N-ABLES will be at the Acquired Brain Injury Reception on 7th July 2026, 2–4pm, in Attlee Suite, Portcullis House. We’re asking our community to invite their MP to join us! 🌟 Use the link below to download a draft letter to forward to your MP ‼️ 🔗 buff.ly/Gq7pQbg 🔗

🌟 Save the Date: 30th June 2026 🌟 The third webinar in our Nasen Twilight Talks series will be delivered by our Education Professionals Advisory Group (EPAG)! 📚 🔗 Sign-up for FREE here: buff.ly/3AYI1Y3 #BrainInjury #FreeTraining

🌟 JOIN TODAY 🌟 Our second webinar with Nasen is happening tonight! We are thrilled to have the input of our Young Expert by Experience (YEBEABI), and it's not too late to get a ticket! 🧠 🔗 Sign-up for our FREE webinars here: buff.ly/3AYI1Y3 #BrainInjuryAwareness

🌟 #TeamSpotlight 🌟 Nathan Hughes is a Professor of Adolescent Health and Justice at the University of Sheffield. Nathan saw the creation of N-ABLES as a fantastic opportunity to ensure evidence of good practice in supporting young people after ABI is shared.

🌟 #TeamSpotlight 🌟 Petrina Sill founded and is the CEO of @edendoratrust.bsky.social for children with Encephalitis & ABI 12 years ago. Having lived experience of the difficulties children and families face with the complexities of Acquired Brain Injury. 🔗 buff.ly/4L52CtA

🌟 #TeamSpotlight 🌟 Dr Sharon Buckland currently leads the Brain Injury Service at @cbituk.bsky.social and is delighted to contribute to the N-ABLES steering group alongside a diverse and committed network of professionals working towards shared strategic goals.

🌟 #TeamSpotlight 🌟 Charlotte has been involved with N-ABLES since 2023 as a member of the steering committee and is passionate about contributing to initiatives that promote greater understanding of ABI within the education sector. 🔗 More information: buff.ly/4L52CtA

🌟 Save the Date: 23rd June 2026 🌟 The second webinar in our Nasen Twilight Talks series will be delivered by our Young Experts with Experience of Acquired Brain Injury (YEBEABI) Group! 📚 🔗 Sign-up for FREE here: buff.ly/3AYI1Y3 #BrainInjury #FreeTraining

This week we’re joining @headwayuk.bsky.social for Action for Brain Injury (ABI) Week, the theme this year is isolation. Our Young Experts by Experience (YEBEABI) often share how lonely life can feel after a #BrainInjury and how being misunderstood by peers adds to that isolation. (1/2)

🌟 #TeamSpotlight 🌟 Susie Nolan is an Occupational Therapist specialising in community rehabilitation for children with ABI. She is Head of Community and School Therapies at The Children’s Trust. 🔗 For more information about our Committee, visit: buff.ly/4L52CtA

🌟 Save the Date: 16th June 2026 🌟 The first webinar in our Nasen Twilight Talks series will be delivered by Dr Gemma Costello and Dr Emily Bennett! 📚 🔗 Sign-up for FREE here: buff.ly/3AYI1Y3

🌟 #TeamSpotlight 🌟 Chloe Hayward is the Executive Director of @ukabif.bsky.social. Chloe helped to reinstate the All-Party Parliamentary Group in 2017 and has since worked closely with the Chair and members of the group. 🔗 For more information, visit: buff.ly/4L52CtA

🌟 We are thrilled to announce our latest collaboration between N-ABLES and Nasen! 🌟 We will be delivering 3 webinars in a series that are FREE to access! 🧠 🔗 Sign-up here: buff.ly/3AYI1Y3 #BrainInjuryAwareness #EducationMatters #Inclusivity #FreeTraining

🌟 #TeamSpotlight 🌟 Estelle has been a member of the House of Lords since 2005 which she combines with her work as the Chair of the Birmingham Education Partnership. 🔗 For more information about the N-ABLES Steering Committee, visit: buff.ly/4L52CtA

🌟 #TeamSpotlight 🌟 Joanna Woodhouse is a qualified teacher and SENCO with a Masters Degree in SEND and Inclusion. 🔗 For more information about the N-ABLES Steering Committee, visit: buff.ly/4L52CtA #BrainInjuryAwareness #EducationMatters #Inclusivity #ChildhoodABI

🌟 #TeamSpotlight 🌟 Dr Gemma Costello is a Specialist Educational Psychologist in Paediatric Neuropsychology. 🔗 For more information about the N-ABLES Steering Committee, visit: buff.ly/4L52CtA

🌟 #TeamSpotlight 🌟 Dr Emily Bennett is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Paediatric Neuropsychologist specialising in paediatric neuropsychology and neurorehabilitation at the Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. 🔗 Visit: buff.ly/4L52CtA

We're thrilled to have so many new followers joining our community, and feel it's the perfect time to reintroduce our Steering Committee. N-ABLES is a special interest group of @ukabif.bsky.social. Our dedicated team volunteers their time and expertise to drive N-ABLES forward! 🌟 (1/2)

@ukabif.bsky.social urge that #AcquiredBrainInjury should be included in SEND reforms. "Children and young people with brain injuries are at higher risk of poor outcomes throughout their lifetimes" Read the full article here: buff.ly/cG2bpGw #BrainInjuryAwareness #EducationMatters

‼️ Are you an educator motivated by a drive to create real-world impact? 🌟 Join the N-ABLES Education Professionals Advisory Network! 🔗 Scan the QR code below, or visit: buff.ly/o0u0V5Z #BrainInjuryAwareness #EducationMatters #Inclusivity #ChildhoodABI

Following the publication of the government’s consultation on SEND reform, @ukabif.bsky.social has called for a commitment to ensure every school can meet the needs of children and young people with acquired brain injury (ABI). 🔗 Read the full article here: www.educatemagazine.com/send-reforms...

The N-ABLES Steering Committee gathered last week for our annual strategic meeting! It was a pleasure to recall our successes from the past year and plan new objectives for the year ahead! Many thanks to Irwin Mitchell for providing the office space for this meeting! 🧠

📧 Join our Mailing List! 🔗 Sign-up with the form on our website to register your interest: buff.ly/OJFei8a #BrainInjuryAwareness #EducationMatters #Inclusivity #ChildhoodABI

Last week, our Young Experts Group (YEBEABI) held their annual strategy meeting where they began development of their next exciting resource! A heartfelt thanks to @thompsons.law for providing their office space for the meeting! #BrainInjuryAwareness #EducationMatters #Inclusivity #ChildhoodABI

In honour of #WorldEncephalitisDay, we want to highlight the need for greater understanding, support, and research into #Encephalitis. N-ABLES works closely with the @edendoratrust.bsky.social, who support young people affected by Encephalitis. More information:

N-ABLES Gemma Costello gave a great presentation on behalf of Chloe Hayward about the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for #AcquiredBrainInjury The presentation suggested that everyone engage with their MP and ask them to be a member of the APPG. 🔗 buff.ly/NSFpvnG

Members of our Young Exerts (YEBEABI) Group gave a fantastic presentation at the @irwinmitchell #BrainInjuryConference2026 The presentation provided an important platform for the young experts to advocate on behalf of children and young people with #AcquiredBrainInjury. (1/3)

🌟 Are you an education professional who is passionate about helping young people with additional needs? 📚 Join our Education Professionals Advisory Network (EPAN) 🔗 Fill in the form on our website to register your interest: ukabif.org.uk/page/NABLES #BrainInjuryAwareness #EducationMatters

Come and find us at the Irwin Mitchell #BrainInjuryConference2026 Members of our Young Experts Group (#YEBEABI) will be based at our stand to speak about the work of N-ABLES. We are excited to be here at such a lovely venue, the Institute of Directors!

We are thrilled to be participating in the Irwin Mitchell Brain Injury Conference today! 🧠 We are especially pleased to have our young experts share their personal journeys and insights into living with an #AcquiredBrainInjury. Stay tuned to our social channels for more updates! 👥

N-ABLES will be present at the Irwin Mitchell Brain Injury Conference 2026! Our Young Experts Group is set to deliver a talk about their journey with #AcquiredBrainInjury within the educational system. For more information, visit: events.irwinmitchell.com/braininjuryc...

👥 Download our ABI Passport 👥 N-ABLES YEBEABI (Young Experts by Experience in ABI) Group hope this is a resource that young people can 'own'; co-write with their teacher/SENCo/parents, and share as they wish. 🔗 Download here:

N-ABLES are thrilled to be at the Child Brain Injury Conference today at the International Convention Centre, hosted by the Brain Injury Group! Visit our stand to discuss acquired brain injury and education! #CBI26 #ChildBrainInjuryConference #BrainInjuryAwareness #Education

🌟 Download our #ABIReturn Resource! 🌟 Most young people with an #AcquiredBrainInjury return to mainstream education. This transition is crucial for their recovery, with schools playing a key role in their rehabilitation and success. 🔗 Access here:

Expand your #AcquiredBrainInjury knowledge this New Year! N-ABLES offers free resources for educators, families, and young people to aid their educational journey post #ABI. 🔗 Check out our Concussion Guidance Resource: buff.ly/pBBDqc0 #BrainInjuryAwareness

Happy new year from team N-ABLES! Why not bring in the new year by learning more about ABI why not take this time to expand your knowledge and understanding of Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)? Consider exploring resources on the N-ABLES webpage: ukabif.org.uk/general/cust... #BrainInjuryAwareness

Season's Greetings from the entire team at N-ABLES! Here's to a wonderful holiday season and a New Year that brings you success and fulfillment in all endeavors.

Wishing you a joyous and festive Hanukkah! From Team N-ABLES

The N-ABLES team has put together some guidance for parents and teachers of children who have incurred a concussion. Read more and download the guidance here: ukabif.org.uk/page/Concuss... #UKABIF #NABLES #ABI #Concussion #Guidance

‼️ Do you know a child or young person who has an #AcquiredBrainInjury who finds it challenging to express themselves at school? 🌟 We suggest you explore our innovative ABI Passport Resource! 🔗 Download for free here: ukabif.org.uk/page/NABLESA... #BrainInjuryAwareness #EducationMatters

In case you missed the Parliamentary Debate on 4th December, Sir John Hayes called for a comprehensive Acquired Brain Injury Action Plan. 🌟 He reflected "A brain injury can challenge every aspect of life [...] recovery will often take not just weeks or months" (1/2)

😴 Fatigue after an acquired brain injury isn’t just “tiredness.” It’s a deep exhaustion that can make even simple tasks feel overwhelming. Our ABI Coordinators work with families and schools to create tailored rest plans, activity pacing, and tools to manage energy levels. 🧡

On #InternationalVolunteerDay, we celebrate our dedicated Steering Committee and advisory groups of esteemed education professionals and passionate experts by experience. These exceptional colleagues volunteer their time and expertise to further N-ABLES goals!

The #InternationalDayofPersonswithDisabilities emphasises dignity, rights, and well-being for those with disabilities. It calls for action to create an empowering world. 🔗 Learn about our support for young people with #AcquiredBrainInjuries: buff.ly/vmijxBe

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT We are pleased to let you know that a Westminster Hall Debate on Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) has been scheduled for: Date: Thursday 4th December 2025 Time: 13:30 - 15:00 (1/2) #BrainInjuryAwareness #Inclusivity #ChildhoodABI #UKParliament

We had the pleasure of attending the Conference Dinner at the #UKABIFSummit2025, marking a memorable conclusion to an outstanding day. The dinner provided an excellent opportunity for networking and exchanging ideas with professionals!

We are excited to showcase some photos from the #UKABIFSummit2025 The images capture how much our team enjoyed the event, a big thank you to @ukabif.bsky.social! If you were unable to attend the event, you can view the presentations on the UKABIF YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@UKABIF/videos

🏆 N-ABLES have won the NR times Above and Beyond Award 🏆 We extend our heartfelt thanks to our incredible Steering Group for their unwavering support. This award honors professionals who go the extra mile to improve lives, and it perfectly describes our wonderful team!

We were proud to sponsor the NR Times Above & Beyond Award for the third year running. Huge congratulations to @n-ables.bsky.social on the win, to finalists Firas Sarhan and Headway Derby and all other winners👏 A truly inspiring event— Thank you NR Times!

🌟 We recently launched our resource, the ABI passport! 📚 The passport emphasises the young person's voice, and is a way to help teachers understand more about their ABI. 🔗 Access and download this tool at no cost from the N-ABLES website: buff.ly/uxCka0X