Synapse Reconnections

Peer support groups

Join our 2023 Reconnections groups. These peer support groups provide those impacted by brain injury the opportunity to connect and support each other.

See our events
Australia's brain injury organisation

Support us

Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we can provide more specialist support, services and housing to Australians impacted by brain injury.

Make a donation
the-important-issues

Find the right services

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

Access our services

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 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

BrainBank Panel

BrainBank Panel

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
BrainBank Podcast

BrainBank Podcast

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.

Listen Now

Upcoming Synapse Events

View all events
27 May

Synapse Canberra Reconnections – May

Our peer group in Canberra is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network to connect face-to-face.

Read more
1 Jun

Synapse Shoalhaven Reconnections – June

In collaboration with Illawarra Brain Injury Service, our Shoalhaven Reconnections group is a regular meet up for people with brain injury and their support network.

Read more

Synapse News and Updates

View all news and updates
Synapse News and Updates
9 May

Understanding the cycle of vulnerability

Brain injury can impact someone at any stage of life and no two brain injuries are ever the same. Without the right support, knowledge and opportunities at the key milestones in life, people living with a brain injury can fall into the cycle of vulnerability.

Read more
Synapse News and Updates
3 May

What is ABI the Facts?

ABI The Facts is a comprehensive brain injury resource for professionals, individuals and families. It provides simple explanations of complex medical terms and delivers guidance for every stage of the brain injury journey.

Read more
Synapse News and Updates
27 Apr

The benefits of brain injury training

Synapse helps health professionals stay up to date with the latest research and developments through brain injury training.

Read more

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.

Learn more about brain injury

Mother and daughter

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

Man playing lawn bowls Beans 4 Brains Fun Run

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

Man with guitar Woman explaining brain model

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

Michael, Synapse Advocate Cairns Community Housing Initiative

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.

Two people sitting at desk Two people playing lawn bowls

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

Donate to Synapse

Your donation will help Synapse provide more leading services, housing and support. Donate today to make a real difference to people impacted by brain injury.

Get in Touch

Whether you’re after support or information for yourself or someone else, we can help.