Supporting a family member after a brain injury can be overwhelming, especially in the early stages. Here are five suggestions that families we work with have found helpful.

- Keep routines simple and consistent. Predictability can reduce fatigue and anxiety for someone recovering from a brain injury.
- Allow extra time. Processing speed is often affected, so try not to rush conversations or tasks.
- Celebrate small progress. Recovery is rarely linear, and small wins matter.
- Look after yourself too. Carer fatigue is real — ask your case manager about respite options if you need them.
- Lean on the wider team. Therapists, support workers and case managers are there to help share the load, not just to manage clinical care.
Recovery isn’t just about the person who’s been injured — it’s about the whole family finding a new normal.
Signs of carer fatigue are worth watching for too, including:
- Persistent tiredness, even after rest
- Increased irritability or low mood
- Withdrawing from friends or activities you’d usually enjoy
If you’re supporting someone after a brain injury and aren’t sure where to start, our team is happy to talk through the options available.




