THE Black Country branch of the charity Headway is marking its 20th anniversary with an event next month which will bring together survivors, carers and medical professionals to discuss the challenges faced by those affected by brain injuries.

The charity’s Brain Injury Awareness Conference is being held at the University of Wolverhampton Science Park on November 8 and will focus on life after a brain injury, with those attending examining the issues that survivors, their carers and others have to consider on a daily basis.

Stephen Phipps, chief officer of Headway Black Country, said: “Survivors and their carers will share their experiences alongside professionals offering practical advice and guidance.

“Our convention marks the 20th year since Headway Black Country’s launch as a charity promoting the understanding of all aspects of brain injury and providing information, support and services for people with a brain injury, their families and carers.”

The free event is being sponsored by serious injury lawyers at Irwin Mitchell - long-time supporters of the work Headway undertakes to help brain injury survivors and their loved ones.

Katie Flatman, a specialist serious injury lawyer at Irwin Mitchell’s Birmingham office, said: “Through our work we see first-hand how serious brain injuries can affect not just victims, but also their loved ones and those around them.

“Headway Black Country does incredible work to support those living with brain injuries throughout the local area and we are delighted to be able to lend a hand to help the charity celebrate its milestone 20th anniversary.

“We are sure that this upcoming conference will provide a fantastic and important insight into the issues that those affected by brain injuries face every day.”

To book a place click here. Or for more details call 01384 869961 or email admin@headwayblackcountry.co.uk.