Local & independent charity

Headway Worcestershire

Providing adults affected by acquired brain injury support across Worcestershire

About Us

Headway Worcestershire is a local, independent charity dedicated to supporting adults impacted by acquired brain injuries throughout Worcestershire. We provide specialised services, information, and support to survivors, their families, and caregivers.

Our vision acknowledges that every brain injury is unique, affecting individuals differently. We strive to recognise each person's distinct needs and tailor our support accordingly.

Our goal is to empower individuals to achieve their aspirations and lead a life that aligns with their desires and interests. We aim to foster a community where those with brain injuries are respected, valued, and able to live fulfilling lives, while also advocating for greater public awareness and a deeper understanding of brain injury's impact.

Our Shop

Come and visit our shop in Worcester in St Swithin's Street. We would also appreciate donations and if you have difficulty dropping them off in town you are welcome to deliver your parcels to us at The Mill, Gregory’s Mill Street, Worcester WR3 8BA

Our Centres

Our friendly Wellbeing Centres are run in Worcester, Evesham, Stourport, and Bromsgrove by our dedicated team of staff & volunteers. We offer a comfortable environment where those with an ABI can meet people, make friends, learn new skills & gain confidence.

Fundraising

We need to raise around £350,000 each year to maintain our services, expand existing provision and pilot new initiatives. Headway Worcestershire could not operate without the generous support of our fundraisers, donors and volunteers, to whom we are so grateful.

Outreach

We offer Outreach support & care across the whole of Worcestershire, direct to each client in their own home. Our specially trained Outreach Support Team provide individually tailored care to enable people with acquired brain injuries to live happier & more independent lives

ABI Games™

People with acquired brain injuries from anywhere in the UK can participate in the ABI Games™.

With three major events now under the belt, the focus is now on for ABI Games™ Roadsows taking place around the UK.

Donating to Support Our Services

Every person with brain injury should have the opportunity to live a purposeful happy life, and every donation we receive – big or small – makes a real difference to our clients. We estimate that each year around 1,000 people in Worcestershire will suffer a brain injury, and it’s your donations that enable us to provide them with the care and support they so vitally need.

Your donations make a huge difference to our community at Headway Worcestershire.

DONATE TODAY

What You Need To Know

Learn About Brain Injury

WHAT IS AN ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY?

Acquired brain injury (ABI) is the term used for all injuries to a brain sustained since birth, there are many different causes of brain injury and its effects are complex and wide ranging. These can include stroke, accidents, assaults, tumours, brain haemorrhages, encephalitis and traumatic brain injury (TBI).

Living with an abi

The effects of an acquired brain injury can be life-changing impacting on the simplest of daily tasks. Brain injury can challenge every aspect of your life: walking, talking, thinking and feeling, and the losses can be severe and permanent. It can mean losing both the life you once lived and the person you once were.

OUR SUPPORT & CARE

We provide therapies, rehabilitation and reablement, advocacy, carer and family support on a one to one basis in the home or the wider community. Support groups and counselling. Alongside our wellbeing day services, a comfortable social setting, where individuals living with an ABI can meet people, make new friends.

TYPES OF BRAIN INJURY

An acquired brain injury (ABI) is an injury caused to the brain since birth. There are many possible causes, including a fall, a road accident, tumour and stroke. Click here to go to Headway UK, where you can find out more about the different types of brain injury that can be acquired.

ABI Games™ 2025

ABI Games™ Roadshow Worcester

On 5th August 2026, ABI Games™ Roadshow is taking place at RGS Worcester. Open to all adults who have an acquired brain injury, this promises to be an action-packed day. Throughout the day you can take part in many walking sports including tennis (partnering with the LTA), football, rugby, cricket, badminton, boccia and archery. These roadshows are designed to get yourself prepared for next years ABI Games™. Come along for some fun and and maybe even make new friends.

Entrance is free. You just need to complete this form to participate or find a paper copy in the Worcester Wellbeing Centre.

Participate

Paddle & Hike!

WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS
Headway Worcestershire provides essential support, rehabilitation, and community services for individuals and families living with the life-changing effects of brain injury.

Your donation will help ensure these services continue to make a real difference to people when they need it most.

PLEASE SUPPORT THE TEAM
If you’re able to donate — large or small — we would be incredibly grateful. Find out more on this page Paddle & Hike

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A word from our CEO Mandie Fitzgerald

What an unforgettable day! We were treated to some fantastic wildlife sightings, including three kingfishers, and Holly the dog was wonderfully chilled throughout the adventure.

The team paddled 9 miles before taking on the hike to King Arthur’s Cave and then climbing up to Symonds Yat Rock, enjoying breathtaking views along the way.

We are so grateful to everyone who took part, supported, encouraged, and sponsored us. If you would still like to donate, every penny raised goes directly to Headway Worcestershire, helping us continue supporting people living with acquired brain injuries across our community.

On 26th July, a team of intrepid adventurers took an epic one-day challenge in support of Headway Worcestershire.

Created and led by Your Adventure Challenge, this unforgettable experience pushed participants both physically and mentally — all to help support people affected by brain injury across Worcestershire.

Every paddle stroke and every mile walked raised vital funds for local people rebuilding their lives after brain injury.

ABI GAMES™ FOR PEOPLE WITH ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY

The highly anticipated 3rd ABI Games™ , a groundbreaking event celebrating adults with acquired brain injuries, was held on 20th August 2025 with resounding success.

This remarkable event at the University of Worcester Arena and hosted by Headway Worcestershire, showcased the extraordinary talents and abilities of over 250 participants from across the UK.

To find out about the various roadshows taking part throughout the country over the coming months, do hop over to our dedicated website.

ABI Games™ Website

    
 
 
         
   David Callaghan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Headway has made a huge impression on me and my family since my stroke, headway has been my sanctuary the team are absolutely amazing and so supportive of everyone's needs
  
 
        
   Anil Sehdev 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been going to Headway to seek advise and rehabilitation help. I cannot speal more highly of the team there, in welcoming me as a new client, settling me into the group and allowing my feelings and experience to be heard. Hearing other clients has allowed me to move forwards in my recovery and knowing it's a slow process. They've been very supportive and I can see how vital this service has been for me and others. Great team spirit there helps.
  
 
        
   Dagmar Rathbone 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Love to attend Headway Worcester to connect with like minded people and learn to cope with having an ABI.
  
 
        
   Ann Roberts 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The support I've received at Headway has always been excellent, its obvious it's not just a job to them. The workers I've met and communicated with, genuinely want to help their clients & are friendly, empathic, and welcoming, which is important when you've had brain injury or surgery & are hyper-sensitive to everything. The team can help with all kinds of issues, in all sorts of ways, Speaking on behalf of my family & other uses of their services, it's highly recommended, and please don't hesitate to ask for help. Thankyou Headway!
  
 
  
  
 
 
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