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BABICM have made the decision to move away from X (formally Twitter) as it no longer aligns with the principles of our organisation. As from the 20th January 2025 all our updates will be featured on LinkedIn, Bluesky, Facebook and Instagram. Follow our socials to stay up to date with news and events.

@HKW1981 @mcdermottkc_ Oh yes she is! We are excited hear from both Gerard and Fiona today.

@mcdermottkc_ @BABICMorg Oh come on. You’re spoiling them. Getting their hopes up. Fiona is not going to speak. Hope both of you enjoy the day.

Off to Birmingham to speak at @BABICMorg conference …. As is Fiona ….

Act now only 8 places remaining! After a hectic Christmas, have you scheduled some 'me' time yet? Make the most of this event with talks from our wellbeing experts, plus a three course dinner, accommodation and spa access included. BABICM Members only. lnkd.in/efxywHKv

Completing a BABICM Advanced Membership Assessment is a great way to reflect on your case management practice and often found to be very rewarding. If you are thinking about taking your assessment and want to find out more take a look at the BABICM website, where you will find lots of information and guidance to walk you through the process. New dates available. lnkd.in/e_WJPUpB

In keeping with the theme of visual education and perception, BABICM are pleased to offer access to a free webinar on the 4th February 2025. This session will introduce a new screening tool which can be used to screen for visual perception difficulties in 15 minutes with the newly developed Oxford Visual Perception Screen (OxVPS). tinyurl.com/5ab44dmx

Are you ready to take your next steps into research? Have your research poster seen by hundreds of people at the BABICM Annual Conference 2025 with an opportunity to present in 2026 or win a cash prize of £500? BABICM are now looking for Academic and Non Academic entries to our Best Practice Poster Competition in 2025. Closing date for abstracts 21st February 2025. See here for more details lnkd.in/eq25rUBj

Please can you spare a few minutes to complete this survey. This information will help understand the case management workforce and help to shape the future of this often misunderstood profession. linkedin.com/posts/dr-joann…

NEW SPEAKER ANNOUNCED. Dr Claudia Zitz will join the line up of speakers on day 2 of the BABICM Annual Conference to discuss the topic of Gender Identity. They will be forming their session following feedback and questions from our attendees. Watch this space for more details. babicm.glueup.com/event/babicm-a…

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that the next chair of BABICM will be Louise Chance - Director and Case Manager at A Chance for Life Ltd. Louise will be stepping into this important voluntary role in June 2025, taking over from the incredible Vicki Gilman, who has led us with such dedication and achieved remarkable things since 2021. We can't wait for you to rally behind Louise as you have supported Vicki over the years. There are exciting times ahead, and we are confident that under Louise's leadership, our Council will continue to thrive and guide us to reach new heights. Advertising a brand-new CEO role to lead our Central Operations Team In addition to appointing our next chair BABICM is strengthening its Central Operations Team, which will be led by the new role of CEO. We are now actively recruiting for this pivotal role, which will steer BABICM toward more developments to support you, our members. Do you know someone who would be a good CEO for BABICM? Please share this fantastic opportunity within your networks. babicm.org/wp-content/upl…

BABICM Members are invited to attend our latest free webinar on the 25th March 2025. Dr Emma Verwey and Dr Kelly Camilleri will present their research findings exploring the psychological impact of litigation on parents. A look at the lived experiences that arise during litigation and the challenges that arise as a result. babicm.glueup.com/event/explorin…

New year, new speakers to announce. We are delighted to announce that Fay Collinson from Kings Chambers will be leading a round table discussion on the management of personal health budgets on day 2 of this years BABICM Annual Conference. babicm.glueup.com/event/babicm-a…

We are pleased to announce the upcoming launch in January of an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader to join the central team at British Association of Brain Injury and Complex Case Management (BABICM) as our new Chief Executive Officer. This newly created post will have a pivotal role, leading a dynamic and growing membership organisation. At BABICM, we are committed to promoting best practice, providing high-quality professional development opportunities, advocating for our members and contributing to the research evidence base. Our new CEO will play a crucial role in advancing our mission, driving our strategic plans forward, creating strategic alliances and ensuring sustainability for the organisation. BABICM is seeking a natural and effective leader. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in senior leadership, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to relate to a diverse range of stakeholders and an appreciation of the role of a membership organisation. This remote role will require some travel and will attract a salary of £65K WTE, it will ideally be part-time 4 days a week. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of case management. If you are a dynamic and visionary leader interested in taking on this challenge, you can express your interest by emailing Janette@babicm.org and we will send you the full job pack in January. You can also book a call with our current chair in January for an informal discussion to find out more by contacting chair@babicm.org Please find the full job description here tinyurl.com/mwc4cftv

At BABICM, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our members. Join our dynamic Professional Practice & Membership Group, which now welcomes applications from all levels of practicing members. We are currently seeking to fill the following positions: Advanced Registered Practitioner Registered Practitioner Practitioner Our group is dedicated to fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where all members can contribute their expertise and grow professionally. Full details can be found here. lnkd.in/dUjCW-nm

Exciting Research Announcement! We are thrilled to announce that a groundbreaking piece of original research, devised and carried out by the BABICM Research Evidence and Publication Group, has been published in the prestigious Journal of Long-Term Health Care. This significant work, authored by Alyson Norman Mark Holloway, Jackie Dean, Andrew Patterson, Ben Needham-Holmes Philippa Feltham-White, Jo Clark-Wilson ,Valentina Curro and Craig Andrews is now available as an open-source publication. This research has already made a tangible impact, supporting clients in the recruitment and retention of support workers and being cited in legal proceedings. It effectively bridges on-the-ground evidence with real-life practice, showcasing the practical applications of our findings. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the unprecedented number of members who participated and responded swiftly to our surveys. Your involvement was crucial, and as a community, we made this happen! Thank you for your continued support and dedication. View the full publication here: lnkd.in/dHQpBTJV

Congratulations to Megan Taylor from Social Return and Angela Green from @Head_First_LLP on passing their Advanced Assessment.

BABICM's brand new event 'The Litigation Jigsaw: Fitting the Pieces Together' is now SOLD OUT. Please email secretary@babicm.org to ask about last minute availability. babicm.glueup.com/event/the-liti…

Behind the scenes at BABICM we have been working hard on the programme of training events for 2025. We have lots more exciting things to come, but for now here's a taster of some of the fantastic opportunities we have coming up in 2025!! babicm.org/events/

Disclosure Dilemmas: Not for the Fainthearted is back by popular demand. Hosted by Stewarts Law in Leeds, this event covers the legal and practical implications of disclosure of documentation during the course of the litigation process. babicm.glueup.com/event/disclosu…

Congratulations to Michelle Mason from @CircleCM on passing her Advanced Assessment this week

Issue 4 of the BABICM Insight Magazine is out today! BABICM members can read all about the latest events, webinars and research being carried out for brain injury and complex case managers. Watch for your copy arriving into your inbox today. You can also access via the BABICM website babicm.org/2024/06/18/bab…