Welcome to Headway Plymouth
Who are we?
Headway Plymouth is an independent, non-profit charity with over 35 years of experience in supporting individuals, families and carers affected by acquired brain injury (and the professionals who work with them).
Our mission is to help survivors regain independence and improve their quality of life through specialist social and cognitive rehabilitation and re-enablement.
We provide tailored support for adults with brain injuries, as well as respite and guidance for their families and carers. Our services include centre-based rehabilitation, group programmes and one-to-one outreach support – all designed to promote independence, self-esteem and overall well-being.
What’s Happening at Headway Plymouth?
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Today, one of our team had the privilege of meeting and chatting with former professional rugby player David ‘Jacko’ Jackson.
Craig, Headway Plymouth CEO, is also a co-event director at Exmouth parkrun and was delighted to learn that Jacko will visit Exmouth parkrun this Saturday as he attempts a world-record-breaking endurance challenge by completing 100 ultramarathons in 100 consecutive days.
Jacko, who lives in North West Wales, hopes to raise £1 million for brain injury charities Headway UK and Head for Change with his challenge, titled ‘Mission IN-possible’.
Starting out on May 29, Jacko is completing an ultramarathon - 50km - every day for an astonishing 100 consecutive days!
With Exmouth parkrun forming part of this Saturday’s ultra, Jacko will be completing consecutive day number 72 and will be just 9 days away from establishing a new men’s world record.
In 2013, his professional rugby career was abruptly ended by a traumatic brain injury. The road to recovery was uncertain, and at times, normal life felt impossible.
A huge part of Jacko’s recovery involved running and breathwork, tools that helped him rebuild both body and mind. But he is acutely aware that not everyone affected by brain injury has the same access to recovery, rehabilitation, or long-term support.
“I’ve experienced first-hand what recovery can look like - and I’ve also seen what happens when people don’t get that chance.
“That’s why this challenge is for Headway UK and Head for Change - and for the people whose lives are changed forever by brain injury.”
Full story at:
www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1mykgp24kzo?app-referrer=deep-link
Donate at:
givestar.io/gs/mission-in-possible-2-marathons-a-day-for-100-days
Letters from Louise - July 2026
Our wonderful client Louise has, once again, dedicated a lot of time and effort to journalling her way through the host of activities she enjoyed across the month of July. Thanks Louise – they’re always a lovely read – despite what you say about Craig!
Click on the link below to enjoy Louise’s latest blog.
headwayplymouth.org.uk/2026/08/04/letters-from-louise-july-2026/
With rain in Plymouth today (the plants desperately needed it) - how great to have the day brightened up by this lovely post from our great friends at the Doocey Group.
Eternal thanks again to all the team who gave some much time and effort to support Headway Plymouth and Babcock International Group create our first ever outside garden space.
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The amazing Jeremy Carr completes his fundraising challenge for Headway Plymouth
He did it! And he did it in the heat
Jeremy smashed his fundraising cycling challenge at the Dartmoor Classic.
Jeremy is the incredible survivor of a brain aneurysm on 30 April 2025. Last month, in the sweltering heat, he took on the challenge of a 45 mile cycle ride across Dartmoor to raise vital funds for Headway Plymouth.
You can still support Jeremy and Headway Plymouth by scanning the QR code on the poster or clicking on the link below to make a donation (don’t forget to add Gift Aid).
Please support Jeremy and Headway Plymouth by scanning the QR code on the poster or clicking here to make a donation (don’t forget to add Gift Aid).
- Letters from Louise – July 2026
Our wonderful client Louise has, once again, dedicated a lot of time and effort to journalling her way through the host of activities she enjoyed across the month of July. Thanks Louise – they’re always a lovely read – despite what you say about Craig! Friday 3rd July 2026 – Cooking Time Sarah, who is a … Continued - Headway’s Summer Newsletter is Out Now
As always, this issue brings together the stories, achievements and voices that make the Headway community so special, and this season, there is certainly plenty to celebrate. - Our Garden Opening Day is a huge success
On Friday 17th July we celebrated the opening of our new and first ever garden space at Headway House. From planning meetings in January, to groundworks in March, to carpentry in May, planting in June and our grand opening party on 17th July. It’s been six months of joyful team work and growing excitement across … Continued
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Devonport Centre Opening Hours
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Thursdays are dedicated to our peer support groups which typically take place from 1030 – 1230. Please check our Peer Support page for details of groups, dates and times.
