West Heath House staff take on Ironman Challenge!

14/05/2013

Three members of staff at West Heath House are aiming to complete an Ironman Challenge, swimming, running and cycling a total of 140 miles in total to raise a target of £1000.

Masterchef’s Dhruv Baker to judge the Grand BIRT Bake Off

13/05/2013

It's Brain Injury Awareness Week this week and BIRT is marking the occasion with the culmination of many weeks of baking activity. Across the Trust, service users with support from staff have been highlighting the skills that they have regained through Brain Injury Rehabilitation with the Trust by entering into 'The Grand BIRT Bake Off' which will be judged by Masterchef's Dhruv Baker.

Brain Injury Awareness Week 2013

13/05/2013

13th - 19 May marks Brain Injury Awareness Week 2013, and BIRT services across the country are organising a range of activities for service users, their families and carers and members of the local community. Do join us if you can! In addition, the final of our Grand BIRT Bake Off Competition is taking place at West Heath House on Wednesday 15th May, being judged by Dhruv Baker, Masterchef winner 2010!

HRH The Princess Royal opens Chalkdown House

08/05/2013

The Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust (BIRT) welcomed Her Royal Highness, The Princess Royal to Chalkdown House on Tuesday where she formally opened the new £3.5 million 20-bed independent hospital. Chalkdown House, named after the beautiful Wiltshire countryside, will provide rehabilitation for 20 people with complex brain injuries, led by an expert clinical team. Up to 60 jobs are being created.

Workshop for Occupational Therapists working in brain injury - 6 June, Swindon

29/04/2013

BIRT is offering another training session for Occupational Therapists working with people with acquired brain injury. The event is being held at BIRT's new independent hospital Chalkdown House in Swindon on 6 June 2013. The workshop will provide training in the most effective ways of improving functional skills amongst those with brain injury. All delegates will receive a manual, which gives practical instructions for using the neurobehavioural skills training method to help people with brain injuries to perform specific functional tasks again.

The Grand BIRT Bake Off 1st Round Winners Announced

18/04/2013

The last two weeks has seen a great deal of baking related activity across the Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust (BIRT). In the build up to Brain Injury Awareness Week 2013 (13th - 19th May) 'The Grand BIRT Bake Off' aims to showcase the talents of the men and women undergoing brain injury rehabilitation at a BIRT service and to celebrate the recovery and also the skills of those who have suffered a brain injury.

Andy wins the Bake Off at Osman House

18/04/2013

In the run up to Brain Injury Awareness Week 2013 (13th -19th May), The Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust (BIRT) has invited all those currently undergoing rehabilitation across its services in the UK to showcase their skills and talent - by joining in ‘The Grand BIRT Bake Off’! Andy won the Osman House Bake Off with a fantastic Cappuccino Delight cake.

Sarah wins Bake Off at Redford Court

18/04/2013

In the run up to Brain Injury Awareness Week 2013 (13th -19th May), The Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust (BIRT) has invited all those currently undergoing rehabilitation across its services in the UK to showcase their skills and talent - by joining in ‘The Grand BIRT Bake Off’! Sarah Radcliffe won the day with her superb Strawberry Delight cake.

Ian wins the Bake Off at Kent House

18/04/2013

In the run up to Brain Injury Awareness Week 2013 (13th -19th May), The Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust (BIRT) has invited all those currently undergoing rehabilitation across its services in the UK to showcase their skills and talent - by joining in ‘The Grand BIRT Bake Off’!

Michael wins the Bake Off at West Heath House

18/04/2013

In the run up to Brain Injury Awareness Week 2013 (13th -19th May), The Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust (BIRT) has invited all those currently undergoing rehabilitation across its services in the UK to showcase their skills and talent - by joining in ‘The Grand BIRT Bake Off’! Service User Michael won the day at West Heath House with a fantastic cake.

John wins the Bake Off at Fen House

18/04/2013

In the run up to Brain Injury Awareness Week 2013 (13th -19th May), The Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust (BIRT) has invited all those currently undergoing rehabilitation across its services in the UK to showcase their skills and talent - by joining in ‘The Grand BIRT Bake Off’!

Leo wins the Bake Off at Daniel Yorath House

18/04/2013

In the run up to Brain Injury Awareness Week 2013 (13th -19th May), The Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust (BIRT) has invited all those currently undergoing rehabilitation across its services in the UK to showcase their skills and talent - by joining in ‘The Grand BIRT Bake Off’!

Michael wins the Bake Off at Bristol Road

18/04/2013

In the run up to Brain Injury Awareness Week 2013 (13th -19th May), The Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust (BIRT) has invited all those currently undergoing rehabilitation across its services in the UK to showcase their skills and talent - by joining in ‘The Grand BIRT Bake Off’!

The Grand BIRT Bake Off begins!

16/04/2013

The last two weeks has seen a great deal of baking related activity across the Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust (BIRT). In the build up to Brain Injury Awareness Week 2013 (13th - 19th May) 'The Grand BIRT Bake Off' aims to showcase the talents of the men and women undergoing brain injury rehabilitation at a BIRT service and to celebrate the recovery and also the skills of those who have suffered a brain injury.

Susan Munroe MBA, RGN, NDN Cert appointed as new Director of BIRT

08/04/2013

Leading charity the Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust (BIRT) has appointed Susan Munroe MBA, RGN, NDN Cert as its new Director from 1 April 2013. Ms Munroe is currently Director of Nursing and Patient Services for Marie Curie Cancer Care and takes over from Lynn Turley, who is retiring from BIRT after five years as Director and 15 years with the organisation.

Free educational seminars on 10 May in Leeds and Birmingham

05/04/2013

On Friday 10 May BIRT is presenting free educational seminars in Leeds and Birmingham for professionals with an interest in brain injury

Free educational seminars on 10 May in Leeds and Birmingham

05/04/2013

On Friday 10 May BIRT is presenting free educational seminars in Leeds and Birmingham for professionals with an interest in brain injury

Free educational seminars on 10 May in Leeds and Birmingham

05/04/2013

On Friday 10 May BIRT is presenting free educational seminars in Leeds and Birmingham for professionals with an interest in brain injury

Free educational seminars on 10 May in Leeds and Birmingham

05/04/2013

On Friday 10 May BIRT is presenting free educational seminars in Leeds and Birmingham for professionals with an interest in brain injury

Free educational seminars on 10 May in Leeds and Birmingham

05/04/2013

On Friday 10 May BIRT is presenting free educational seminars in Leeds and Birmingham for professionals with an interest in brain injury

Good Morning Rupert!

19/03/2013

Following recent media attention in The Mirror, resident from BIRT’s Kent House, Rupert Johnston, will, tomorrow, be the focus of ITV’s ‘This Morning’, when his sister Izzy Judd and husband Harry Judd of McFly will take to the famous sofa to talk about life with Rupert and his recent appearance playing French Horn at their wedding in December 2012.

BIRTie spring edition 2013 ‘Changing Times’ now available

07/03/2013

BIRT is delighted to announce the publication of its three monthly publication BIRTie for spring 2013. In this edition, entitled ‘Changing Times’, we report on areas of change for BIRT and brain injury rehabilitation that are expected in the coming months and throughout the year, as well as regular BIRTie features such as latest research updates and dates for your diary.

BIRT Outcome Report 2012 out now!

07/03/2013

BIRT is delighted to announce the publication of its fourth official Outcome Report which provides information on outcomes of BIRT's services in 2012.

Fundraising with Feathers and Frills

14/02/2013

The Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust (BIRT) is delighted to announce that Rebecca Jacobs will be running the London Marathon to raise funds for Kerwin Court in Horsham. Rebecca is hoping to raise some of her sponsorship money on Friday 15th February by holding a 'Feathers and Frills' event.

Free Educational Seminar: NEWro-rehab! Evolving our Approach in a Changing World'

12/02/2013

Professionals with an interest in brain injury are invited to 'NEWro-rehab! Evolving our Approach in a Changing World', the annual free seminar from Redford Court to be held on Wednesday 20th March.

York House chosen as ‘York Lifestyle’ Charity of the Year

30/01/2013

The Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust (BIRT) is delighted to announce that their York House service, a registered independent hospital, has been chosen alongside York Against Cancer as charity of the year for the first ever ‘York Lifestyle’ exhibition.

West Heath House Transformation

29/01/2013

A large building project has commenced at West Heath House which will given the service additional space and facilities for service users.

Myland House

23/01/2013

Essex Myland House – 24 hour supported house for five service users, including two bedrooms with level access. Vacancy

Basingstoke

23/01/2013

Basingstoke, Hampshire Oakley Lane – 24 hour supported house for three service users.

Sheppard Road

23/01/2013

Devon Sheppard Road, Exeter – 24 hour supported house for three service users.

Salmonpool Lane

23/01/2013

Devon Salmonpool Lane, Exeter – 24 hour supported house for three service users.

Old Road

23/01/2013

Devon Old Road, Tiverton – 24 hour supported house for three service users.View picture gallery.

Stor Meadow

23/01/2013

West Sussex Stor Meadow, Storrington, Nr Pulborough – 24 hour supported house for three service users, including one bedroom with level access.

Tanbridge Park

23/01/2013

West Sussex Tanbridge Park, Horsham – 24 hour supported house for three service users.

Dover Court

23/01/2013

Essex Dover Court – 24 hour supported house (bungalow) for three service users, including three bedrooms with level access.

Myland House

23/01/2013

Essex Myland House – 24 hour supported house for five service users, including two bedrooms with level access. Vacancy

Avenue Road 2

23/01/2013

Birmingham Avenue Road 2, Erdington – 24 hour supported house for three service users. Vacancy

Avenue Road 1

23/01/2013

Birmingham Avenue Road 1, Erdington – 24 hour supported house for two service users.

Red Lodge

23/01/2013

York Red Lodge, New Earswick – 24 hour supported house for two service users. Vacancy

Hawthorn

23/01/2013

York Hawthorn Terrace, New Earswick – 24 hour supported house for two service users.

Beckfield Lane

23/01/2013

York Beckfield Lane, Acomb – 24 hour supported house for three service users.

St Barnabas Way

23/01/2013

Sunderland St Barnabas Way – supported housing project for five service users each living in their own flat, including two flats with level access. Vacancy

Sycamore Avenue

23/01/2013

York Sycamore Avenue, New Earswick – 24 hour supported house for two service users.

Alderway

23/01/2013

York Alderway, New Earswick – 24 hour supported house (bungalow) for two service users, with level access.

Broughton

23/01/2013

Broughton, Lincolnshire 24-hour supported house for two service users.

Burnham Road

23/01/2013

Leeds Burnham Road, Garforth – 24 hour supported house (bungalow) for three service users. All level access.

The Grange

23/01/2013

Leeds The Grange, Garforth – 24 hour supported house for two service users.

Emley View

23/01/2013

Leeds Emley View, Kippax – 24 hour supported house for three service users.

Lindsay Road

23/01/2013

Leeds Lindsay Road, Garforth – bungalow with 24 hour support for three service users. All level access.

Marfleet Lane

23/01/2013

Hull Marfleet Lane – 24 hour supported house for two service users.

Thornton Road

23/01/2013

Carlisle Thornton Road – 24 hour supported house for three service users.Vacancy

Gomersal

23/01/2013

Bradford Oxford Road, Gomersal – 24hr supported house for three service users.

Chain Lane

23/01/2013

Wirral

23/01/2013

Wirral New purpose built service. 4 x 1 bedroom and 2 x 2 bedroom apartments. Level access with kitchen, lounge/dining area.

Recruitment at Chalkdown House

23/01/2013

Chalkdown House, The Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust's new service, in Swindon will be supported by a significant multidisciplinary team, providing specialist input. At the end of January 2013 we will be recruiting for the senior members of this team including Clinical Psychologists, Senior Occupational Therapist, Senior Physiotherapist, Speech and Language Therapist and Staff Nurses, ready to take up post in early April.

Construction work continues at Chalkdown House

23/01/2013

The Trust's infrastructure and Development Manager, Mike McPeake updates us on the design and structural work that is going into Chalkdown House.

New Service Manager appointed for Chalkdown House

23/01/2013

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Tim Goadby as Service Manager for Chalkdown House. Tim has been working in the care sector for many years and joins us from his previous role as Area Manager for a large charitable organisation specialising in learning disabilities and mental health needs.

Introducing Chalkdown House

23/01/2013

The Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust is delighted to announce the new name for its service due to open in Swindon in spring 2013. The service, previously referred to as ‘Edison Park’, will now be called ‘Chalkdown House’.

Edison Park – New independent hospital build progresses

23/01/2013

In May BIRT held a brick laying ceremony for its new 20 bed independent hospital, Edison Park, in Swindon.

Chalkdown House – Information Briefing Event

23/01/2013

Join us for an information briefing on the facilities and services that will be on offer, along with details on the progress of works and a presentation from Dr Ohr Barak, Consultant in Neuropsychology and Rehabilitation at York House, York.

BIRT's new service opening in Swindon

23/01/2013

BIRT is delighted to announce that construction of its latest development, a new 20-bed independent hospital in Swindon, Wiltshire is progressing well.

BIRT opens new service Osman House

23/01/2013

The Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust (BIRT) opened a new service in Scholes near Leeds on the 13th November 2012. The house is named after the late Fred Osman, a former Trustee of The Disabilities Trust, who sadly passed away last year. The new development has been designed to smooth the journey between brain injury rehabilitation at a main BIRT centre or similar environment.

Osman House Garden Make Over

23/01/2013

The Huw Thatcher Trust has kindly awarded Osman House £5000 to make over the garden. This newly acquired house for BIRT has seen a dramatic transformation to the inside and now it is time to turn attention to the outside.

Service Manager appointed for new Leeds service

23/01/2013

BIRT appoints Service Manager for its new continuing rehabilitation service in Scholes, Leeds.

Graham Anderson House seminar well received!

23/01/2013

More than 70 professionals working in brain injury attended the Graham Anderson House free seminar "The Ripple Effects of Brain Injury - Survivors, Families and their Social Worlds", held in Glasgow on 5 October.

Exciting programme announced for free seminar

23/01/2013

The Team at Graham Anderson House are proud to announce an exciting line up of speakers for their free seminar "The Ripple Effects of Brain Injury -Survivors, Families and their Social Worlds" to be held on Friday 5 October at Grand Central Hotel, in Glasgow.

Graham Anderson House - Brain Injury Awareness Week

23/01/2013

Graham Anderson House will be marking brain injury awareness week by doing various activities throughout the week.

New Outpatient Service for Graham Anderson House

23/01/2013

Graham Anderson House is launching a brand new outpatient service, following a demand for the service in the Glasgow area.

Dr Brian O'Neill Wins UKABIF Award

23/01/2013

We are delighted to announce that Dr Brian O'Neill, Consultant in Neuropsychology and Rehabilitation at Graham Anderson House, Glasgow has won a prestigious United Kingdom Acquired Brain Injury Forum (UKABIF) award, presented at their annual conference yesterday.

The Archbishop of York opens The Wolds

23/01/2013

The formal opening of Phase 3 at York House took has taken place. We were delighted to welcome The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu and his Chaplain, The Lord Mayor of York, Lady Mayoress, Sheriff and Sheriff's lady, as well as service users and their families.

York House, 'Working towards recovery' free seminar - 19th October

23/01/2013

York House presents 'Working Towards Recovery' a free educational seminar, for professionals in brain injury, on Friday 19th October at the Retreat, York.

York House opens The Wolds

23/01/2013

The Wolds, our brand new service for adults with ongoing complex needs and challenging behaviour, is now open in York.

York House Phase III nears completion

23/01/2013

York House Phase III is a brand new additional service for adults with ongoing complex needs and challenging behaviour which will open in June 2012.

York House - Brain Injury Awareness Week

23/01/2013

To celebrate Brain Injury Awareness Week, staff and service users from York House will be joining in the fun at Goole Neuro-Rehabilitation Centre in their annual charity 5 a side football match on the 19th May, 10am to 1pm.

York House building work begins!

23/01/2013

Building work has begun on ‘phase 3’ a project for including accommodation at York House for those who may not need the intensive rehabilitation but who are working longer term towards community living due to the nature of their presentation and behaviour.

Families, siblings and the impact of brain injury - free seminar.

23/01/2013

The Woodmill are pleased to present ‘Families, siblings and the impact of brain injury’ on Friday 29th November, 10.45am - 2.00pm

The Woodmill - Brain Injury Awareness Week

23/01/2013

The Woodmill will be marking Brain Injury Awareness Week 2012 by taking part in various activities throughout the week.

Free seminar on behavioural disorders - bookings now being taken

23/01/2013

Bookings are now being taken for the free educational seminar Behaviour - formulation and intervention run by Kerwin Court on Friday 19th October 2012 at Premier Inn Gatwick Manor, Crawley.

Kerwin Court - Brain Injury Awareness Week

23/01/2013

Kerwin Court will be marking Brain Injury Awareness Week 2012 by holding a competition in the local town of Horsham in Sussex

A New Chapter

23/01/2013

Rachel Cox, a service user at Kerwin Court, suffered a stroke in September 2010. The events which took place on that day remain a bit of a blur to Rachel. She says: “The last thing I remember was going to work with a bad headache. The next thing I remember was waking up in hospital with my family around me. I couldn’t see properly and everything was fuzzy.”...

Siobhan Palmer's award

23/01/2013

BIRT is delighted to announce that Dr Siobhan Palmer, Clinical Psychologist at Kerwin Court, has been awarded the Qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology by the British Psychology Society's Division of Neuropsychology.

Redford Court - Brain Injury Awareness Week

23/01/2013

Redford Court are raising awareness of brain injury during the week by holding our annual ball on the 18th of May. Service users are invited along with supporters of the service from the local community.

Redford Court Hosts Successful Seminar

23/01/2013

More than 100 professionals attended Redford Court's educational seminar 'Personality and Behavioural Changes following Acquired Brain Injury' held on 21 March in Liverpool and sponsored by Thorneycroft Solicitors.

'A heady mix' free educational seminar - Buckinghamshire Friday 9th November

23/01/2013

Professionals with an interest in brain injury are invited to ‘Brain Injury Rehabilitation - A Heady Mix’, the annual free seminar from Thomas Edward Mitton House and Kent House, to be held on Friday 9th November at the Mercure Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK6 3BS. The seminar will be followed by a tour of the Smart House at Browns Wood with demonstrations of assistive technology used there.

Richard Remembers the Underdog

23/01/2013

The Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust (BIRT) has been overcome with gratitude recently when it was announced that the National Accident Helpline has raised £10,000 for the Trust. The staff team at the National Accident Helpline, based in Kettering, Northants took part in a number of challenges throughout the year including a gruelling three peaks event and invited BIRT to receive the cheque for the final amount.

New Assistive Technology Service

23/01/2013

Thomas Edward Mitton House has launched a new Assistive Technology Service in which the utility of a range of products are tried out for each service user.

'A heady mix' free educational seminar - Buckinghamshire Friday 9th November

23/01/2013

Professionals with an interest in brain injury are invited to 'Brain Injury Rehabilitation - A Heady Mix', the annual free seminar from Thomas Edward Mitton House and Kent House to be held on Friday 9th November.

23/01/2013

The Kent House 100KM Challenge during Brain Injury Awareness Week 2012 will see service users using important physio equipment at the service to raise money for more vital equipment which will help improve movement.

Long service award

23/01/2013

John Francis has received an award for 10 years service as an employee of the Hightown Praetorian Group, Trinity Court. He works one day a week for 3.5 hours.

Harvey Road Holiday in Dorset

23/01/2013

For three years running, service users atHarvey Roadhave chosen to holiday inDorset. The peaceful holiday cottage is set in a wood and is frequently visited by deer and wild ponies.

Lavina and Mural

23/01/2013

Service user at Kent House Lavinia Harris and Kate Spurr, Assistant Psychologist, have completed a wall mural in another service user's bedroom to brighten things up. The mural is 4ftx3ft and took 4 weeks to complete.

23/01/2013

During Brain Injury Awareness Week on Wednesday 16th May 2012, staff and service users at West Heath House and 1101 Bristol Road will be taking part in the BIRT Olympic Games!

Home for Christmas

23/01/2013

When Dan first came to Goole Neuro Rehabilitation Centre (GNRC) in February this year he was very ill, requiring help from at least two people for all care. He was unable to walk, was PEG fed as he could not swallow, and used a Lite Writer to communicate his needs as he could not speak. The team at Goole have helped Dan to recover so that now he is able to return home for Christmas.

Vocational rehabilitation at GNRC

23/01/2013

GNRC supports service users return to work in a variety of vocational placements

Seminar success at Goole

23/01/2013

More than 50 professionals working in brain injury attended the seminar The Rehabilitation Pathway - a strategic approach to achieving efficiency and outcomes provided by Goole Neuro-Rehabilitation Centre on Friday 22 June.

Free Educational Seminar in Goole – last remaining places

23/01/2013

The team at Goole Neuro-Rehabilitation Centre have a few places left for their free seminar for professionals working in brain injury, to be held on Friday 22 June at The Courtyard, Boothferry Road, Goole.

23/01/2013

During Brain Injury Awareness Week 2012 Goole Neuro-Rehabilitation Centre (GNRC) will be holding a quiz night, a bed push and a 5 a-side football tournament also including BIRT's York House staff team!

Life Style Challenge

23/01/2013

A group of girls from a local school saw an article about Goole Neuro Rehabilitation Centre (GNRC) and Clifton Gardens, its newly opened Transitional Living Unit (TLU) and asked if they could help as part of the Lifestyle Challenge.

New Transitional Living unit in Goole

23/01/2013

Goole Neuro Rehabilitation Centre has opened a new four-bedroom transitional living service to extend the continuum of care for adults with acquired brain injury in Humberside and north-east Lincolnshire.

Fen House Triathlon

23/01/2013

On 7th September 2012 to coincide with the final stages of the Paralympics, members of staff and service users are undertaking a team triathlon to raise funds for rehabilitation sports equipment.

Chris’ Eyes Alight after Norwich City Football Match

23/01/2013

Service user from Fen House, Chris Allen was over the moon when his dream of going to see his favourite football team, Norwich City play at home at Carrow Road, came true, thanks to our Eyes Alight appeal.

23/01/2013

During Brain Injury Awareness Week 2012, staff and service users at BIRT's Fen House in Ely and will be taking part in various activities to mark the week.

Fen House says thanks!

23/01/2013

Staff at Fen House had held a get together recently to thank representatives from organisations in the area who had helped the service over the last 12 months. Many from the local area attended and we were particularly pleased to be joined by Luke Flatman, a former service user, who has subsequently earned a degree.

Marathon cycle challenge to celebrate 20th anniversary

23/01/2013

On the 10 August, a team of 12 will be taking on a gruelling 45 mile circular cycle ride from Daniel Yorath House to York House, and back again, to raise money and celebrate the 20th anniversary of the service.

Daniel Yorath House supporters take on running challenge

23/01/2013

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Daniel Yorath House this year, a team of staff members, supporters of the service and city councillors will be taking part in the Leeds 10K on 8 July to raise much needed funds for the service.

Daniel Yorath House Seminar Success

23/01/2013

Daniel Yorath House in Leeds recently held its annual seminar for healthcare professionals at Carrwood Park in Leeds.

23/01/2013

Daniel Yorath House are preparing to celebrate Brain Injury Awareness Week 2012 by various activities throughout week commencing 14th May to help promote brain injury awareness.

Daniel Yorath House Free Seminar for Professionals

23/01/2013

Daniel Yorath House is pleased to announce its forthcoming FREE seminar for professionals entitled 'A Service for All Seasons - Flexible ways of working in the current climate'

Jannette Walker NHS Panel

23/01/2013

Janette Walker, Assistant Manager at Daniel Yorath House, was delighted to hear that following an exhaustive interview process she had been chosen as one of the 12 voluntary members of Leeds NHS Involving People Panel.

BIRTie Olympics a great success!

23/01/2013

1101 Bristol Road played host to fellow BIRT service, West Heath House to launch the inaugural BIRTie Olympic Games, to mark Brain Injury Awareness Week 2012.

1101 Bristol Rd - Brain Injury Awareness Week

23/01/2013

During Brain Injury Awareness Week on Wednesday 16th May 2012, staff and service users at West Heath House and1101 Bristol Road will be taking part in the BIRT Olympic Games.

BIRT Director receives 15 years long service award

23/01/2013

Lynn Turley, Director of BIRT, who has worked with and for people with brain injury for more than 15 years, is presented with her long service award by Barrie Oldham, Chief Executive Officer of The Disabilities Trust.

Bristol Seminar Features Tomorrow's World

23/01/2013

More than 50 professionals working in brain injury gathered in Bristol this week to attend BIRT's seminar 'Tomorrow's World - challenges, solutions and outcomes in brain injury rehabilitation'.

FREE Educational Seminars at BIRT services across the country.

23/01/2013

Booking are now being taken for BIRT's free educational seminars for professionals working in acquired brain injury.

National Accident Helpline raise funds for BIRT

23/01/2013

On July 14th, 'We Peaked Too Early', an intrepid team of 10 people from National Accident Helpline and sister company PPI Claimline took on the 3 Peaks Challenge - an arduous climb not for the faint hearted - enduring freezing temperatures to raise money for BIRT.

BIRT salutes GB Olympic Cyclists

23/01/2013

If you have been keeping up to date with all that’s been happening in the Olympics recently; you will no doubt have seen that Britain’s cyclists are storming ahead in the discipline. BIRT salutes all the huge achievements in the last few weeks and supports calls for increased safety on the roads.

Free Educational Seminar in Bristol - Last few places remaining.

23/01/2013

On Thursday 20 September BIRT is presenting a Free Educational Seminar for professionals working in neurological rehabilitation.

BIRT achieves exemplary CARF accreditation!

23/01/2013

BIRT is proud and delighted to announce that it has received another CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) Three Year Accreditation for all its services, following an in-depth and rigorous assessment process in May.

UKABIF Campaign

23/01/2013

BIRT signs up to The United Kingdom Brain Injury Forum’s newest campaign - A campaign called, ‘Life after Brain Injury? Improve services now,’ is launched today to highlight the need for improvements in the provision of services for people with acquired brain injury.

Thanks a million to Harry Judd

23/01/2013

A massive thank you to McFly's Harry Judd who is busy raising money for our Eyes Alight appeal. Hot on the heels of appearing on 'Mr & Mrs' earlier this year with his fiancee and Trust supporter Izzy Johnston, he is now featuring on "The Million Pound Drop" on the 6th July.

Carers Week 18-22 June

23/01/2013

All BIRT services are celebrating Carers' Week in a number of ways, including pampering staff, free raffles and prizes to show the support and appreciation they have for the contributions our staff teams make to the organisation.

Brain Injury Awareness Week

23/01/2013

We are holding events around the country to promote Brain Injury Awareness Week - see www.birt.co.uk/biaw for more information about events near you. Groundbreaking research on a possible link between homelessness and brain injury is also being published this week by the Disabilities Trust Foundation on Wednesday 16 May.

New Brain Injury Service in Swindon

23/01/2013

A ceremony to mark the construction of BIRT’s new £3.5million brain injury hospital at Swindon took place this week. The new 20-bed independent hospital is due to open in Spring 2013 and will provide neurobehavioural rehabilitation and support for adults with an acquired brain injury.

BIRT at Trauma Care Conference - Telford

23/01/2013

The BIRT team have been out and about this week, exhibiting at Telford's Trauma Care Conference.

New continuing rehabilitation service to open in Scholes, Leeds

23/01/2013

Following demand from commissioners and other stakeholders for a continuing rehabilitation service in Leeds, the BIRT has announced it will be opening a 10 bed continuing rehabilitation service in September 2012. The service will provide a further link in the whole pathway of care for service users in the Yorkshire region.

Laura’s freefall was no April fool!

23/01/2013

Laura Abbott, from Poole completed her first skydive on 1st April at Old Sarum Airfield in Dorset to raise funds for the Eyes Alight appeal. The appeal was set up by the former member of Escala, Izzy Johnston, and the Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust (BIRT) to raise money for people who are undergoing rehabilitation for an acquired brain injury. It has also received a great deal of support from the band Mcfly, in particular Harry Judd and Tom Fletcher.

Memory Tests for Neuro Psychologists

23/01/2013

The BIRT Memory and Information Processing Battery (BMIPB) has been created by Professor Michael Oddy, Director of Clinical Services for BIRT, in collaboration with Dr Tony Coughlan (the originator of the AMIPB) and Professor John Crawford, an expert in test construction from the University of Aberdeen.

BIRT Publishes Outcome Report 2011

23/01/2013

BIRT is delighted to announce the publication of its third official Outcome Report which provides information on outcomes of BIRT's services in 2011. As one of the very few specialist brain injury providers which publishes details of its outcomes, BIRT is able...

New Service in Swindon

23/01/2013

BIRT is delighted to announce that construction of its latest development, a new 20-bed independent hospital in Swindon, Wiltshire, will shortly be underway following the granting of planning permission by Swindon Borough Council.

Information Accreditation

23/01/2013

We are delighted to report that our communications production system has just passed the rigorous assessment criteria set by The Information Standard. The Information Standard is a certification scheme for health and social care information.

Huw Thatcher Trust raises over £40k for BIRT

23/01/2013

In March, Huw Thatcher, 15, died from a brain aneurysm after collapsing while playing football. His family decided to set up the Huw Thatcher Trust as a way of remembering Huw in a positive way. Since then, his family and friends have raised over £40,000 to support a number of different BIRT projects.

BIRT Supporter Harry Judd Wins Strictly Come Dancing

23/01/2013

Congratulations to BIRT supporter Harry Judd, who was crowned king of the dance floor on Saturday's final of BBC One's Strictly Come Dancing. Judd, who helped to launch BIRT's Eyes Alight appeal with long-term girlfriend Izzy Johnston earlier this year, has been raising funds for the charity which supports over 550 people across the UK who have a brain injury.

BIRT 'Manual for Occupational Therapists' Workshop - 22nd November 2012

28/09/2012

BIRT - Effective use of functional skills training programmes for service users with acquired brain Injury.