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[H1] Brain injury services and support in Ireland
Headway Ireland provides services in the community to people affected by a brain injury, including stroke. We are an internationally accredited organisation and a registered charity. Welcome!

[H2] We are here to help

[H2] About brain injury

[H3] Introduction to brain injury
An Acquired Brain Injury is any injury to a person’s brain that happens during their lifetime.

[H3] Introduction to the brain
Our brains are amazing! But what exactly is your brain like and how does it work?

[H3] Living with changes
Our dedicated and professional staff will assist you to build on your strengths and achieve realistic goals, wherever you are in the country.

[H2] News and Events

View all news and events

News

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April 28, 2026
[H3] Headway Advocates for Road Safety
Headway appeared before the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport last Wednesday to advocate on the topic of road safety. Traffic collisions are major source […]

News

March 2, 2026
[H3] Headway Harriers Run Once Again
The Headway Harriers are running once again to support Headway Limerick…

Events
News

February 24, 2026
[H3] Family Member Survey – we want your feedback!
Family Members, Please take our survey to help us improve our service!

Home » Contact Us

[H1] Contact Us

[H2] Brain Injury Support in Ireland
Do you have questions or are you not sure where to start? Here’s how you can contact Headway. Our Information and Support team will be happy to deal with your query whichever way you want to talk to us. Use the form below, send us an email, try the live chat here on the website or telephone us on Freephone 1800 400 478.
We are here to help.
See here for more on how our Information and Support Team can assist you.

[H2] Ways to contact us

[H3] Call Freephone: 1800 400 478
(Lines open Monday to Friday 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm)
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[H3] Send us email on
helpline@headway.ie

[H2] Dublin

[H4] Dublin Head Office and Rehabilitation Centre
Services:
Vocational, Long Term, Skills Devpt, Community Programmes, Psychology and Family Support and Information
Headway Dublin,
Blackhall Green,
off Blackhall Place, D07 RX67
Blackhall: 01 604 0800
Learn More

[H4] Clondalkin Training Centre (Dublin)
Services:
Skills Devpt
Clondalkin: 01 405 6951
Learn More

[H4] Sandymount Centre (Dublin)
Services:
Long Term Programmes
Sandymount: 01 218 0744
Learn More

[H4] Finglas Training Centre (Dublin)
Services:
Skills Devpt
Finglas: 01 844 3257
Learn More

[H4] Kildare Training Centre (Dublin)
Services:
Rehabilitative Training, Community Rehabilitation
Kildare: 0874303123
Learn More

[H2] Cork

[H4] Cork Rehabilitation Centre Ballincolling
Services:
Long Term, Community Programmes, Social Work and Family Support and Information
Ballincollig: 021 487 1303
Learn More

[H4] Cork Rehabilitation Centre Carrigrohane
Services:
Vocational, Skill Devpt, Community, Psychological and Family Support, Information
Carrigrohane: 021 434 7625

Learn More

[H4] Mallow Centre, Cobh Centre
Services:
Long Term Programmes
Phone Ballincollig: 021 487 1303
Learn More

[H2] Kerry

[H4] Kerry Centre
Services:
Psychological and Family Support, Information
Tralee: 087 6673857
Learn More

[H2] Limerick

[H4] Mid West Rehabilitation Center Limerick
Services:
Vocational, Skills Devpt, Long Term, Community Programmes, Psychological Services, Family Support and Information
Limerick: 061 469 306
Learn More

[H2] Carlow

[H4] Carlow Centre
Services:
Information and Family Support
Carlow: 059 913 4029
Learn More

[H1] View our Services

Our aim is to help people rebuild their lives after a brain injury by providing rehabilitation and specialist support services. If you have a brain injury, we want to support you to make the most of your potential, improve your level of independence and your quality of life. If you are a family member, Headway also provides support groups and counselling for you. You can also download a document about the scope of our services here.

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[H2] Services for people with brain injury
We offer a range of person-centred services to assist you to rebuild your life based on an assessment of your needs and your own goals for recovery. Find out what we have on this page.

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[H2] Supports for Family Members
We know that when someone has a brain injury, it doesn’t just affect them, but affects you as their family member. Find out what services Headway can provide to family members.

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[H2] Psychology Services
A brain injury can affect your psychological well-being. Find out how our team of psychologists, neuropsychologists and counsellors can help.

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[H2] Group and Social Rehabilitation
The aim of these day rehabilitation programmes is to maximise your ability to live as independently as possible.

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[H2] Courses and Skills Training
Brain Injury training programmes focus on your ability to compensate for changes following injury, as well as on your educational and vocational goals.

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[H2] Getting Back to Work
Our Headway vocational teams work with you to overcome barriers to entering and succeeding in the workforce or other chosen occupation, such as volunteering.

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[H2] Independence in the Community
Our Individual Community Rehabilitation services give you the opportunity to become as independent as possible in your local community.

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[H2] Information, support and resources
Our Information and Support Team are here to provide advice and support, information about services, as well as practical resources to help you manage after a brain injury.

Home » Services by Region

[H1] Services by Region

See the breakdown of our services by region and find out which services we have in our various locations.

[H2] Dublin

[H4] Dublin Head Office and Rehabilitation Centre
Services:
Vocational, Long Term, Skills Devpt, Community Programmes, Psychology and Family Support and Information
Headway Dublin,
Blackhall Green,
off Blackhall Place, D07 RX67
Blackhall: 01 604 0800
Learn More

[H4] Clondalkin Training Centre (Dublin)
Services:
Skills Devpt
Clondalkin: 01 405 6951
Learn More

[H4] Sandymount Centre (Dublin)
Services:
Long Term Programmes
Sandymount: 01 218 0744
Learn More

[H4] Finglas Training Centre (Dublin)
Services:
Skills Devpt
Finglas: 01 844 3257
Learn More

[H4] Kildare Training Centre (Dublin)
Services:
Rehabilitative Training, Community Rehabilitation
Kildare: 0874303123
Learn More

[H2] Cork

[H4] Cork Rehabilitation Centre Ballincolling
Services:
Long Term, Community Programmes, Social Work and Family Support and Information
Ballincollig: 021 487 1303
Learn More

[H4] Cork Rehabilitation Centre Carrigrohane
Services:
Vocational, Skill Devpt, Community, Psychological and Family Support, Information
Carrigrohane: 021 434 7625

Learn More

[H4] Mallow Centre, Cobh Centre
Services:
Long Term Programmes
Phone Ballincollig: 021 487 1303
Learn More

[H2] Kerry

[H4] Kerry Centre
Services:
Psychological and Family Support, Information
Tralee: 087 6673857
Learn More

[H2] Limerick

[H4] Mid West Rehabilitation Center Limerick
Services:
Vocational, Skills Devpt, Long Term, Community Programmes, Psychological Services, Family Support and Information
Limerick: 061 469 306
Learn More

[H2] Carlow

[H4] Carlow Centre
Services:
Information and Family Support
Carlow: 059 913 4029
Learn More

[H1] Apply for Services

Find out who can apply for services and how to go about applying for Headway services below. If you need any help, please contact our Helpline on 1800 400 478. We will guide you through the process.
[H2] Who can apply?
We will accept a referral from you or your family member or carer or professional working on your behalf.
You must have  evidence of an Acquired Brain Injury, including stroke.  When we receive your form, we consult your medical records. This is to obtain further information about the nature of your brain injury.
Generally, you must be aged 18 and above. Some strands of our services are limited to those under 65 years. This is because of funding restrictions and service appropriateness. We will outline any age restrictions clearly with you.
You must be medically stable.  Headway does not administer or monitor any invasive medical procedures (e.g. feeding tubes, Foley catheters, injections etc.).
You must be motivated and able to engage with the process of rehabilitation.
[H2] The Process
Use one of the forms below to apply for Headway services. When we receive your form we will send you an acknowledgement within two weeks. We then look for evidence of a brain injury from your medical history. When we have done that, we invite you to an initial appointment with us. This will be with a family member, carer, partner or other person who knows you well. This is your chance to say what type of help you are looking for. It is our chance to meet you and establish how best we will be able to help you. We encourage you to discuss any concerns with us. We will explain uur services to you fully at the appointment.
Headway provides services for people whose main difficulty is their or their loved one’s brain injury and associated recovery. We consider each referral individually. We do not usually work with people whose main difficulties are not related to their brain injury. Where the main difficulty is not clear from the referral form, we will invite you to attend a Needs Assessment. We will make the decision regarding the most appropriate service(s) following this assessment.
Some people have complex needs which mean that our rehabilitation services are not necessarily appropriate. Some people may have their needs better met in another service. For example, addiction treatment programme, mental health services, intellectual disability service or older adult/dementia service. In these cases, we will provide you with information about appropriate agencies. You may engage with Headway again in the future as soon as you are able to benefit fully from rehabilitation.
[H2] Application forms
Services in Dublin and the surrounding areas(for people with Brain Injury)
Download the application form in pdf.
[H6] Application/Referral form (Dublin)
Download PDF
Services in the Mid West Region(Clare, Limerick, North Tipperary – for people with Brain Injury)
The information on this form will be shared with the Mid West Referrals Committee, with your permission. This is to ensure that your needs are appropriately met with the correct service. This committee comprises representatives from Headway, HSE, Acquired Brain Injury Ireland (ABII) and the Community Neuro Rehabilitation Team (CRT). The purpose of this committee is to ensure that your needs are met with the correct service. This may be through any or a combination of the agencies listed.
[H6] Application/Referral form (Mid West)
Download PDF
Services in the Southern Region(Cork and Kerry for people with Brain Injury)
Download the form in pdf format.
[H6] Application/Referral form (Southern)
Download PDF
Services for Family Members(all regions)
Download the form in pdf format.
[H6] Application/Referral form (Family Members)
Download PDF

[H1] Publications and Resources

News
Resources

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December 3, 2025
[H3] Our Oasis – Song
Our Oasis: Life after injury expressed in song We’re proud to share something very close to our hearts: an original song called Our Oasis. […]

News
Resources

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May 23, 2024
[H3] The Headway Podcast!
Find out about the origins of the new Headway Podcast about Living with Brain Injury!

Resources

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[H3] Interactive Remote Learning
Learn at your own pace using our suite of interactive e-learning courses.

Publications

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[H3] Publications for Families
This booklet is written with family members in mind. It covers many of the issues and challenges faced by families after brain injury.

Publications

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[H3] Living with Brain Injury Booklets
The living with brain injury suite is written to give you relevant information that you may need on your journey.

Publications

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[H3] Leaflets and Flyers
Flyers and Posters

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