Bespoke Rehabilitation Solutions for Successful Pathways into Education, Employment or the Community

Acquired brain injury can lead to significant changes in thinking, communication, and movement, often impacting an individual’s ability to return to their previous job or education setting. Studies show that while up to 72% of individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury return to work, this can be as low as 12%, with 60% unable to return permanently.

At SAILs, we use a systemic rehabilitation programme to support individuals with acquired brain injury and neurodiverse needs. Our tailored approach facilitates successful reintegration into education, vocational training, supported or independent living, and employment, ensuring each pathway is aligned with personal goals, aspirations, and manageable next steps.

A Personalised Route into Rehabilitation & Sustainable Living

For individuals recovering from a brain injury, we create fully bespoke rehabilitation plans focused on meaningful re-engagement with education, independent living, and employment. Many individuals find it challenging to return to traditional pathways, facing barriers such as:

✔ Memory challenges – Difficulty retaining new information and recalling past experiences.
✔ Executive functioning difficulties – Struggles with planning, organisation, and time management.
✔ Attention & concentration deficits – Challenges maintaining focus in work or educational settings.
✔ Communication difficulties – Adapting to social interactions in professional or academic environments.
✔ Emotional & sensory regulation – Adjusting to environmental and psychological changes.
✔ Mental health challenges – Anxiety, depression, and reduced confidence post-injury.

We work collaboratively with individuals, their families, and organisations to ensure a holistic and goal-driven approach to rehabilitation.

Our Comprehensive Rehabilitation Framework

1. Educational Rehabilitation – EOTAS & Alternative Learning Support

For individuals who are unable to return to traditional schooling due to an acquired brain injury, we provide Education Other Than at School (EOTAS) programmes. Our structured rehabilitation plans include:

✔ Assessment & Goal Setting – Identifying academic strengths, challenges, and future aspirations.
✔ Alternative Learning Pathways – Tailoring study plans to match cognitive and emotional needs.
✔ Exam & Qualification Support – Assisting with educational adaptations, alternative assessments, and study techniques.
✔ Transition Planning – Preparing individuals for reintegration into education, vocational training, or supported employment.

2. Vocational Rehabilitation – Return to Work & Employment Pathways

Returning to work post-injury requires adjustments, new skill development, and tailored vocational interventions. We support individuals through:

✔ Vocational Assessments – Identifying employment options suited to their cognitive and physical capabilities.
✔ Job Placement Assistance – Supporting individuals in finding meaningful employment that aligns with their skills and needs.
✔ Workplace Adjustments & Coaching – Implementing accommodations and strategies to help employees thrive post-injury.
✔ Ongoing Support & Monitoring – Ensuring long-term job retention, well-being, and professional growth.

3. Supported & Independent Living Trials – Transitioning into Adulthood

For young people with brain injuries transitioning into adulthood, our supported and independent living trials focus on:

✔ Daily Living Skills – Training in managing household tasks, finances, and personal care.
✔ Community & Social Engagement – Encouraging social integration and confidence-building activities.
✔ Employment & Training Readiness – Helping individuals explore work, volunteering, or further education.
✔ Long-Term Independence Planning – Developing structured transition plans that align with personal aspirations.

Data and context driven development plans

One of the biggest challenges in rehabilitation is knowing where to start and how to prioritise interventions. Our structured approach utilises the VASKIP model to build bespoke plans based on:

  • Vocational interests and values

  • Personality and ability potential

  • Job competencies, skills and knowledge requirements

  • Adjustment to life following an acquired brain injury

Vocational assessments:

Providing vocational assessments to individuals with brain injury to determine the most suitable employment options.

Job placement assistance:

Providing job placement assistance to individuals with brain injury to help them secure meaningful employment, including well-being, work design, training, development, leadership, motivation and change management.

Job coaching:

Providing job coaching to help individuals with brain injury successfully perform their job duties.

Organisational development:

Offering organisational development services to support organisations, at the individual, group, leadership, organisational and policy levels, with neurodiversity and brain injury in the workplace.

Organisational & Workplace Support for Neurodiversity & Brain Injury

We also provide organisational development services to support workplaces in becoming more inclusive and adaptable for employees recovering from brain injuries. This includes:

✔ Policy & Workplace Adaptations – Implementing neurodiversity-friendly policies at an organisational level.
✔ Leadership & Team Training – Educating managers and colleagues on how to support neurodivergent individuals.
✔ Return-to-Work Programmes – Facilitating smooth reintegration into employment post-injury.
✔ Long-Term Monitoring & Support – Ensuring retention and continued career development for employees with acquired brain injuries.