Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Support

An acquired brain injury (ABI) is damage to the brain that occurs after birth. Causes include a traumatic injury, stroke, infection, a lack of oxygen or a tumour. It can affect movement, thinking, memory, communication or emotions. The effects vary, so an individual's needs cannot be understood from the diagnosis alone. Healthdirect explains ABI and its causes.

Separate health care from everyday support

Diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation are guided by the relevant health professionals. Everyday assistance should work alongside their advice. A support worker's agreed role needs to be clear, especially when a task involves equipment or specific clinical instructions.

Focus on the routines that matter to you

Describe the activities you want to keep doing and which parts need assistance. You might want more time to communicate, help preparing for an appointment or practical support with a household task. Explain what you prefer to manage independently and how you would like another person to help.

With your agreement, a family member or trusted person can contribute useful information. Keep your own preferences central to the discussion and review the arrangement when your needs change. Contact Choice with your location, priorities and relevant support instructions to discuss suitability and current availability.

Explore daily living support and our dementia and ABI resource hub. Information checked 27 September 2026.

Related information:
Healthdirect explains ABI and its causes
daily living support
dementia and ABI resource hub

Knowledge

Read information about acquired brain injury, daily life and sources of professional advice. These resources support informed conversations and do not replace individual assessment, treatment or rehabilitation.

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Support

You can ask us about daily living, household and community support. Tell us your location and the tasks you would like help with so we can discuss suitability and current availability.

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Story

Read stories and experiences shared by people living with acquired brain injury (ABI). You can explore them at your own pace.

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What is an acquired brain injury (ABI)?

ABI means brain damage acquired after birth. Its effects differ between people and may involve physical abilities, thinking, communication or emotions. A diagnosis alone does not describe all the assistance a person may need. Read Healthdirect's ABI overview.

What causes an acquired brain injury?

Causes can include trauma to the head, stroke, infection, reduced oxygen supply and brain tumours. Treatment depends on the cause and individual circumstances. A doctor can investigate symptoms and advise on assessment; this webpage cannot determine the cause.

Can people living with ABI access NDIS supports?

Some people may meet the NDIS access requirements, but ABI does not automatically establish eligibility or a particular budget. The NDIA considers individual circumstances and functional impact. Read the NDIS disability requirements and discuss questions with your NDIS contact.

What types of everyday support may someone with ABI need?

The practical assistance should reflect the person's routines and preferences. It might involve personal care, household tasks, preparing for appointments or community activities. Record the agreed tasks and any professional instructions, and distinguish this assistance from clinical treatment or rehabilitation.

How can Choice Support Tasmania support people living with ABI?

Tell Choice about your location, communication preferences, daily priorities and any relevant support instructions. This helps establish whether current services and staff are a suitable match. You can involve a trusted person in the conversation if you wish; availability and arrangements are confirmed individually.

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