What s So Special About Brain Injury?

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1 Highlighting the particular needs of the brain injury population in the UK, and inquiring into how they may be better recognised and addressed by society Central Hall Westminister, London 16th May 2014 Accredited by APIL training Organised by

better recognised and addressed by society Central Hall

2 Highlighting the particular needs of the brain injury population in the UK, and inquiring into how they may be better recognised and addressed by society In this conference we attempt to address the needs of Brain Injured individuals over time by exploring society s awareness of ABI in general. Renowned national experts will give a range of presentations covering the following themes: the day starts by reflecting how far we have come in the past 20 years; we move on to hear about current research and initiatives. Best practice in enabling the needs of people with ABI to be recognised and addressed in all aspects of society is to be explored, rather than this being left solely as the remit of specialist services. As well as being an informative and inspirational day for professionals and students in the field, an additional intention is to gather information shared at the conference and utilise this wisdom to further raise awareness within society in general, thus influencing better outcomes for the brain injury population over the next 20 years Draft Programme Registration and Coffee 08: Address from morning chair 09:15 09:20 SETTING THE SCENE 09:20 11:15 A personal perspective of an ABI survivor re treatment by society (speaker tbc) A snapshot of a sociological perspective of brain injury from mid-1990 s David Webb Presenting research regarding the state of the nation in relation to recognising and meeting the needs of the ABI population 20 years on from David Webb s research. Mark Holloway Brain Injury Case Manager, Head First LLP Delegates submit written comments/problems/successes/questions from own practice Break 11:15 11:45 CURRENT INITIATIVES 11:45 13:00 Presentations from a range of national organisations, including: Louise Wilkinson Training manager, Presenting initiatives by the Criminal Justice Acquired Brain Injury Interest Group regarding the difficulties faced by offenders and those at risk of offending. Luke Griggs Communications Manager, Headway Presenting Headway s Supporting GPs campaign. Lisa Turan Chief Executive Officer, Presenting current initiatives by the improving the lives of children, young people and families affected by childhood brain injury. Amanda Swain UKABIF Communication & Policy Lead Presenting an overview of UKABIF s current work influencing policy, and introducing brain injury manifestos one and two, aiming to promote the understanding of all aspects of ABI Delegates informed how they can add their voice/follow/support the above initiatives Lunch 13:00 14:15

Renowned national experts will give a range of presentations covering the following themes: the day starts by reflecting how far we have come in the past 20 years; we move on to hear about current

3 2014 Draft Programme SHARING BEST PRACTICE 14:15 15:15 Delegates may choose one from three workshops which will each be run as an Appreciative Enquiry focusing on what works well. They will begin with three experts from the field, sharing experience on ensuring the needs of people with ABI are met in society. There will also be an opportunity for delegates to share their experiences and to collaboratively seek and create solutions to problems encountered in practice. Main points of agreement will be collated and taken to the influencing change plenary session and/or for use after the conference in future awareness-raising campaigns. workshop 3 workshop 2 workshop 1 Health and Rehabilitation Legal Community and Social Speaker tbc Consultant in Neuro- Rehabilitation Denzil Lush Senior Judge Court of Protection Doreen Tighe Independent Community Neuro-Occupational Therapist Mike Dilley Consultant Neuro-Psychiatrist The Lishamn Unit Maudsley Hospital Gerrard Martin Q.C. Exchange Chambers Joy Cleightonhills Relative of ABI survivor Fergus Gracey Neuro-Psychologist Oliver Zangwill Centre Nicola O Connor, Specialist ABI Criminal Defense Lawyer Russell-Cooke Solicitors Lorraine Podmore Benefits & Trusts Caseworker, Frenkel Topping Break 15:15 15:45 INFLUENCING CHANGE 15:45 16:30 Looking forward over the next 20 years, how might we influence change? Lord Patel of Bradford OBE House of Lords Review of Mental Capacity Act - Implications for Brain Acquired Injury MP (TBC) Individuals influencing change in the political arena Panel discussion Speakers and Experts comment on possible ways forward, based on main points of agreement from workshops on what works now CLOSING COMMENTS, REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK, AND FINISH 16:30 Delegates who attend this conference will: Gain an appreciation, through current research, of the wider picture regarding the specific difficulties encountered by the brain injured population in the UK Share own experiences of Brain Injury either not being recognised or BI individuals not being well served by society Learn of developments already underway to address the specific problems encountered in society by the brain injured population Share own successes and contribute to discussion as to how professionals in the field of Brain Injury can ensure more clients access and benefit from current services and statutes Contribute to creating ideas and developing ways to enhance society s recognition of the specific needs of the brain injured population, to ensure relevant action is taken and appropriate pathways are followed in future

There will also be an opportunity for delegates to share their experiences and to collaboratively seek and create solutions to problems encountered in practice.

4 14564_Head First ad_layout 1 28/11/ :40 Page 1 Clinical Negligence Irwin Mitchell LLP is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Brain Injury Legal Advice from Irwin Mitchell Compensation is only part of the story as brain injuries have a dramatic and lifechanging impact not only for the person injured but also for those who are close to them. Freephone: Personal Injury Titleworth Neuro is recognised as one of the most respected providers of expert care and rehabilitation for Acquired Brain Injury in the UK. We are pleased to be sponsoring the Head First Conference for the 7th successive year, and look forward to seeing you there PLS-PI146-AD-Brain Injury Legal Advice 85x120.indd 1 24/07/ :27 ABI is the leading independent provider of events and conferencing services within the Brain Injury Sector We are proud to be organising this conference Please visit our website for our 2014 conference listing Working together. Connecting people. T : admin@abisolutions.org.uk FFWprogramme2013.indd 21 04/12/ :35:09

5 BOOKING FORM What s So Special About Brain Injury? Booking contact HOW TO BOOK The cost is: VAT As part of ABI ongoing commitment to dissemination of knowledge and improved practice across the sector we are pleased to offer a limited number of subsidised places to students, NHS or Social Care Staff as well as representatives from the charitable sector. Please contact Jason Shelley on to discuss. OPTION 1 Please invoice my organisation for: Delegate place(s) PO number Simply complete and fax back the booking form to: or scan and the booking form to: admin@abisolutions.org.uk Organisations will be invoiced upon receipt of this booking form with an that will confirm the booking. Please supply full invoice details if different from above. OPTION 2 Payment enclosed of Delegate place(s) Cheques are payable to ABI Please return to: ABI, PO Box 3090, Purley, Surrey, CR8 9BQ Organisations will receive a receipted invoice attached to an that will confirm the booking. OPTION 3 If you would like to pay by debit or credit card please telephone Please ensure you have the name, billing address and card details ready. Signature: Name Organisation Address Postcode Tel Mobile Delegate details (These can be supplied at a later date if required) Delegate 1 Delegate 2 Delegate 3 Date: Delegate 4 For enquiries regarding advertising or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Jason Shelley: Tel: : jason@abisolutions.org.uk Cancellation: Substitution of delegates can be made at anytime without cost, by advising us in writing. Cancellations must be received in writing. A refund of the conference fee, less a processing charge of 30 will be made if you cancel your reservation on or before 5th April No refunds can be given after this date. Accredited by APIL training Organised by

subsidised places to students, NHS or Social Care Staff as well as representatives from the charitable sector. Please contact Jason Shelley on 020 8763 2963 to discuss.

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