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"There are problems with getting people into neuro-rehab. Those most in need are often those most excluded due to a lack of socio-economic resources."

"Different 'experts' involved in paediatric neuro-rehabilitation come from different organisational cultures which causes conflict and has a negative effect on the outcomes for the child."

"When different organisations assess different aspects of a child's neuro-rehabilitation needs, everyone looks at things from a different perspective and have conflicting priorities"

"Brain development is complex and prolonged. Brain plasticity is influenced by a range of factors. Plasticity provides a base for neuro-rehab therapies and treatment"

"Taking brain injured children home causes high stress for families. Disjointed services exacerbate family stress levels."

"Families need to be properly supported as 'resilience' is key to delivering successful outcomes for children and young people."

"We would like to see earlier identification and support for children with brain injuries to help them succeed in school."

"Positive and coordinated neuro-rehab interventions for children and young people is proven to bring health improvements; improve independence; reduces the need for sheltered living; decreases vulnerability; decreases drop-out rates in schools; decreases youth offending"

"Often families don't have the financial capability to access services. We need to rethink how we deliver neuro-rehab services to children and young people"