At FABIS, we believe in the power of community to uplift and support survivors of Acquired Brain Injury.

Katy Parker is a trauma-informed well-being writer, grief and loss coach, grief educator, mental health advocate, and chronic pain warrior. Her connection to acquired brain injury is deeply personal. Her mother, who died from cancer more than a decade ago, was also diagnosed with a brain tumour. Following an accident in which Katy was hit by a car at the end of 2020, she experienced short-term memory loss, difficulties with concentration, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. .She is the creator of the Grief Stories series and provides free resources through her website to support people navigating grief and trauma. Before her accident, Katy worked in education and childcare, including supporting children with additional needs and their families. She holds a degree in Education and is professionally trained in grief and bereavement support. Through her writing, community work, and advocacy, Katy is passionate about helping people feel seen, understood, and less alone. She is honoured to bring this experience to her role as a FABIS trustee.

Aneta is a Personal Injury Associate Solicitor at George Ide LLP in Chichester. Before embarking on her legal career, she spent over six years working as a support worker for people living with learning difficulties, acquired brain injuries and early-onset dementia. Today, Aneta represents both English-speaking and international clients, often navigating complex cases involving international law. She is passionate about securing not only the compensation her clients deserve, but also the rehabilitation and support needed to help rebuild shattered lives and support families affected by life-changing injuries, working collaboratively with insurers wherever possible. Aneta feels privileged to support clients through the litigation process, but also recognises that many traumatic brain injuries occur in circumstances where legal claims are not possible. This inspires her commitment to FABIS, where she is dedicated to supporting brain-injured individuals and their families regardless of how the injury occurred.

Before joining the LV Rehabilitation team, I spent over 15 years working across the North and South of England in a range of care and support settings. My career has included managing supported living schemes, being part of the Shared Lives Scheme—welcoming adults with learning disabilities into my home—and working with individuals affected by acquired brain injury, stroke, and Parkinson’s. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of the challenges faced by people living with neurological or life-changing conditions.

I became aware of FABIS when one of my best friends acquired a brain injury. Since then I have become involved with volunteering for FABIS at fund raising events and am now a Trustee. When my friend acquired a brain injury it opened my eyes to the vital support that families need during such challenging times. I was motivated by the FABIS team which is why I wanted to get involved. Professionally, I have spent my entire career in the education sector and work at a local secondary school. My commitment to helping young people mirrors my passion for supporting families affected by brain injury. Outside of work, I enjoy a vibrant family life by the sea where I live with my husband and two children. I enjoy walking my dog along the beach and spending time with family and friends.

Trevor Hines is the father of an Acquired Brain Injury Survivor (ABI). His son’s accident forced a career change from the Royal Navy to a commitment in improving the quality of lives for others with an ABI. Trevor has served as the CEO of a national military charity, Secretary to a national grant-giving institution and chairman of a county ABI charity. With over 25 years of charity work under his belt, he considers being a FABIS trustee as one of the most humbling and rewarding things he has ever done. Trevor has a passion for music. Now that his last neighbour has left, he feels better able to practice his Euphonium.

Rob is a catastrophic injury Solicitor at Osbornes Law in London but grew up in Chichester and often visits as family and friends still live there. He is the Treasurer and one of the founding Trustees of FABIS and specialises in obtaining rehabilitation and running legal claims for people who suffer traumatic brain injuries in accidents.

My early background and profession is nursing. I was a district nurse in the local Chichester and Pagham area for seven years. During this time I experienced being involved with patients who had an acquired brain injury. I moved from nursing to Probation work where I was responsible for the SE Hants Programmes for offenders, cognitive behavioural programmes. I became a National Trainer for two specific programmes. I have met within both my professional spheres of work people with acquired brain injury. I feel privileged to be able to contribute to the work the charity does specifically helping with FABIS Social Group which runs monthly.

Born in London to a French father and Italian mother, Catherine grew up in Paris and London.  She worked in the House of Commons before settling in Hampshire to raise a family.  She now lives in Petersfield with her husband, Philip, and is a proud mother to three grown-up children and five grandchildren. In her spare time, Catherine teaches English to visiting foreign students, and also loves to travel herself, both to Europe and the Caribbean to visit family, and further afield.  At home, she loves reading, cooking, keeping fit both in the gym and getting out and about in the fresh air.