Brain Injury Events
UKABIF would like to provide a definitive list of all events relating to acquired brain injury so please send details about your forthcoming events to info@ukabif.org.uk - thank you!
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The South West Acquired Brain Injury Forum (SWABIF), Brain Injury Social Work Group (BISWG) South West and Headway South West are pleased to present a series of free meetings for those working in the field of Brain Injury in the South West.
Tue, 25 June 2013 09:30
Brain Injury: Common, Disabling and Overlooked Problems An Interactive Workshop and Discussion with the Experts
Location: Thompsons Solicitors Congress House, 23-28 Great Russell Street, London
Following the great success of last year’s workshop in Leeds, UKABIF are organising a second Interactive Workshop and Discussion with the Experts entitled Brain Injury: Common, Disabling and Overlooked Problems. The workshop is targeted at those working directly with individuals with brain injury who would benefit from a wider understanding of the issues faced. They may include personal injury lawyers, case managers, clinicians and care providers.
Tue, 25 June 2013 09:30
Patient Communication - Acquired Brain Injury Forum Oxfordshire
Location: Drayton Park Golf Club, Steventon Road, Drayton, Oxon OX14 4LA (Parking at the Golf Club)
The first in the Know-How lecture series brought to you by ABIF, Oxfordshire
Wed, 26 June 2013 09:15 - 16:30
From Neurorehab to Vocational Rehab
Location: The Signing Tree Conference Centre Ladywood Road Birmingham B16 8SZ United Kingdom
This one day conference is ideal for any health professional involved in either providing a vocational rehabilitation service or planning to develop a new service that supports the needs of people with long term neurological conditions.
Thu, 04 July 2013 16:30 - 17:30
Open Lecture Series - ‘The Artist Within’ – How Occupational Therapy Art can make the difference after Brain Injury
Location: De Lancy Lowe Room, Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability
The lectures are free and open to everyone but please contact the RHN if you plan to attend as places are limited.
Fri, 05 July 2013 08:45 - 16:15
The Oliver Zangwill Centre Conference 2013 Identity After Brain Injury – Survivors Stories
Location: Newmarket Racecourse
The Oliver Zangwill Centre is pleased to welcome renowned speakers Professor Barbara Wilson, Professor Jennie Ponsford, Professor Tamara Ownsworth and Dr. Fergus Gracey to this one day conference on Identity After Brain Injury.
Thu, 11 July 2013 09:15 - 17:05
Managing complex neurological injuries through rehabilitation and litigation
Location: St Pancras Renaissance Hotel, London
A day to examine the litigation process and its interaction with a client's rehabilitation. Working through difficult issues and finding solutions. Case managers in court - cross examination, common mistakes.
Thu, 12 September 2013 16:30 - 17:30
Open Lecture Series - The Role of Speech and Language Therapy in Disorders of Consciousness
Location: De Lancy Lowe Room, Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability
The lectures are free and open to everyone but please contact the RHN if you plan to attend as places are limited.
Fri, 13 September 2013
Managing behaviours that challenge in brain injured individuals: The positive behaviour support approach
Location: The Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability
This one day course is open to anyone working with individuals with a brain injury who may wish to increase their skills and knowledge of managing behaviours that challenge. It offers a theoretical and practical introduction to the positive behaviour support approach, which is highly effective and rewarding for those clinicians applying the methods in a range of settings.
Mon, 16 September 2013 10:00 - 12:30
South West Free Networking Event - Plymouth
Location: Foot Anstey Solicitors, Salt Quay House, 4 North East Quay, Sutton Harbour, Plymouth, PL4 0BN
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The South West Acquired Brain Injury Forum (SWABIF), Brain Injury Social Work Group (BISWG) South West and Headway South West are pleased to present a series of free meetings for those working in the field of Brain Injury in the South West.
Fri, 20 September 2013 - Wed, 25 September 2013
Coping with Memory Problems
Location: The Oliver Zangwill Centre
Wed, 25 September 2013 - Thu, 26 September 2013
Doing the impossible: Meeting the challenge of complex neurorehabilitation
Location: Royal Overseas League, London
The world of neurorehabilitation is changing and we are all finding ourselves working with ever more complex situations and seemingly more disabled patients and their families. Increasingly it seems that the expectations of those we work for and with are growing. So how do we meet this challenge?
Wed, 25 September 2013 - Thu, 26 September 2013
The BIRT Conference 2013 New horizons in brain injury rehabilitation: research and practice
Location: The Hilton London Wembley Lakeside Way, Wembley, London HA9 OBU
This two day conference is dedicated to exploring latest developments and strategies for the treatment and rehabilitation of people with acquired brain injury. The first day’s plenary sessions provide an opportunity to hear international speakers present their latest research and theories. Day two is devoted to symposia and practical workshops, enabling delegates to participate in debate, discussion, learn new techniques and share good practice. The BIRT Conference 2013 – New horizons in brain injury rehabilitation: research and practice will give delegates new ideas, approaches and inspiration to use in their work with people with acquired brain injury.
Wed, 25 September 2013 16:00 - 18:00
Sussex Acquired Brain Injury Forum (SABIF) Talk/Meeting
Location: Offices of asb law, Innovis House, 108 High Street, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 1AS
Main talk will be from Dr Simon Fleminger, Consultant Neuropsychiatirst, talking about the long-term outcome after a TBI. Also hope to have a short talk from Richard Beard, the Head of Communication and Engagement on the 3Ts project, with an update.Wed, 09 October 2013 09:30 - 17:00
One day symposium on Paediatric Acquired Brain Injury
Location: Great North Museum, Newcastle, UK
International Paediatric Brain Injury Society presents a day-long symposium featuring internationally renowned speakers to explore the cognitive, emotional and social impact of acquired brain injury on children and their families/social networks
Wed, 16 October 2013 - Thu, 17 October 2013
Positioning for Function
Location: The Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability
This two day course is aimed at therapists working with people with complex neuro-disability in a variety of settings including acute, rehabilitation and community locations. The course content will suit those working in rehabilitation or disability management including palliative care.
