Wednesday 1st September Carers of the Year Awards 2010 — Nominate Today
The closing date for nominating a Carer for Carers of the Year and Young Carer of the Year is fast approaching and people who wish to nominate a Carer for these awards are being urged to do so before the closing date of September 10th 2010
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Sunday 29th August. Acquired Brain Injury Ireland supporters to Cycle from Letterkenny, Donegal to Sligo
On Sunday August 29th 2010 a group of 65 cycling enthusiasts will cycle 115 kilometers from Letterkenny to Sligo in aid of Acquired Brain Injury Ireland. Fun Cycle Donegal to Sligo
Friday 2nd July. Sligo Unveils Memorial to Dr. Niamh Nangle
A garden bench which was planned, designed and built by clients from the Community Brain Injury Service in Sligo was unveiled today in memory of Dr. Niamh Nangle. Read more
Tuesday 29nd June. Ireland continues to lag far behind other European countries for many aspects of neurological care. The Neurological Alliance of Ireland (NAI) is asking for your support for its campaign for a National Programme for Neurological Care by the HSE which will prioritise planning and investment in services for people with neurological conditions, which affect over 700,000 people in this country. Read more.
Visit www.nai.ie to give your support to the “Think Ahead” campaign for a National Programme for Neurological Care
Tuesday 29nd June. The Future for Neurological Conditions in Ireland: A Challenge for Healthcare; an Opportunity for Change is now available to download free of charge from the NAI website www.nai.ie
The NAI has brought together leading neurospecialists, academics, researchers and health agencies in an essential guide to neurological care in our health service.
Tuesday 22nd June. Sligo Groups involved in Nationally Recognised Awards proposal. We need your VOTE. ABI Ireland and IWA need you to VOTE NOW for their Sensory Garden Project in the Tidy Towns / Super Valu Community Bursary Awards. Read more & VOTE NOW
Wednesday 9th June. Cyclist Reminded to Mind their Head - ABI Ireland reminds cyclists during National Bike Week of importance of wearing helmets
National Bike Week takes place from the 13th of June to the 20th of June and Acquired Brain Injury Ireland is urging all cyclists to Mind their Heads by wearing a helmet.Read more
Monday 24th May. Minister John Moloney unveils new Community Brain Injury
Transitional Living Unit in Sligo
Minister John Moloney, T.D., Minister for Disability and Mental Health today officially opened a Transitional Living Unit in Sligo for people with an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI). The Acquired Brain Injury Service, a partnership between the HSE and Acquired Brain Injury Ireland (ABI Ireland) supports people with a brain injury in Sligo, Leitrim and West Cavan to return to independent living Read more
Tuesday 6th April. Acquired Brain Injury Ireland to hold Carer’s Training Programme in Limerick/Clare
ABI Ireland is calling on family members and those caring for and supporting people with an acquired brain injury (ABI) to attend a training programme which will be held in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Ennis Road, Limerick. Read more
Monday 8th March 2010 . MOVEPLAN IRELAND selects ABI Ireland as Charity of the Year 2010
ABI Ireland is delighted to announce that we have been chosen as MovePlan Ireland’s Charity of the year for 2010 as a result of a nomination made by their Project Manager, Orla Keenan. Read more
Friday 5th March 2010 . ABI Ireland to showcase work of Munster artists
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland (ABI Ireland) will mark Brain Awareness Week 2010 by launching its first Art & Media Exhibition ‘Capturing the Now’ in Castleisland, Co Kerry. MEP Mr. Sean Kelly will officially launch the exhibition at 2pm next Friday 12th March at the Castleisland Library in Kerry. Read more
Thursday 4th March 2010 . ABI Ireland Staff first in Ireland to complete ACBIS Brain Injury Training
A group of Acquired Brain Injury Ireland (ABI Ireland) employees are the first ever in Ireland to complete specialised training in brain injury rehabilitation. This is the first time that the training, which is accredited by US based Academy of Brain Injury Specialists (ACBIS), has been held outside the United States of America. Read more
Monday 1st March 2010 . Michael Healy Rae urges cyclists to ‘Mind Your Heads’
Kerry Councillor Michael Healy Rae swapped his trademark cap for a stylish cycling helmet to raise awareness of the importance of wearing protective headgear in preventing head and brain injuries. The safety message comes ahead of Brain Awareness Week which runs from 8th – 14th March 2010 Read more
Monday 1st March 2010 . You only have one brain, Mind Your Head and protect it!
ABI Ireland issues call ahead of Brain Awareness Week 8th – 14th March 2010
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland (ABI Ireland) is calling on the public to take extra precautions to protect against head injury. This important message marks Brain Awareness Week 2010 which will take place from 8th – 14th March 2010.
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BRAIN AWARENESS WEEK 8th to 14th March 2010
ABI Ireland have many events taking place throughout Ireland during Brain Awareness Week
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To view NAI Brain Awareness Week Calendar of Events View NAI BAW Events
Wednesday 30th December 2009. Annual Report 2008 -
Our first Annual Report reflects significant achievements in ABI Community Rehabilitation in 2008 and also puts in context the origins and development of our organisation over the past eight years. View 2008 Annual report . For hard copy of the report contact the National Office or your local Regional Office.
Tuesday, 22nd December 2009. Helmet wearing will reduce Head Injuries among Hurlers – ABI Ireland
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland (ABI Ireland) has welcomed the GAA’s decision to introduce compulsory helmet wearing for hurlers of all ages
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Wednesday 2nd December 2009. You only have one brain, Mind Your Head and protect it! ABI Ireland and RTE’s Baz Ashmawy launch Christmas safety appeal
Thinking of buying a bicycle, skateboard, scooter or rollerblades for a loved one this Christmas? Then think safety! That is the message from RTE presenter Baz Ashmawy and Acquired Brain Injury Ireland (ABI Ireland), leading provider of services for people with acquired brain injury in Ireland.
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Wednesday, 18th November 2009. RTE Afternoon Show, ABI Ireland reminds people about the importance of wearing their helmets when cycling.
Barbara O’Connell Chief Executive of ABI Ireland and Sam Fleming who suffered an Acquired Brain Injury after falling off his bicycle, were interviewed today on the Afternoon Show on RTE. They are reminding people of the importance of wearing their helmets.
Sam is living in an ABI Ireland Assisted Living Residence in Clare. Currently two houses are being built to accommodate the clients of both our residences in Ennis. ABI Ireland would welcome donations towards equipping these houses.
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Tuesday, 6th October 2009. Carers Awareness Training Programme in Castlebar
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland (ABI Ireland) is calling on those caring for and supporting people with an acquired brain injury (ABI) to attend an awareness and education training programme which will be held in Castlebar, Co Mayo. Programme briefing session will be on 20th October 2009.
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Wednesday, 22nd September 2009. Clare Sports Stars Pedal for Charity
Some of Clare’s best-known sporting personalities will participate in a 90km cycle through the Burren next month
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Monday, 14th September 2009. ABI Ireland highlights importance of safety helmets as Dublin Bike Scheme is launched
ABI Ireland, has welcomed the launch of the Dublin Bike Scheme and has reminded those using the bikes of the importance of wearing safety helmets while cycling throughout the city.
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Wednesday, 22nd July 2009. Acquired Brain Injury Ireland, BRÍ and Headway put heads together to launch first ABI Information leaflet
Ireland’s leading acquired brain injury (ABI) support organisations have today come together to launch an information leaflet on ABI and the ABI support services available in Ireland. The Inter-agency collaboration of Acquired Brain Injury Ireland, BRÍ and Headway has produced a leaflet which highlights the importance of increasing ABI awareness and providing accurate information at the right time to those affected by the condition
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ABI Interagency Leaflet, Journey to Recovery Ceramic Panel
The ceramic piece on the front of the ABI Interagency Leaflet is designed and made by people with acquired brain injury. Overall it is about the journey of recovery from brain injury.
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Friday, 10th July 2009. Tribute to Dr. Niamh Nangle
On the sudden death of our colleague Dr. Niamh Nangle, it is extraordinarily difficult to find the words to say goodbye to someone taken so young, so suddenly and so unexpectedly. So rather than mourn a death, let us celebrate a wonderful and fulfilled life.
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Tuesday, 16th June 2009. Cyclists urged to ‘Protect their heads’- ABI Ireland reminds cyclists during National Bike Week of importance of wearing helmets
Cycling without a bicycle helmet is highly dangerous and cyclists need to be aware of the consequences of cycling unprotected
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Monday, 8th June 2009. Information & Training essential for Carers -
High levels of stress, isolation and depression are common among carers of people with acquired brain injury (ABI), according to Acquired Brain Injury Ireland (ABI Ireland). With an estimated 20,000 to 30,000 people looking after relatives with an ABI in their own homes, the need for improved supports and training is being highlighted by the organisation during Carers Week 2009 (which runs from 8th – 14th June)..
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Monday, 25th May 2009. Acquired Brain Injury Ireland launches ABI programme for Carers
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland today announced it will hold a series of training programmes for those caring for people with ABI throughout Ireland.
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Monday, 20 April 2009. Acquired Brain Injury Ireland supports call for wearing of protective helmets by parents of Darren Shanahan
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Brain Aware - An Awareness & Education Programme
If you are interested in an Awareness & Education programme for Family Members Caring for and Supporting Someone with an Acquired Brain Injury being run by Acquired Brain Injury Ireland in Kilkenny in May/June
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Wednesday, 18 March 2009: Acquired Brain Injury Ireland highlights importance of helmet wearing during winter sports.
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Wednesday, 4 March 2009: Side by Side, a new Day Resource Centre for people with an acquired brain injury (ABI) was officially opened by Mr John Moloney, T.D. Minister for Equality, Disability and Mental Health, in Dun Laoghaire today.
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17th February 2009: Acquired Brain Injury Ireland welcomes TBI Research Group Report
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland has welcomed the report on Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) in Ireland published by the TBI Research Group.
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Mind Your Head Campaign Launched to raise awareness of Acquired Brain Injury in Ireland
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) is a silent epidemic which affects more than 10,000 people in Ireland every year and its victims are often left without vital support services which would ensure that they could continue to live independent lives, the CEO of the Peter Bradley Foundation said today.
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