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Synapse - Australia's Brain Injury Organisation

Synapse is the leading brain injury organisation. They support the one in 45 Australians who live with a brain injury.

Often called the ‘invisible disability’ people can experience significant changes in how they think, feel and relate to others, even though there may be no outward physical signs of injury.

Synapse is proud to deliver leading brain injury knowledge which ensures they provide relevant and tailored information, specialist housing and, other services and support for Australians living with brain injury and disability, carers, family members, friends and organisations.

Vison and mission

Vision – Rethink brain injury. Change society.

Mission – Ensure the rights of people impacted by brain injury, by connecting knowledge, policy, services and systems.

How Synapse can help

Synapse can help you manage the impacts of brain injury and better navigate the systems.

Talk to Synapse about:

  • Finding suitable services and support for individuals and families.
  • Accessing the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
  • Information and resources about brain injury.
  • Connecting with our community of people impacted by brain injury.
  • Advocating for your best interests or those of someone you care for.
  • Training and education for you, carers, families and organisations.
  • Available housing solutions.

Information / help lines

  • Synapse Info and Referral call 1800 673 074 Mon to Fri, 9am to 5pm AEST
  • Contact: https://synapse.org.au/contact-us/

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This information was originally published on healthdirect - Synapse - Australia's Brain Injury Organisation.

Last reviewed: October 2025

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