Headway Auckland enables better futures through brain injury/concussion: education, navigation & support.

At Headway, we focus on empowering individuals and communities to build skills and connections for living well after brain injury. Headway provides a range of services designed to empower individuals with brain injuries and their whānau and create inclusive and connected communities where people belong.

We provide support, navigation and education to Aucklanders affected by brain injury.
Support & Navigation

Free support & navigation services across Auckland.

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Headway members are very important to our organisation. With your support we can make a difference in the lives of people with brain injuries.
Education

Education resources, opportunities and research.

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Headway operates on a combination of funding and kind donations. Your financial support is essential for us to carry out our work.
Workplace Training

Delivery of customised workplace training

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Diary of a Head Injury

This multi-award-winning short film shares the powerful, deeply personal story of living with a brain injury. Created by Nick Worthington and Jonny Kofoed, Diary of a Head Injury brings the often unseen realities of brain injury into the light. Moving and honest, the film gives a voice to those navigating recovery and insight for those wanting to understand.

*Warning- contains coarse language & flashing lights

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Total Mobility 

The Auckland Transport (AT) Total Mobility scheme supports people with impairments to travel across Auckland in taxis and on public transport.

Headway provides Total Mobility Assessments by appointment only.

  • The Total Mobility card provides 75% discount off taxi fares.
  • You must be an Auckland resident.
  • You must have an impairment preventing you from using public transport independently
  • The impairment must last 6 months or more
  • The assessment cost is $70 and card renewal is not required

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Shaping Support for Brain Health After Sport Survey 


Headway and Dementia Northern are working with research partners at the University of Auckland and AUT to design clear information and support pathways for people worried about the long-term brain health effects after playing contact sports - including dementia, CTE and Alzheimer’s.

This short survey (10–12 minutes) is open to current and former players and/or family/whānau.

Your voice will help shape the services and supports for our communities.

Complete Survey Here