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Information & Referral Services

Specialised information and advice to help you manage life with brain injury and navigate the systems of care and support.

Information & Referral Services

Factsheets

Synapse provides factsheets and information on many topics related to Brain Injury. The below factsheets may help you with your journey to understanding.

Causes of Brain Injury

Almost everything we do, say and think is controlled by our brain, so when our brain is injured, it has the potential to affect every aspect of life.

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Effects of Brain Injury

The long term effects of brain injury are different for each person but can be addressed with proper management and support.

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Contact Synapse

Our team can help answer questions and start your journey from diagnosis through to recovery.

Synapse Brain Injury Forum

Forums

A space for you to discuss your experiences, share advice and have meaningful, safe conversations about brain injury with a community that understands.

Forums

Support Groups & Activities

Connect with people who understand brain injury and get practical information, advice and support while developing meaningful relationships.

Community Support

Personal Stories

It is important to remember there is always support, hope and a community to lean on within the Synapse organisation. These personal stories are from real life Synapse clients who have used our services as a road to recovery. You can also chat to others in your position on our community forum.

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People with Brain Injury

Nick Lonie

Nick Lonie is the former Chairman of Headwest. His brain injury occurred after he fell from the back of a moving ute.  

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People with Brain Injury

Julie Clark

In February 1993, Julie was working as a flight attendant when she began experiencing persistent headaches.

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