Hull and East Riding
Here you can find out all about news, events and services in the Hull and East Riding area.
Formally established in 2007, we are an active branch run entirely by dedicated volunteers. We run social events as well as training events for survivors, carers and professionals. We even have a branch mascot – Headway the pony.
We regularly meet twice a month and provide a variety of services. Please check our ‘what’s on’ events below to see how we can help.
What’s on
Hull Coffee Meeting
01/02/2019 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 am
Join us for a coffee and a catch up. This is an informal gathering so you can come and chat to us and other members about brain injury or anything else.
01/02/2019 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 am
Join us for a coffee and a catch up. This is an informal gathering so you can come and chat to us and other members about brain injury or anything else.
Hull Evening Meeting
20/02/2019 at 6:00 pm - 8:15 pm
We often have laid back group activities such as quizzes, bingo and building challenges. Our experienced committee members will be on hand to offer you confidential information and support in a drop-in session if you have any questions. Just pop along and say hello.
20/02/2019 at 6:00 pm - 8:15 pm
We often have laid back group activities such as quizzes, bingo and building challenges. Our experienced committee members will be on hand to offer you confidential information and support in a drop-in session if you have any questions. Just pop along and say hello.
Hull Coffee Meeting
01/03/2019 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 am
Join us for a coffee and a catch up. This is an informal gathering so you can come and chat to us and other members about brain injury or anything else.
01/03/2019 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 am
Join us for a coffee and a catch up. This is an informal gathering so you can come and chat to us and other members about brain injury or anything else.
Local News
Huge congratulations to Susan Kyle who won the Volunteer of the Year Award sponsored by Anthony Gold Solicitors for her dedication to raising money for Headway Hull and East Riding.
Headway UK has launched a new film focussing on the experiences of two families affected by brain injury. It explores how they found out about Headway, and the help and support that the charity provided them.
Headway Hull & East Riding have been selling tickets for a Christmas raffle, and we drew it at our annual Christmas meal at the Goodfellowship Inn on 19 December 2018.
Headway Hull & East Riding’s newsletter for December is now available, just click on the link. Hero Newsletter December 2018.pdf Hard copies of the latest newsletter are available at our meetings. Check out the events section for more information.
Hull & East Riding volunteer Susan Kyle is a finalist for the Headway UK Volunteer of the Year award, and we couldn't be more proud!
Our annual Christmas tombola raised an amazing £533
Services in our area
Headway UK's 'Improving life after brain injury' leaflet.
Brain injury explained leaflet Click the link above to download Headway UK’s ‘Brain Injury Explained’ leaflet. An acquired brain injury, or ABI, refers to any injury caused to the brain since birth. A brain injury can happen to anyone, at any time and can be caused by trauma (for example following a road traffi c […]
Stroke survivors and carers who attend offer each other friendship, support, empathy and inspiration in a safe and informal environment. People can share experiences, banter, social events and encourage each other.
Welfare advice, advocacy, information, house clearance, help arranging accessible holidays, gardening and decorating help, zimmer frame and wheelchair loans