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Headway Guernsey has received £9,730 from CI Lottery funds with that money directly benefiting at least 70 people in the island.
Each of those people have an individual story of how they have lived with or suffered a brain injury with Headway Guernsey helping them in numerous ways.
The charity says that brain injury survivors and their families typically speak of feeling lost or alone with it helping its members work towards regaining "confidence, a sense of worth, mobility, learn to walk again, drive again and on occasions return to work".
The almost £10k grant was awarded to Headway Guernsey by the Social Investment Fund which allocates money raised through the Channel Islands (CI) Lottery to local good causes.
The £9,730 awarded to Headway will be paying for a "homely, comfortable and non-clinical hub to enable the delivery of lifeline services to over 70 people in Guernsey".
Pictured: Bethan Batiste recently spoke to Express about her experiences of epilepsy and a brain tumour, and how Headway Guernsey supported her through her recovery.
Trustee and Executive Director of Headway Guernsey, Philippa Stahelin, said this permanent centre will mean the charity can extend essential support at the point of need without a waiting list.
Before Headway Guernsey acquired Headway House, she said it could only run half the number of sessions that they do now.
“The support from CI Lottery and the Social Investment Fund is a lifeline for our members," says Ms Stahelin.
"This funding means that we can offer a safe and comfortable space at Headway House for individuals recovering from serious brain injuries, where they can rebuild their lives and regain their independence. Our programmes are designed to empower them in regaining skills they may have lost and to create a strong support network in a confidential and nurturing environment. We are truly grateful for this funding, which helps us to make a tangible and positive impact on the lives of dozens of Islanders in Guernsey."
Pictured: Headway Guernsey offers numerous support sessions for its members.
The hub is used for support sessions for brain injury survivors, their families and carers who are all living with "the long-term effects of serious acquired neurological injuries".
Some of the support services are group cognitive, social and independent life skills sessions for people who have received head trauma in accidents, had a stroke, been assaulted, suffered meningitis, and more.
Jon Taylor, Presiding Officer of the CI Lottery said this all makes Headway a very worthwhile cause to support.
“Lottery tickets represent more than just a chance to win; they represent an opportunity to make a real, measurable difference in people's lives through funded charitable projects.
"Headway Guernsey is one of hundreds of charities transforming Islanders’ lives and we’re pleased to be able to support organisations like them. The CI Lottery is committed to building a stronger community and supporting those most in need across the Channel Islands.”
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