Anne’s Story
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Summary: The role of ABI case managers in the rehabilitation pathway in Ireland
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Fintan was just 5 years old when he acquired a brain injury.
It was completely unexpected and his entire family’s lives were turned upside down.
His Mammy, Ita was scared, overwhelmed and devastated.
Fintan’s life had changed, forever.
Ita’s life had changed, forever.
Their family had changed, forever.
— Ita
And one day, Ita found Acquired Brain Injury Ireland and the On With Life programme.
Here, she found other parents living the same experience.
Here, she found understanding.
Here, she found hope.
An act of generosity today can help other families to find the support they desperately need following a brain injury.
After a serious cycling accident, Liam was left with memory loss, fatigue and confusion. For years, he struggled without the right support. Everything changed when he connected with Acquired Brain Injury Ireland. Through personalised rehabilitation, social connection, and a new passion for art, Liam began to rebuild his life and confidence. Now, he’s not only thriving, he’s helping others do the same.
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After a brain injury, Anne spent 12 years in a nursing home without access to rehabilitation. When she moved to Waterman’s Lodge, she began to regain choice, independence and everyday confidence. Her story shows what becomes possible when the right support is available.
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Tony was a dedicated father of five and a skilled mechanic who had spent over 30 years fixing cars and solving problems. The garage wasn’t just his workplace—it was a community where his skills were valued, and friendships were built.
Then, one ordinary workday in 2004, everything changed in an instant. A forklift tyre exploded, throwing Tony across the yard and leaving him with serious injuries—including a brain injury that would alter his life forever.
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