Munster v Connacht - Charity Match St. Stephen's Day
Munster Rugby have nominated the Munster v Connacht game in Thomond Park Stadium on St Stephens Day as a “Charity match” with the objective of raising as much funds as possible for their three nominated charities.
Munster Rugby will donate a fixed amount and an additional €1 from every programme sold on the day. As an incentive to purchase the €5 programme our sponsors have donated some amazing prizes that will be won on the night. Fifteen programmes will feature a winning ticket and a number of the prizes will be raffled in the Thomond Suite. All raising additional funds for charity.
All money raised will be split equally between Acquired Brain Injury Ireland, Motor Neurone Disease, and CROSS.
To purchase a ticket for the Munster v Connacht on 26th December2011 visit the Munster Rugby Website. www.munsterrugby.ie
Acquired Brain injury Ireland is nominated
Munster Rugby Charity of the Year!
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland is delighted to announce their new relationship with Munster Rugby as their Charity of the year; along with C.R.O.S.S. (funding Cancer research at St. James’s Hospital) and Motor Neuron Research Ireland.
Nominated by ABI Ireland ambassador John Fogarty, and supported by current Munster player Denis Leamy, ABI Ireland are honoured to be chosen as an affiliated charity and look forward to working with the team at Munster Rugby in the coming months. Throughout 2012 we will be working with Munster Rugby to raise both funds, and the profile, of Acquired Brain Injury Ireland. Watch this space to keep up to date with our ongoing activities, and see how you too can join in!!
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ABI and the CARER – One Day Conference
17th November 2011
ABI Ireland host Acquired Brain Injury Information and Education Day, Citywest Hotel, Dublin
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland has teamed up with some of the leading ABI Neuro-Rehabilitation specialists within Ireland and the UK to bring about a one-day education and information event, ABI and the Carer, to those caring for someone living with an Acquired Brain Injury.
Building on the success of a two year programme ‘Brain Aware’, carried out by ABI Ireland nationwide between 2009-2011, this one-day event has provided family carers and Healthcare Professionals the opportunity to take part in a mixture of presentations and workshops, addressing important issues related to Acquired Brain Injury Neuro-Rehabilitation, and the role or the carer.
19th October 2011
GAA and ABI Ireland Launch Concussion Awareness Campaign
The GAA Backs ABI Ireland’s Mind Your Head Campaign Educating Players about the Signs and Symptoms of Concussion
The GAA has teamed up with brain injury specialists Acquired Brain Injury Ireland to back their Mind Your Head campaign; educating players about the signs and symptoms of Concussion, through an Educational Concussion Poster Campaign. This poster campaign will be distributed to over 2,000 GAA clubs throughout the country, reaching out to all players of every age and level.
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29th September 2011
Minister Kathleen Lynch launches Acquired Brain Injury Awareness Cards; Educating Society about a Misunderstood Injury
Minister Kathleen Lynch T.D. Minister for Disability and Mental Health, today officially launched Acquired Brain Injury Awareness Cards to shine a light on the ‘hidden disability’ that is Acquired Brain Injury (ABI). These ABI Awareness Cards are a means of educating society about a misunderstood injury, through the voice of the people living with an ABI every day..
September 2011
Coca Cola Thank You Fund - WE NEED YOUR VOTE
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland are shortlisted for Coca-Cola Thank You Fund.
To celebrate 125 years Coca-Cola is donating €125,000 to the fund which will be granted to non-profit community, voluntary and charitable organisations across the island of Ireland.
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland is one of the 45 applicants who have been selected
My Legacy - Best Will in the World Week 17th to 21st October
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland have joined My Legacy -a successful joint initiative of over 60 Irish charities which aims to raise public awareness of the importance of making a will and leaving charitable bequests in wills through an on-going campaign
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12th September 2011
Tommy says Mind Your Head
Singing sensation; Tommy Fleming was in Castlebar today to support Acquired Brain Injury Ireland’s Mind Your Head campaign at their clubhouse on Chapel Street..
Thursday 8th September 2011
Soccer Legend Paul McGrath - debut album
supports Acquired Brain Injury Ireland
Soccer legend Paul McGrath is tackling the music business as his debut album is ready to hit the charts. A percentage of the proceeds will go towards Acquired Brain Injury Ireland.
The Album will be released on Friday September 23rd and will be available in supermarkets and on digital download
Check out Paul singing Goin' Back...
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SAP FUN RUN / WALK - Galway Friday 9th September 2011 at 4pm
SAP employees take to the road to help raise funds for ABI Ireland
The FUN RUN / WALK will take place on Friday 9th September at 4pm.
ABI Ireland were delighted to hear that so many employees in SAP are participating in this event.
Each participant has a fundraising card. You can also show your support by donating on line Support SAP FUN RUN GALWAY
For more information about this event contact Catherine O'Connor in SAP 087 040 3265 or our Fundraising Executive Geraldine Kiveney 087 265 9250
BRAIN AWARE - Update
Phase 1 ending - but Brain Aware to continue
The current phase of the Brain Aware Family Carer Training Project, funded by the Government through the Dormant Accounts funds and managed by Pobal, is due to end this Autumn. We are thrilled to have recently secured Government funding to help sustain ongoing provision of selected Carer training over the next three years.
ABI Ireland urges Cyclists to use their Head and Wear a Helmet
National Bike Week June 18th - 26th
Rugby Star Denis Leamy Leads out on Safety Message Read more...
RSA & ABI Ireland Urge Cyclists to Wear a Helmet
National Bike Week June 18th-26th
National Bike Week takes place from June 18th-26th and Acquired Brain Injury Ireland are urging all cyclists to ‘Mind their Head’, by wearing a helmet. Cyclists who ride their bikes without the protection of a helmet are putting themselves at risk of a serious injury Read more...
Former WWE Pro Wrestler & Sports Injury Expert talks Concussion with Brain Injury Specialists
Concussion expert and former WWE Pro Wrestler and Harvard University American footballer, Chris Nowinski, is in Ireland this week and met with Donnchadh Whelan from ABI Ireland, to discuss the issue of concussion and brain trauma management in Ireland Read more...
May 2011
Sligo Locals join forces to support concussion awareness
Sligo rugby player and Connacht Community Rugby Officer, Gavin Foley, was on hand to show his support to Acquired Brain Injury Ireland’s Concussion Awareness campaign. Read more....
Friday 4th March 2011
ABI Ireland plan to open new residential service in Drogheda, Co. Louth
We are delighted to be now working to develop a new Specialist Community Neuro-Rehabilitation Residential Service in Drogheda, Co. Louth. A recruitment campaign is now underway to transfer staff internally and to recruit a Clinical Psychologist and a team of Rehabilitation Assistants to work with our Regional Manager and Local Services Manager. Full details of the positions in the new service and the application process are available in our Careers section. Click here
Thursday 10th February 2011
Acquired ABI Ireland launches annual Fundraising Campaign 'Bake for Brain injury'. Rugby Stars Denis Leamy, Shane Jennings, John Fogarty and Bernard Jackman, along with Odlums Catherine Leyden kick-start awareness of ABI Ireland's Campaign
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland has today launched its annual fundraising campaign ‘Bake for Brain Injury’, in an effort to raise much needed funds, for those living with an Acquired Brain Injury. The ‘Bake for Brain Injury’ will take place during Brain Awareness Week from Monday 7th March to Sunday 13th March; encouraging people to bake and donate online at www.mycharity.ie/events/bake... Read Press Release... View photographs
February 2011 Rehabilitation is a Right not a request - PLEA to politicians
As campaigning for General Election 2011 has begun, Acquired Brain Injury Ireland makes its P.L.E.A to all running candidates; Rehabilitation is a Right, not a Request. It is in the hands of the government to protect the future rehabilitation of those with an acquired brain injury. As a society and by advocating effectively, your support and commitment to these persons not only benefits their own lives, but also the lives of their loved ones who are caring for them on a continuous basis.
We ask you to please advocate on behalf of acquired brain injury rehabilitation, and ABI Ireland, by making our P.L.E.A. known to every party candidate that arrives at your door this month. Read more....
Give politicians our P.L.E.A. card... Download PLEA Card for Politicians...
Monday, 31st January 2011 Acquired Brain Injury Ireland take Astellas CHANGING TOMORROW Award 2010
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland are awarded for best in ‘Hope Category’, giving carers hope for a better future. Acquired Brain Injury Irelands ‘Brain Aware Training Programme for Family Carers’ was recognised and awarded for bringing ‘Hope’ to the family carers of those with an acquired brain injury.
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ABIlity Matters Newsletter - SURVEY
ABIlity Matters Newsletter is one-year old and we would like to ensure that the newsletter is relevant to you. Please complete this survey, print off and return to us by Monday 21st February. Your opinion matters.
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Monday, 17th January 2011 'Thinking Ahead' campaign highlights health crisis in neurological care
A new campaign ‘Thinking Ahead’ highlighting the current health crisis in neurological care, launched today in a call for the prioritisation of neurological care by the next government. The campaign is driven by the Neurological Alliance of Ireland (NAI), the national umbrella organisation representing over 30 neurological charities. Read more.... www.thinkingahead.ie
