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24/09/2013
Ministers Launch Brain Injury Matters Charity
Junior Ministers Jennifer McCann and Jonathan Bell have launched the re-named charity Brain Injury Matters NI.
Formerly known as Headway Belfast, the charity provides support and information to people living with an acquired brain injury, their families and carers.
Speaking at the launch at Riddell Hall, Queen's University, Junior Minister, Jennifer McCann said: "Broken bones mend and scars heal, but the effects of an acquired brain injury can remain with a person for the rest of their life. The needs of people can differ, both in the nature and severity of their condition and also in the hopes and goals they have for rehabilitation.
"There is a need to raise awareness and heighten understanding of brain injuries and to reduce the isolation of people affected.
"Brain Injury Matters play a significant role in enhancing and rebuilding the lives of people, their families and carers. They already support over 120 people weekly through counselling, support and rehabilitation services and a further 130 every year through training and information.
"I commend Brain Injury Matters for the extensive range of information and support services offered. This ambitious next phase will enable Brain Injury Matters to deliver a range of services tailored to meet local needs and I wish them every success."
Junior Minister Jonathan Bell added: "2,000 people a year in Northern Ireland sustain an acquired brain injury which statistically, is one of the highest rates in the United Kingdom. Brain injury can arise from many different causes, and can bring with it many challenges such as memory loss, mobility problems, personality changes and behavioural issues, amongst others.
"It can have a devastating and lifelong impact not only on the individual but also on family members.
"Brain Injury Matters NI play an essential part in supporting them and helping them to regain skills lost and rebuild their lives. I am confident they will continue to work in partnership with the statutory and third sectors, building on their considerable achievements to date and continuing to provide an outstanding range of services."
(JP/MH)
Formerly known as Headway Belfast, the charity provides support and information to people living with an acquired brain injury, their families and carers.
Speaking at the launch at Riddell Hall, Queen's University, Junior Minister, Jennifer McCann said: "Broken bones mend and scars heal, but the effects of an acquired brain injury can remain with a person for the rest of their life. The needs of people can differ, both in the nature and severity of their condition and also in the hopes and goals they have for rehabilitation.
"There is a need to raise awareness and heighten understanding of brain injuries and to reduce the isolation of people affected.
"Brain Injury Matters play a significant role in enhancing and rebuilding the lives of people, their families and carers. They already support over 120 people weekly through counselling, support and rehabilitation services and a further 130 every year through training and information.
"I commend Brain Injury Matters for the extensive range of information and support services offered. This ambitious next phase will enable Brain Injury Matters to deliver a range of services tailored to meet local needs and I wish them every success."
Junior Minister Jonathan Bell added: "2,000 people a year in Northern Ireland sustain an acquired brain injury which statistically, is one of the highest rates in the United Kingdom. Brain injury can arise from many different causes, and can bring with it many challenges such as memory loss, mobility problems, personality changes and behavioural issues, amongst others.
"It can have a devastating and lifelong impact not only on the individual but also on family members.
"Brain Injury Matters NI play an essential part in supporting them and helping them to regain skills lost and rebuild their lives. I am confident they will continue to work in partnership with the statutory and third sectors, building on their considerable achievements to date and continuing to provide an outstanding range of services."
(JP/MH)
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