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Action on Pain is dedicated to providing support and advice for people who are affected by chronic pain. We are run by volunteers many of whom either have or are affected by chronic pain.

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Angelman Syndrome is a rare genetic condition first identified in the mid 1960's by a British doctor called Harry Angelman, from whom it also gained its name.In simple terms, it is a chromosome disorder that causes severe learning difficulties. Since the condition was first identified in 1965 to date only about 350 people (mostly children and young adults) have been diagnosed in the UK. This number is increasing due to the improvement and ease of Genetic testing.

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BIRST is a rural enterprise, set up to assist with personal development following a brain injury.
Brain injury can occur as a result of an accident. The resultant changes can affect the victim and can be as equally devastating to the family and friends.
Here at BIRST we offer a program for personal rehabilitation and development, which is aimed to discover a persons hidden potential. Discovering this hidden potential can be extremely beneficial and have life changing effects. Each situation is different so the amount of help needed varies. If you think we can help you or a family member, get in touch and take the first step towards the future.

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The term "brain injury" covers a huge variety of conditions. At BIRD, we make no distinction between types of brain injury and aim to treat people of all ages and all levels of severity.
Many people with brain injury are born with the problem due to genetic reasons or complications during pregnancy and birth. Other people suffer trauma during their life from accidents, assaults and natural disorders such as strokes.
The people we treat may be affected by:

Stroke
Autism
Cerebral palsy
Congenital defects
Acquired head injury
Developmental delay

Dyslexia
Dyspraxia
Hyperactivity/attention deficit disorders
Behavioural / emotional disorders
Other non - specific learning difficulties.

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The purpose of BT Buddies is to provide as much information as possible in one place on high grade brain tumours for patients, families and caregivers in the UK. As well as the information pages we have a forum area where people can ask questions, get support, share their stories, and more.

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Brain Tumour Research represents the united campaign voice of the Brain Tumour Research group of charities. Established in 2008, the charity Brain Tumour Research was launched specifically to raise substantial funds for brain tumour research and operates as a separate entity to the member charities.

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The Brainwave Programme rests on the theory of neuroplasticity and our qualified and experienced staff are drawn from the mainstream fields of physiotherapy, psychology and education. All Brainwave therapists receive additional training in cognitive and communication techniques

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Cerebra is a unique charity set up to help improve the lives of children with brain related conditions through researching, educating and directly supporting children and their carers.

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Families Against Neuroblastoma is the first port of call for anyone who has received the devastating news that their child, or loved one, has Neuroblastoma. We are also the only Neuroblastoma charity to provide support for bereaved families regardless of how long ago the bereavement was.

We are solely dedicated to providing support, information and assistance in all aspects of dealing with Neuroblastoma, and we seek to fund specific research into cutting edge treatments of Neuroblastoma.

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Genetic Alliance UK is the national charity of patient organisations with a membership of over 140 charities supporting all those affected by genetic disorders.
Our aim is to improve the lives of people affected by genetic conditions by ensuring that high quality services and information are available to all who need them.

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Headway is a charity set up to give help and support to people affected by brain injury. It does this in a number of ways:
Locally
A network of local Groups and Branches throughout the UK and Channel Islands offers a wide range of services, including rehabilitation programmes, carer support, social re-integration, community outreach and respite care. The services available will vary, depending on local needs and resources.
Nationally
Headway UK provides support to the local Groups and Branches and helps to deliver high quality services through guidance on policies, procedures, standards and training.

Some Headway branches have their own websites

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Our Day Unit is for people with non-degenerative acquired brain injury, their families and carers. We provide physical, cognitive and social rehabilitation activities in a participative and fun atmosphere.

Our on-site services include physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, memory, cognitive classes, computer tuition and group work. Advice and information available. We run a 24 hours on-call helpline. Our day unit staff also visit families in their homes, encouraging participation by carers in programmes.

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Headway Black Country is a service for people with an acquired brain injury, their family and carers living in any of the four Black Country Boroughs – Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton.

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To promote understanding of all aspects of Brain Injury and to provide information, support and services to people with brain injury, their families and carers.

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We provide specialist services and support to people with an acquired brain injury, their family and carers across the whole of Cambridgeshire, including Huntingdon, Peterborough and Fenland. We also provide the same rehabilitation opportunities for people from surrounding counties where appropriate.

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