Every year in May, the UK comes together to mark Stroke Awareness Month. It is a time to shine a light on a condition that changes a life every five minutes in the UK. Whether you are a survivor, a carer, or someone looking to understand the risks, this month is about two things: Awareness and Action.

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Keith Gilbey, who died peacefully on Saturday, 2nd May, after a few months of courageously living with cancer. Keith had been a beloved part of The Brightwell family since the beginning of 2013, more than a decade of quiet, dedicated service that touched the lives of so many. He was a volunteer driver, a steadfast supporter, and, perhaps most importantly, a dear friend.

On Thursday, 30 April, a large group of volunteers from the Lloyds Banking Group came to undertake several much-needed tasks at the Centre.

We warmly invite all members, volunteers, and friends to join us for our Annual General Meeting, taking place in person at The Brightwell or on Zoom on Thursday, 28 May, from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm.

When I fractured my fibula (lower leg) in late October, it was a couple of weeks later that Doro, our CEO, suggested Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) might help with healing. After 13 years involved at The Brightwell, and my mother visiting long before me, I should have thought of it, but I hadn’t!

Check out our April 2026 Newsletter! Packed full of news, updates and events. All the latest from The Brightwell and our community. Enjoy!

We are very pleased to be able to offer our members and non-members living with MS the opportunity to receive support from Caroline Langdon.

We are looking for a new Trustee to join our Board, and this time we're hoping to find someone with a background in IT and digital systems.

At The Brightwell, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is offered as a specialised service to help athletes and fitness enthusiasts accelerate recovery from sports injuries. While the charity primarily supports individuals with neurological conditions, their oxygen therapy suite is open to the public for "non-neurological" needs, including sports rehabilitation.

On Monday, 13 April, many of our staff and Oxygen volunteers took part in an important safety and knowledge training session.