Blooming Marvellous... what will you be doing this summer?

The previews of The Chelsea Flower Show have been filling our TV screens today and the glorious displays remind us of a group trip we took to Capel Manor Gardens in North London....




which is where these photos were taken...
 (in case you didn't guess)

Although the weather isn't exactly summery just yet, we are starting to see a whole range of wonderful outdoor events taking place all over the capital.

Everything from Marathon and fun runs to family days out, there is plenty to do and see...

 Headway North London will be holding our annual summer picnic fun event this August as usual. This is traditionally a picnic event - we set up a picnic table and bring the food, play some games, a little music (not too loud of course)  and generally have fun...  We are happy to be outside - the only issues we have are the weather which lets face can be a bit unpredictable (and is responsible for a many a damp  or even washed out summer BBQ party ) so while a park would be fine if the weather behaves,  we do need to have the option of moving under shelter if the skies open and the rain falls. We are currently looking for possible venues in  the general North London  area so if you have any ideas or suggestions  please do let us know , we would love to hear from you.


So what are you doing in North London this summer?
If you are thinking about taking part in a summer fun event and would like to help with raising awareness of or funds for the work of Headway North London we would love to hear from you - please just  drop us a line

We Own the Night - Running for Headway North London

Terri Morris - daughter of Headway North London member Diane - is taking part in the We Own The Night  women's 10k run in Victoria Park this evening Saturday  at 7.30pm to raise awareness and funds for Headway North London. Internet glitches (these things happen at the most inconvenient times) meant a delay in posting but hopefully you will still be able to support this. If you would like to support Terri and the other runners the event is in Victoria Park in East London and starts at 7.30pm. Entry  is free. The nearest tube is Bethnal Green

If you would like to support Terri in her fund raising endeavours you can make a donation by going to our secure donations page HERE. You can also donate via TEXT Donate by SMS to support Headway North London. Simply text "HWNL01" and either "£5" or "£10" to 70070. Texts are free to send and all money goes to HWNL.

We may not all be able to get there in person but we will be wishing you well every step of the way.Good Luck Terri and Thank You!

Cinema Visit

Headway North London are off to the cinema tomorrow, Friday 17th May.

We're meeting at 2pm in the coffee shop of the Tricycle Theatre which is at 269 Kilburn High Road, NW6 7JR

We'll be watching The Great Gatsby which starts at 2.30pm. Our ticket includes entry and a hot drink.
Prices: £6
Concessions £5.50
Brent residents £5

Everyone is welcome and we would love to see you there.

Hats for Headway

While Action for Brain Injury Week is a great way to raise awareness of brain injury and its effects, there is still plenty of time to have fun - and what better way than with Hats for Headway Day!

Wear your hat for Headway North London

Make a donation to Headway North London

Help improve life after brain injury.

Everyone can take part in this enjoyable and simple way to help Headway and have fun at the same time!

Why not get your school, office or organisation to sign up? You could even organise an in-house competition among your friends or colleagues to see who has the biggest, brightest, wackiest or weirdest hat.

So get out your fanciest hat and get involved!

If you would like to share photos of you and your friends wearing your Hats for Headway North London please email them to us 

Get out your hats and your smiles and have fun!

Annual General Meeting

It's official business this month as we hold our Annual General Meeting. Come along on to hear about our progress, vote for members of the board of trustees (paid up members each have a vote) and support the group.

Besides the official business we'll have an opportunity to learn about and join in discussions  about the future plans for Headway North London. It is your group, it is there for you, you make it what it is so please do join us and share your views. We are really keen to hear about what you think.

As always, everyone is welcome so please feel free to join us and why not bring family and friends along too.

Date: Wednesday 15 May 2013
Time: 7pm – 9pm
Place: Crossfield Centre, Fairhazel Gardens, NW6 

Hope to see you there!

Looking forward to Action for Brain Injury week

Action for Brain Injury Week

13th - 19th May 2013

This year's Action for Brain Injury Week (ABI Week) will see the launch of a positive campaign aimed at GPs to assist them with diagnosing and appropriately signposting patients and carers affected by the often hidden aspects of brain injury.

The aim of this campaign is to develop stronger working relationships with GPs and new commissioning groups. By providing information and resources, we want to help GPs better identify patients who may be affected by brain injury and ensure they are subsequently referred to appropriate services.

Brain injury is often referred to as a  hidden disability and can lead to difficulties in diagnosis. Many people affected report to us that they have had difficulty in accessing appropriate care and support, despite presenting their problems to their GP. 

We know that the majority of GPs provide first-rate care to those presenting  with symptoms which indicate that brain injury is, or could be, the reason behind their issues and we hope to  highlight best practice by creating GP Champions across the UK. By providing resources and information to assist GPs, we hope to improve the standard of care being provided to those affected by brain injury across the UK.

Please help us to spread the word by following us on social media...you can find us on Facebook and Twitter and we would be delighted if you would like and follow us as we continue to try to raise awareness of these very important issues.

                

  

Thanks Colleen

HUGE THANKS to Colleen for her wonderful efforts in the London Marathon...  Colleen did brilliantly and  her fundraising page tells the story of just how well she did in exceeding her target of £500.

143%

 

£717.42raised of £500.00 target

33donations

Colleen writes...

POST-MARATHON UPDATE: The day was great, and London was at its best: cheering, supporting, handing out jelly babies and orange slices to needy runners -- generosity of spirit and action. Felt an affinity with the Headway runners I saw, and am very grateful for your collective support of an important cause. Thank you.

xx Colleen

Thanks to Colleen and to all who supported her, Headway North London is really grateful for your support.