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While every brain injury is different, we have a range of resources on hand that can help explain the impacts.

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We support individuals and organisations at every stage of their journey with practical solutions to the everyday challenges associated with brain injury.

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Our continued focus on research ensures that we have an evidence-base to improve the lives of people impacted by brain injury.

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Understand brain Injury

While every brain injury is different, we have a range of information tools to help you build a new life that is bigger than your brain injury.

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Synapse supports people impacted by brain injury by providing access to valuable resources, information and services.

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How can we assist you?

I think I have a brain injury I have an existing brain injury I support someone with a brain injury I am from an organisation

How we provide support

Everyone deserves control over of their life and to make choices that are important to them. Our team provides a range of specialist services for people who have a brain injury or disability, carers, family members and organisations.

Our Services

Contact us for information, referral, NDIS support coordination, advocacy, assessments, training, and housing and support services.

Research and Focus Areas

We contribute evidence and create tools to understand the impact of brain injury and connect people to speciality services and support.

Advocating to Protect Rights

Whether the issue is big or small, we provide advocacy services to individuals and influence policy and system change.

Learn more about Synapse

The BrainBank Panel is your opportunity to connect with someone you’ll feel comfortable talking to as you navigate your journey with brain injury. Find out more and enquire about speaking with a BrainBank Panelist.

Learn More & Connect

The BrainBank Podcast is all about sharing experiences, expert resources and everyday advice from Australians who understand what it’s like to live with brain injury.

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About Brain Injury

Brain injury has a profound and underestimated impact on society. It touches every demographic and culture, every age and occurs in every region.

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The term ‘brain injury’ refers to any type of brain disorder or neurological disruption which is acquired rather than developmental.

Brain injury is often known as the ‘invisible disability’ because there may be no physical signs of injury.

Some primary causes of brain injury include strokes, degenerative diseases such as dementia, trauma, FASD, epilepsy, and infections and diseases, including brain cancer.

Brain injury can have a profound impact on functioning that leads to an over-representation in systems including child protection, criminal justice, mental health and homelessness.

Specialist support and services can create pathways to enable people impacted by brain injury to lead full and connected lives.

With the right people around you and a positive mental attitude, you can exceed your own expectations surrounding your recovery.

Nick

Media Release: Synapse testify Guddi Way Screen success to the Disability Royal Commission

Brain injury is often called the ‘hidden’ disability due to its lack of physical evidence of injury, making it difficult to screen for and assess in Australian prisoners. Yet, having a brain injury in the criminal justice system makes an instrumental difference on the way prisoners are assessed and treated in and out of a prison.

10 Feb

University of Sydney study to explore the impact of stroke on sexuality

Sydney University is conducting a research study about the experiences of sexuality post stroke to assist with the ongoing development of sexual rehabilitation for future stroke survivors within the LGBTQI+ community.

9 Dec

Drawing from experiences – visual art and brain injury

We know art offers the chance to explore ideas and creative concepts. For people living with brain injury, it also provides an incredible opportunity to process and express their experiences – from the early stages through to the challenges and successes of recovery and day-to-day life.

29 Sep

Synapse Reconnections Sunshine Coast Over 65s – September

Come and meet up on the Sunshine Coast and connect with other people who're over 65 and living with a brain injury.

30 Sep

Synapse Reconnections Central Coast – September

If you live on the Central Coast then this group is for you. We hold regular meet ups for people with brain injury and their support network to come and connect with other individuals living with brain injury and their families.

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