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Headway Wearside Headway Wearside aims to provide information, support and social activities for BRAIN INJURY survivors, their families and their carers in the Sunderland area.

The effects of a brain injury can be wide ranging, and depend on a number of factors such as the type, location and severity of injury. Every person's injury is unique, so they will experience any number of the symptoms, which can range from mild to severe. Headway Wearside aims to provide support, information, social and learning activities to individuals who have an acquired brain injury in order to promote and increase social independence, empowerment and social inclusion and in tern reduce isolation and issues in relation to depression, anxiety and reduced confidence. Long Term Goals for the development of the group are:

Appoint salaried worker – Community Development Officer to raise the profile of the group and develop Frequent sessions and activities for the group

Provide an Advocacy Service

Provide support to families and carers

Hold annual Headway Wearside conference to raise awareness and publicise the impact of acquired brain injury in tern alter people perceptions

Have something specific for brain injury survivors within the region

Establish website providing in depth information on brain injuries and the impact on a client and family, promote services and raise awareness of support available

Work with other Headway Groups and Branches to increase awareness and promote the creation of social networks for the client group.

The last movebility and sports session today
15/10/2026

The last movebility and sports session today

Taking turns in move ability and sports session Headway Wearside with Durham County FA
09/10/2026

Taking turns in move ability and sports session Headway Wearside with Durham County FA

13/09/2026

WEARSIDE WARRIORS enjoy your run today. Thanks for your amazing support for Headway Wearside .... have a great day xx

02/07/2026
03/06/2026

Great music Headway Wearside with Simon and Graham from Nordoff and Robbins

22/03/2026

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22/03/2026

⭐️⭐️EXHIBITION OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE - LIMITED SPACES SO BOOK NOW!⭐️⭐️

email: [email protected] to find out more!

Kim and Gloria Finnigan checking out the stack with 'robbie'
05/03/2026

Kim and Gloria Finnigan checking out the stack with 'robbie'

06/02/2026

🎉 Headway Wearside is hosting a 90’s Celebration Fundraiser! 🎉
Get ready for an unforgettable night of nostalgia on Thursday 4th June 2026, from 6:30 PM to 11:15 PM.
📍 Venue: Seaburn Stack
🎟 Tickets: Table £600 | Individual £60
Join for a fantastic evening packed with fun, music, and memories—all in support of a great cause!
For more info or to book, email [email protected] or call 0191 5227113.
Don’t miss out—secure your spot today! Headway Wearside

Address

Washington Millennium Centre, The Oval
Concord
NE372QD

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 1pm

Telephone

+441915227113

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