2017

Updated: 16th November, 2017

Author: Charlotte Leask

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    Christmas Jumper Day 2022

    From ugly sweaters to cosy mock necks, there's no better way to get into the spirit of the season than wearing your favourite (or most ridiculous) Christmas jumper. Better yet, celebrate the joy of giving by raising funds for Headway Nottingham along the way.

  • Football Celebrates a Life

    Football Celebrates a Life

    On Sunday 12 June, Basford United FC hosted a battle of the burger shops to celebrate the life of Nathaniel Bierley and raise money for Headway Nottingham's support services.

  • Football for Nathaniel

    Football for Nathaniel

    In celebration of the life of Nathaniel Bierley and raising funds for Headway Nottingham in the process, come along to Basford United FC for a day of family fun and football.

  • See the Hidden Me

    See the Hidden Me

    The See the Hidden Me study found 76% of people with brain injuries experience problems on a daily basis because of the hidden nature of brain injury.

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  • Volunteer with us

    Volunteer with us

    What could you do with three hours? Watch three episodes of the latest must-see series. Go out for a meal. Interact on social media. All very enjoyable to do, but will any of those positively impact your local community and simultaneously enhance your sense of self-worth? Volunteering with Headway Nottingham will, and three hours a week is all we need from you.

  • What is brain injury?

  • Referrals

    Referrals

    At Headway Nottingham we accept referrals from all sources, be that a self referral to a referral from a professional health or social care worker. Once the referral is made we will make contact with the individual or their carer and work with them to formulate a suitable plan of progression.

  • Charlotte Leask (Services Manager)

  • Where we work

    At Headway Nottingham we offer support to people who live in the City of Nottingham and the County of Nottinghamshire.

  • Mission Statement

    The principle objectives of Headway Nottingham are to promote the understanding of all aspects of brain injury. To provide information, support and services to those living in Nottinghamshire who have sustained a brain injury, along with their families and carers.

  • Rhiana Lakin (Assistant Manager)

  • Fundraising ideas

    Fundraising ideas

    You don't need to be an athlete to raise money for us (although if you're feeling energetic have a look here!) you just need a passion to make life better for people affected by brain injury and a can-do attitude! Whatever piques your interest, let us know and we'll help you along the way!

  • Support for carers

    Support for carers

    Brain injury doesn't just affect the person living with the condition, it also affects those around them. Family, friends and loved ones also have to adjust to life after brain injury and it can be very difficult.

  • Activities and workshops

    Activities and workshops

    We run an extensive and innovative timetable of activities and workshops all aimed towards the longer term rehabilitation after brain injury. We hope to help you with the educational, physical, social, cognitive, emotional and social aspects of your recovery.

A Gift in Memory

A Gift in Memory

A gift made in loving memory of someone special leaves a footprint of hope and positivity for people affected by brain injury in Nottingham. Read more

Published: 8th February, 2022

Updated: 22nd March, 2022

Author: Rhiana Lakin

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