🌟 #TeamSpotlight 🌟
Dr Emily Bennett is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Paediatric Neuropsychologist specialising in paediatric neuropsychology and neurorehabilitation at the Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust.
🔗 Visit: buff.ly/4L52CtA
Keep an eye on our social media channels, as we'll be spotlighting one team member each week!
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#BrainInjuryAwareness #EducationMatters
We're thrilled to have so many new followers joining our community, and feel it's the perfect time to reintroduce our Steering Committee.
N-ABLES is a special interest group of @ukabif.bsky.social. Our dedicated team volunteers their time and expertise to drive N-ABLES forward! 🌟
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@ukabif.bsky.social urge that #AcquiredBrainInjury should be included in SEND reforms.
"Children and young people with brain injuries are at higher risk of poor outcomes throughout their lifetimes"
Read the full article here: buff.ly/cG2bpGw
#BrainInjuryAwareness #EducationMatters
‼️ Are you an educator motivated by a drive to create real-world impact?
🌟 Join the N-ABLES Education Professionals Advisory Network!
🔗 Scan the QR code below, or visit: buff.ly/o0u0V5Z
#BrainInjuryAwareness #EducationMatters #Inclusivity #ChildhoodABI
Following the publication of the government’s consultation on SEND reform, @ukabif.bsky.social has called for a commitment to ensure every school can meet the needs of children and young people with acquired brain injury (ABI).
🔗 Read the full article here: www.educatemagazine.com/send-reforms...
The N-ABLES Steering Committee gathered last week for our annual strategic meeting!
It was a pleasure to recall our successes from the past year and plan new objectives for the year ahead!
Many thanks to Irwin Mitchell for providing the office space for this meeting! 🧠
📧 Join our Mailing List!
🔗 Sign-up with the form on our website to register your interest: buff.ly/OJFei8a
#BrainInjuryAwareness #EducationMatters #Inclusivity #ChildhoodABI
Last week, our Young Experts Group (YEBEABI) held their annual strategy meeting where they began development of their next exciting resource!
A heartfelt thanks to @thompsons.law for providing their office space for the meeting!
#BrainInjuryAwareness #EducationMatters #Inclusivity #ChildhoodABI
In honour of #WorldEncephalitisDay, we want to highlight the need for greater understanding, support, and research into #Encephalitis.
N-ABLES works closely with the @edendoratrust.bsky.social, who support young people affected by Encephalitis.
More information:
N-ABLES Gemma Costello gave a great presentation on behalf of Chloe Hayward about the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for #AcquiredBrainInjury
The presentation suggested that everyone engage with their MP and ask them to be a member of the APPG.
🔗 buff.ly/NSFpvnG
Some quotes from the presentation:
"Everyone's communication styles are different, you just need to ask what works for them"
"We are not an 'other' just because we don't have our own category in an EHCP"
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The group shared their lived experiences of communication challenges following ABI, including the impact on #confidence, #friendships, and #participation. They also highlighted how fatigue can affect communication and emphasised the importance of understanding.
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Members of our Young Exerts (YEBEABI) Group gave a fantastic presentation at the @irwinmitchell #BrainInjuryConference2026
The presentation provided an important platform for the young experts to advocate on behalf of children and young people with #AcquiredBrainInjury.
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🌟 Are you an education professional who is passionate about helping young people with additional needs?
📚 Join our Education Professionals Advisory Network (EPAN)
🔗 Fill in the form on our website to register your interest: ukabif.org.uk/page/NABLES
#BrainInjuryAwareness #EducationMatters
Come and find us at the Irwin Mitchell #BrainInjuryConference2026
Members of our Young Experts Group (#YEBEABI) will be based at our stand to speak about the work of N-ABLES.
We are excited to be here at such a lovely venue, the Institute of Directors!
We are thrilled to be participating in the Irwin Mitchell Brain Injury Conference today! 🧠
We are especially pleased to have our young experts share their personal journeys and insights into living with an #AcquiredBrainInjury.
Stay tuned to our social channels for more updates! 👥
N-ABLES will be present at the Irwin Mitchell Brain Injury Conference 2026!
Our Young Experts Group is set to deliver a talk about their journey with #AcquiredBrainInjury within the educational system.
For more information, visit: events.irwinmitchell.com/braininjuryc...
👥 Download our ABI Passport 👥
N-ABLES YEBEABI (Young Experts by Experience in ABI) Group hope this is a resource that young people can 'own'; co-write with their teacher/SENCo/parents, and share as they wish.
🔗 Download here:
N-ABLES are thrilled to be at the Child Brain Injury Conference today at the International Convention Centre, hosted by the Brain Injury Group!
Visit our stand to discuss acquired brain injury and education!
#CBI26 #ChildBrainInjuryConference #BrainInjuryAwareness #Education
🌟 Download our #ABIReturn Resource! 🌟
Most young people with an #AcquiredBrainInjury return to mainstream education. This transition is crucial for their recovery, with schools playing a key role in their rehabilitation and success.
🔗 Access here:
Expand your #AcquiredBrainInjury knowledge this New Year!
N-ABLES offers free resources for educators, families, and young people to aid their educational journey post #ABI.
🔗 Check out our Concussion Guidance Resource: buff.ly/pBBDqc0
#BrainInjuryAwareness
Happy new year from team N-ABLES!
Why not bring in the new year by learning more about ABI why not take this time to expand your knowledge and understanding of Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)?
Consider exploring resources on the N-ABLES webpage: ukabif.org.uk/general/cust...
#BrainInjuryAwareness
Season's Greetings from the entire team at N-ABLES!
Here's to a wonderful holiday season and a New Year that brings you success and fulfillment in all endeavors.
Wishing you a joyous and festive Hanukkah!
From Team N-ABLES
The N-ABLES team has put together some guidance for parents and teachers of children who have incurred a concussion.
Read more and download the guidance here: ukabif.org.uk/page/Concuss...
#UKABIF #NABLES #ABI #Concussion #Guidance
‼️ Do you know a child or young person who has an #AcquiredBrainInjury who finds it challenging to express themselves at school?
🌟 We suggest you explore our innovative ABI Passport Resource!
🔗 Download for free here: ukabif.org.uk/page/NABLESA...
#BrainInjuryAwareness #EducationMatters
We are grateful to Liz Twist MP who highlighted the vital work of organisations like @cbituk, @UKABIF, and our work at @NABLES10.
We firmly support the plan for a comprehensive Acquired Brain Injury Action Plan. 👏
Full transcript: buff.ly/BZ47Nxo
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In case you missed the Parliamentary Debate on 4th December, Sir John Hayes called for a comprehensive Acquired Brain Injury Action Plan. 🌟
He reflected "A brain injury can challenge every aspect of life [...] recovery will often take not just weeks or months"
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😴 Fatigue after an acquired brain injury isn’t just “tiredness.” It’s a deep exhaustion that can make even simple tasks feel overwhelming.
Our ABI Coordinators work with families and schools to create tailored rest plans, activity pacing, and tools to manage energy levels. 🧡