In this episode of Evolving Minds, Georgina Davies is joined by Gillian Buckingham and Karen Scrivener-Fearn of Rose Speech Therapy to explore cognitive communication following brain injury. Together, they discuss how cognitive communication difficulties can affect everyday interactions, the importance of early speech and language therapy intervention, assessment and support pathways, adapting to technology and more modern methods of communication, and where individuals and families can access further help.

In this powerful episode, Brain Injury Group CEO Alex Demetrious-Seymour is joined by Cassidy Little, ambassador for Veterans Welfare Group.

After trying his hand at stand-up comedy, Cass decided to join the Royal Marines. His journey then took a dramatic turn when an IED blast caused serious injuries, including multiple fractures, a below-the-knee amputation, and a traumatic brain injury (TBI).

During his recovery, his determination never wavered as he navigated resilience and rebuilt a new normal. Cass’s story is one of strength, resilience, and hope, making him a powerful advocate for positive change within the veteran community.

In this episode, host Clare Harrison (COO of Brain Injury Group) is joined by Sneha Shankar, COO of Abilities Enabled and headline sponsor of the podcast. Together, they explore why complex care packages can sometimes fail, introducing the “Tripod Effect” to highlight the importance of consistency, accountability, and communication in delivering stable, effective care.