As the darker evenings draw in and Bonfire Night lights up the November sky, we're looking forward to another month of opportunities for brain injury survivors, family members, carers and supporters to connect, socialise and support one another.

Following the continued success of our previous Study Days, we are looking forward to welcoming professionals from across the brain injury and rehabilitation community for another day of learning, collaboration and networking.

🧠 October Drop‑In Round‑Up: Community, Conversation and the Power of Volunteers Our 1st Wednesday drop‑in session on 7th October 2026 brought members together once again at our usual venue, Lindley Methodist Church Centre on East Street, Lindley, for an evening of connection, support and shared experience. These sessions remain at the heart of Headway Huddersfield & District — a space where people affected by brain injury can meet others who truly understand. Digital Inclusi

We hope you can join us for friendship, support, relaxation, and plenty of seasonal fun this month. Whether you're a survivor, family member, or carer, you'll always find a warm welcome at Headway Huddersfield & District. 💙

🎸 Community Rocks: Highlights from Our 3rd Annual Study Day On Wednesday 30th September 2026, Headway Huddersfield & District welcomed professionals, survivors, families, and partners to our 3rd Annual Study Day – “Community Rocks”, held at the 3M Buckley Innovation Centre at the University of Huddersfield. It was an afternoon dedicated to learning, connection, and celebrating the strength of community rehabilitation across Calderdale and Kirklees. A Huge Thank You to Our Sp

Today we open the doors to the Headway Huddersfield & District 3rd Study Day, celebrating learning, collaboration and the incredible professionals who support our brain injury community across Calderdale, Kirklees and beyond. We’re delighted to welcome delegates to an afternoon packed with expert speakers, exhibitors, networking opportunities and practical insights you can take straight back into your work.

Meet the Exhibitors Powering Our 3rd Study Day: Community Rocks On 30 September 2026, the doors of the 3M Buckley Innovation Centre will open to welcome delegates to the Headway Huddersfield & District 3rd Study Day — an afternoon dedicated to learning, connection, and celebrating the incredible work happening across the brain injury community. From 12 noon to 5pm, delegates will step into a vibrant exhibition space filled with professional stands, friendly faces, and plenty

And right now, we’re looking for new volunteers to help us continue this vital work. You don’t need specialist skills. You don’t need lots of time. Just two hours a month can make a real difference.

Thank You to France + Associates for a Fantastic Golf Fundraising Day On Thursday 10th September 2026, France + Associates hosted a brilliant Golf Fundraising Day at Bradley Hall Golf Club in Halifax, bringing together teams, sponsors and supporters for a day of friendly competition — all in aid of three charities: Headway Huddersfield & District, Little Hiccups, and Day One Trauma. We are incredibly grateful to have been chosen as one of the beneficiaries. Every pound raised

Kate and her team created an environment where everyone felt safe, encouraged and able to take part at their own pace. The adapted canoeing session lasted over an hour, giving participants time to settle into the rhythm of the water, build trust in the equipment and enjoy the sense of freedom that comes with being outdoors.

Caring for someone with a brain injury can be life‑changing. At Headway Huddersfield & District, we know that when a person sustains a brain injury, the impact extends far beyond the individual — it affects partners, parents, children, friends and the wider family network. Carers often find themselves navigating new responsibilities, unfamiliar challenges and emotional strain, sometimes overnight.

Our Study Day brings together professionals, survivors, families, carers and anyone with an interest in brain injury rehabilitation, support and community development across Calderdale and Kirklees. It’s an opportunity to learn, connect and explore the services available locally — all for just £35.

Our 1st Wednesday events are free, welcoming and open to anyone affected by brain injury, as well as those who simply want to support community across Calderdale and Kirklees. Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning each month, you’ll always find a friendly space to connect, share and take part.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters, sponsors, and everyone who joined us on the night, we have raised an outstanding £5,274.14 — the highest amount ever raised at a Headway Huddersfield & District Summer Ball.

September brings a full and varied programme of activities for our Headway Huddersfield & District community. Whether you’re joining us for peer support, wellbeing, outdoor activities or professional learning, this month offers something for everyone — members, families, volunteers, and anyone with an interest in supporting people living with the effects of brain injury.

Whether your background is clinical, community‑based, technical or organisational, your expertise could play a vital role in shaping the future of our charity.

August Members Outing: A Behind‑the‑Scenes Visit to Huddersfield Fire Station Our August 3rd‑Wednesday outing took us to Huddersfield Fire Station, where members enjoyed an engaging and informative tour hosted by the team at West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service. The visit offered a rare opportunity to explore behind the scenes of a working fire station. Members were shown around the canteen, rest rooms, equipment store and the rear yard, gaining insight into the day‑to‑day en

Headway Huddersfield & District is pleased to share an important development in our ongoing work to strengthen and secure long‑term brain injury support across the region.

Our committee met on Tuesday 4 August to review recent activities, plan upcoming events, and continue strengthening support for brain injury survivors across Huddersfield & Halifax, in Calderdale and Kirklees.

The day will bring together leading professionals in brain injury rehabilitation alongside powerful lived‑experience voices from survivors and families. Together, we’ll look at how communities can support recovery, resilience and reconnection.