The definition of acquired brain injury (ABI) used in West Dunbartonshire Council describes a condition, which is acquired after birth (from 5 years old) and can apply to any age. It is non-progressive and caused by various traumas to the brain. Typically, this could be due to damage to brain tissue after road traffic accidents or assaults, falls, industrial or sporting accidents, poisoning, viral infections to the brain, neuro surgery or damage to blood vessels in the brain. It commonly presents special problems owing to the combination of physical, cognitive, behavioural, emotional and social difficulties arising from damage to the brain, and consequently demands intensive health care in the short-term and collaborative input from health, social work and voluntary organisations over the medium to long term.
The Acquired Brain Injury Team is based in the West Dunbartonshire Council Social Work Office at 7, Bruce Street Clydebank. The aim of the service is to develop community based integrative assessment and rehabilitation for brain injured individuals and their families. To facilitate individuals smooth transition between hospital and community where necessary by improving services and the knowledge and understanding of ABI among service users, carers and professionals.
If you would like further information on Acquired Brain Injury you can download the
Draft Information Guide - PDF (145KB).
