brainstrust patient and carer events
Our Thrive with brainstrust events will help you live better with a brain tumour. Below you can find information about upcoming webinars and meetups, both online and face-to-face. Filter by Patient and Carer events to see what’s happening this month. If you have any questions about our supportive events or would like to book a coaching session, please email hello@brainstrust.org.uk
Meningioma matters – Thurs 24th Oct 13.00
We know how hard it is living with a meningioma, whether you’re a patient or a caregiver. We’d love to hear how you are getting on, what you’re struggling with. Conversation is one of life’s sweetest joys. Good conversation is not just a fringe benefit – it’s the means by which we stay sane, contented […]
Managing Fatigue Workshop – Mon 28th Oct 14.00
Do you suffer with fatigue? We’ll help you to understand and manage your fatigue so that you can thrive, not just survive.
Hypnotherapy for “Scanxiety” – Tues 29th Oct 14.00
Are you struggling with the overwhelming anxiety that comes with waiting for medical scan results? You’re not alone. “Scanxiety” is a profound experience shared by many, but there’s a powerful way to navigate this emotional journey. Our ground-breaking workshop will empower you with the tools to manage and transform your scan anxiety.
Your space. Your voice. Time to write! Session 4 – Weds 30th Oct 14.30
New to journaling? Expert diarist? Keen to give writing a go? Just curious? Let’s get writing together. Everyone is welcome!
Colloid Cyst Group – Thurs 31st Oct 13.00
We know that having a colloid cyst diagnosis can feel isolating and information is often hard to find. Come along to this relaxed virtual meetup to connect with others that really get it. There’s no agenda – grab a cuppa and pop along to say hello.
Tea and a wee blether – Tues Nov 5th 12.00
Grab a cuppa and come and join us for tea and a wee blether!! Here you’ll have the opportunity to meet, chat and connect with others in our community. It’s for anyone affected by a brain tumour diagnosis, and just like our face-to-face meetups it is a warm, welcoming safe space for you. There’s no […]
November Art Time – Weds 6th Nov 10.30am
Take a couple of hours out of your day to discover how painting can be a wonderful mindful activity, allowing stresses and worries to fade into the background as you focus on the task at hand. Grab your art materials – pencils, paints or anything else – and join us to see how creativity can […]
Living with a low grade glioma – Weds 6th Nov 16.00
Living with a low grade glioma brain tumour brings about its own challenges. Not only do you have to live with the symptoms that these tumours can bring (epilepsy has a high prevalence rate) but also the uncertain trajectory of a low grade glioma. By low grade we mean grade 2 tumours, and those that […]
High Grade Group – Thurs 7th Nov 13.00
This informal social group is just for people living with a high grade (3/4) tumour diagnosis and their supporters. There are no fixed conversation topics and no agendas. Just pop in to say hello and spend time in the same space as others who understand.
Acoustic Neuroma (Vestibular Schwannoma) Group – Fri 8th Nov 13.00
Casual and relaxed virtual meetup for those with an Acoustic Neuroma diagnosis , their carers and families.
Meningioma Matters – Fri 22nd Nov 13.00
Come along and have a virtual cuppa and a chat with others living with a meningioma diagnosis.
Colloid Cyst group – Thurs 28th Nov 13.00
Virtual cuppa for those with a colloid cyst diagnosis and their loved ones.