BIS Services

12/08/2026

🎤 Speaker Spotlight: Laura Marriott & Barry Richards

We're delighted to welcome Laura Marriott and Barry R. from , to the BIS Human-Centred AI Conference on 17th September.

Together, they'll present "The Future of NeuroTech: Innovative Thinking in Rehabilitation," an exciting look at how emerging technologies are already transforming neurorehabilitation and what the future could hold.

Laura, a Specialist Neurological Occupational Therapist with over 20 years' experience, is passionate about making neurotechnology practical, accessible and meaningful for clinicians. An internationally recognised speaker, she has helped educate rehabilitation professionals around the world on translating innovation into real-life outcomes.

Joining her is Barry Richards, Head of Commercial Operations at The MiNT Academy. With more than 25 years of experience spanning clinical practice, medical technology and commercial leadership, Barry has played a pivotal role in bringing innovative rehabilitation technologies from concept to clinical practice across global markets.

Together, they'll explore:

🤖 Robotics, wearables and virtual reality in rehabilitation

📊 How technology is supporting data-driven clinical decision-making

🧠 The opportunities and challenges of integrating AI into neurorehabilitation

💡What's available today, and what's coming next


Whether you're a clinician, case manager, therapist or rehabilitation professional, this session will offer practical insight into how technology can enhance rehabilitation while keeping people at the heart of care.

📅 17th September 2026

📍 One Great George Street, London

🎟️ Tickets selling fast. Book your place now: https://www.abisolutions.org.uk/booking/?online_booking_event=43038664

10/08/2026

🎤 Speaker Spotlight: Dr Penny Trayner

We're incredibly excited to welcome Dr Penny Trayner to the BIS Services 2026 Conference on 17 September!

A highly respected Paediatric Clinical Neuropsychologist, Academic Director of the University of Liverpool Doctorate in Clinical Psychology programme, and a familiar face at conferences across the UK and beyond, Dr Penny Trayner is renowned for her expertise in paediatric neurorehabilitation and her passion for innovation.

Penny is also the creator of the award-winning rehabilitation platform Kompass and a professional DJ, combining neuroscience and music to co-design the pioneering BPM Rehab programme.

In her session, "AI & the Developing Brain: Opportunities and Risks in Paediatric Neurorehabilitation," Dr Trayner will explore how AI is shaping the lives of children and young people with brain injuries, covering both its exciting potential and the risks professionals need to be aware of.

Expect insights into:
🧠 How AI can support learning and rehabilitation
⚠️ Recognising the risks of overstimulation and digital fatigue
🤝 Helping families, schools and rehabilitation teams use AI safely and responsibly

This will be a session you don't want to miss.

📅 17th September 2026
📍 One Great George Street, London
🎟️ Book your place now: https://www.abisolutions.org.uk/booking/?online_booking_event=43038664

06/08/2026

If you’ve felt like you’re not recovering as quickly as you’d like after your brain injury, you’re not alone.

Progress is not linear, and both good and bad days are part of the process.

The small victories add up: Remembering an appointment, doing a food shop, seeing friends.

If you take a step back you will see how far you have already come.

💙Save this for when you need a reminder.

05/08/2026

🎤 Speaker Spotlight: Rebecca Whitney

We're delighted to welcome Rebecca Whitney, AI Marketing & Systems Expert and Founder of Advisory 9, to BIS Services Human-Centred AI Conference on 17th September.

With over 30 years of experience spanning healthcare, marketing, operations, leadership and AI-driven business transformation, Rebecca has helped countless organisations harness innovation while keeping people and outcomes at the heart of every decision.

Rebecca will open the conference with "AI Unpacked: A Clear, Practical Guide for Neurorehab Professionals." This accessible, jargon-free introduction to artificial intelligence is designed specifically for professionals working in neurorehabilitation.

In this session, you'll discover:
🧠 What AI actually is (and what it isn't)
💡 How AI differs from automation and algorithms
⚠️ The AI tools your clients may already be using
🤝 How to start using AI safely and confidently in your own practice

Whether you're a case manager, therapist, solicitor or rehabilitation professional, this session will give you the knowledge and confidence to engage with AI responsibly and set the foundation for the rest of the conference.

📅 17th September 2026
📍 One Great George Street, London
🎟️ Places are limited. Book your place today: https://www.abisolutions.org.uk/booking/?online_booking_event=43038664

04/08/2026

🧠Brain injury can happen to anyone, at any time.

A fall. A road traffic collision. A stroke. An illness. In a moment, life can change for an individual and everyone around them.

In our latest BIScussions episode, serious injury lawyer Sarah Griggs shares why greater awareness matters, and why we all have a role to play in furthering education around brain injury.

🎧 Listen to the full episode to hear Sarah's insights on navigating serious injury claims, securing rehabilitation, supporting families and helping people rebuild independence.

Click to listen now: https://linktr.ee/BISServices

Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.

31/07/2026

After a brain injury, even the simple things can be exhausting.

You brain has to work harder to do the things it used to be able to do without effort.

As many as 80% of brain injury survivors experience fatigue. If daily activities drain your energy supply, you are not alone.

👉What drains your energy the most since your brain injury? Let us know in the comments.

30/07/2026

⚖️ Securing Rehab Fast: A Serious Injury Lawyer’s View

In this episode of BIScussions, Natalie and Eky are joined by Sarah Griggs, Partner at Irwin Mitchell and National Brain Injury Coordination Lead, to explore the legal side of neurorehabilitation.

They discuss:
🧠 The importance of early rehab access
💷 Securing interim payments to fund rehabilitation
⚖️ Choosing the right specialist solicitor
👣 The challenges of evidencing “walking wounded” brain injury cases

An important conversation about collaboration, communication, and why timely rehabilitation is so crucial.

🎥 Watch the full episode now: https://youtu.be/B8iYEFLswQc?si=2uBxb9A_mYNnKVT1

In this episode of BIScussions, Natalie and Eky are joined by Sarah...

29/07/2026

❓What if we stopped measuring inclusion by how well someone adapts to the world, and started measuring it by how well the world adapts to them?

For many people living with a brain injury, the biggest barriers to independence aren't always the injury itself. They're the barriers created by misunderstanding, inaccessible environments and limited access to the right support.

Disability acceptance is great, but let's also expect:

🧠 Better access to specialist neurorehabilitation.

🤝 Support that puts the person first.

🌍 Greater understanding of the hidden impacts of brain injury.

💡 More inclusive environments where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

At BIS Services, we're committed to raising the global standard of brain injury support and helping people rebuild independence, confidence and identity in everyday life.

As Disability Pride Month comes to an end, let's not forget our duty to continue raising expectations for the support, opportunities and outcomes that people living with brain injury deserve.

28/07/2026

Family support can be the unseen pillar of rehab after a brain injury.

In our latest BIScussions episode, we discuss the vital role families play in successful rehabilitation. We explore:

🧠 How to keep families engaged with rehabilitation

🧠 Supporting families as well as clients

🧠 Funding available for family support

🧠 Navigating disagreements between families and clinicians

🧠 Why the home environment can have such an impact on outcomes

🎧 Listen to the full episode now: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/securing-rehab-fast-a-serious-injury-lawyers-view/id1880416076?i=1000777043803

Thank you to Sarah Griggs for joining us to share your insights. We loved having you!

24/07/2026

When we talk about self care, we normally focus on actions like:

'Have a cup of tea'
'Take a break'
'Move your body'

🌿But true self-care is also about the choices we make to protect our energy before we reach exhaustion.

After a brain injury, cognitive and emotional resources can feel limited. Setting boundaries, saying no, cancelling plans when needed and recognising your limits are all valid forms of self-care.

Looking after yourself isn't selfish, it's part of understanding what your brain needs to function at its best.

☕️Self care is more than a cup of tea.