Lived Experience

Tips on how to stay positive after a brain injury

A lot of the time, being positive after a brain injury is difficult, but it’s definitely worth the effort. Here are Brooke Trotter's tips on how to stay positive after a brain injury.

My typical day: Living with a Spinal Cord Injury

Discover a day in the life of Lauren Doherty, living with a Spinal Cord Injury. From morning routines to work and leisure activities, find out how she navigates daily challenges with a well-established routine.

Have things changed for wheelchair users? 

In this article, Jonathan Fogerty asks 'Have things improved for wheelchair users over the years or not?'

My experience of “accessible” hotel rooms!

In this blog post, Jonathan Fogerty shares his recent experience with wheelchair accessible hotel rooms.

The importance of mental and physical wellbeing after a brain injury

Michelle Munt talks about the importance of mental and physical wellbeing after sustaining a brain injury

Strategies for coping with a mild brain injury during COVID-19

Anna Leggett shares the things she has learnt and what you can do that may help to improve your quality of life during this difficult time.

Getting lost after a brain injury

Having difficulties finding your way around after a brain injury is common. In this blog post, Brooke Trotter recounts his experiences of getting lost after sustaining a brain injury.

Fashion, clothing and accessories: Living with a Spinal Cord Injury

Explore Lauren Doherty's journey in navigating fashion post-spinal cord injury. Discover her tips and insights on clothing choices, accessories, and maintaining confidence through style.

Helping a brain injury survivor with brain fog

Brain fog is a symptom that plagues lots of brain injury survivors. It’s not a medical term, but it’s a widely used description of when you are experiencing cognitive difficulties

What really happens when you wake up out of a coma

Brooke Trotter details the moments after he woke up from a coma. I can’t tell you much about what it’s like being in a coma, but the aftermath I can.

Accepting and living with a Spinal Cord Injury

Jonathan reflects on his time since his spinal cord injury, he talks about the research for a cure and the advice he gives to anyone newly spinal cord injured.

Meet CFG Law’s latest guest writer: Anna Leggett

Discover Anna Leggett's journey of overcoming a traumatic brain injury after a car accident. Learn how she navigates through symptoms, medical challenges, and the importance of finding support and resources.