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, 17th July, we celebrate Clare’s Day! Join us in remembering the legacy of Clare Milne and her incredible work to support people living with acquired brain injuries in Devon and Cornwall.
Headway Plymouth were privileged to receive a vital award from the The Clare Milne Trust in 2023 to launch our hospital liaison project which still thrives in the Derriford and Mount Gould Hospitals today. Now we support hundreds of clients and families at the start of their new lives with a brain injury.
Last year we received further funding from the Trust to support our activities, peer support and education programs - culminating, today, in the opening of our new garden space.
What better a day to celebrate the legacy of a wonderful woman who has inspired such wonderful collaboration around our charity.
The generosity of the Clare Milne Trust has truly played a crucial role in our journey to become the dynamic, multi service charity we are today - and we could not be more grateful.
claremilnetrust.com/2026/07/10/clares-day-i-17-july-2026/
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We’re looking for great new Trustees who can add value to our amazing existing board by offering additional skills and expertise around corporate partnerships, finance, fundraising and communications.
Could you fit the bill and join a charity that continues to grow and develop its services to support more patients, families, carers and professionals in Plymouth and beyond.
Interested?
Email us at ceo@headwayplymouth.org.uk
Another busy day at Headway House yesterday.
We ventured out into our beautiful Devonport Park with Laura from Nature Plymouth who was our guide to spotting as many different species of butterfly as possible.
We saw loads - and reckon that we found about five different types (out of 59) in the UK!
When we returned we ticked off the species we’d found on our charts and then used some watercolour paints recreate what we’d seen.
Pete also got some paints out and gave our pathway a spruce up!
We were so sad to say goodbye to James, who has been such a wonderful part of our centre community - as he relocates to a lovely new home in another part of Devon.
James, we hope that you can still find a way to come and visit us as we’ll all miss your ever smiling face!
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 – May 2026
Here’s the latest blog from our amazing client, Louise, who reflects on activities at Headway Plymouth in May. Friday 1st May – Mindful Art Club CIC Well, it was a lovely sunny day today and everyone seemed to be in a good place when Emma did the rounds, along with some mindfulness, of course. We … Continued - Letters from Louise – April 2026Here’s the latest blog our wonderful client, Louise – who’s updated us on activities at Headway Plymouth in April 2026. Wednesday 1st April 2026 – Chill Time at Headway As you already know, this isn’t one of my usual days here. However, as it’s Good Friday in a couple of days and Headway will be … Continued
- Karen Triumphs in her 2026 London Marathon Challenge
She’s only gone and done it. In hot hot conditions and with “less than perfect training” (her words), Karen has completed her first mass participation road marathon and what a doozy to start with. The most finishers in the fastest competitive marathon ever! We hope you had the most unforgettable day and an experience that … Continued
What’s On?
Devonport Centre Opening Hours
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
By Appointment only
0900 – 1500
0900 – 1500
1000 – 1400
0900 – 1500
Closed
Closed
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.
