A NEW ‘one stop shop’ for patients with brain injuries has opened at Frenchay Hospital.

The resource centre has been opened by brain injury charity Headway Bristol and will stock the best available published information in comfortable surroundings.

Chief executive Kate Croucher said: "Trying to find reliable and objective information can often be bewildering for people suddenly faced with a life-changing head injury and we wanted to provide a ‘one stop shop’ for our clients.

"The resource centre will not only provide a wide range of reference books and leaflets on head injuries but will also provide information about the many organisations out there who can provide much needed help and practical support. We also have a range of DVDs and audio books for our clients and even relaxation CDs."

She added: "Service users who have had a sneak preview of the resource centre have told us they find it a relaxed, friendly and welcoming space.

"They are delighted with the range of books and information available and we believe it will play an important role in the service we provide in the future."

The new centre has been sponsored by South West law firm Irwin Mitchell.

Regional managing partner Jonathan Peacock said: "From our work with clients with head injuries we know that survivors and their families have many questions about brain injury itself and they need to be aware of all the help, information and support available.

"The importance of the work done by Headway in supporting clients and their families cannot be over-estimated and we’re delighted to be working in partnership with the charity to set up and maintain this valuable centre."