Get a Headstart!

Here at Shine, we know life doesn't always go to plan, especially for those living with complex conditions like Hydrocephalus.

It's not always easy to remember everything you might need people to know.  But you don't have to get caught out.  With our easy to use resources, you can have access to all the information you'll ever need - at the push of a button.

Each is available to download and print or can be filled out electronically and saved to your portable device.

Get a Headstart with our top resources

Get Involved With Hydrocephalus Awareness Week

You can share a snapshot of day to day life, join us for one of our in person or virtual events, or go 'Hats On for Hydrocephalus' to get people talking.  There's lots of ways to be part of Hydrocephalus Awareness Week.

For more information on ways to take part in this years campaign, click the links below.

Spread the word on social media

One of the simplest ways to raise awareness is by adding our banners to your social media pages and letting friends and family know that you're supporting the campaign. 

Choose from the options below to personalise your page, and don't forget to tag @ShineUKCharity

Hydrocephalus Resources Hub

Whether you're living with or caring for someone with Hydrocephalus, you'll love this easy to use resource hub.

To celebrate Hydrocephalus Awareness Week, we've pulled together our most popular information on a range of topics Shine members have told us are the most important to them.

All of our most popular Hydrocephalus resources are be available to access, order or download quickly and conveniently in one simple place.

View our Hydrocephalus resources hub

Fundraise for Shine...

Increase awareness of the condition and help raise money for Shine, by going 'Hats On for Hydrocephalus' and starting a conversation at home, school or in the workplace.

Wherever you are, whatever you're doing, we'd love you to get involved and share your photos with us.

To find out more or for other ways to get involved, click on the button below.

Raise money for Shine  Make a donation

What is hydrocephalus?

Hydrocephalus’ describes conditions in which fluid inside the head and spine (cerebrospinal fluid or CSF) accumulates in the head and raises the pressure on the brain.

Learn more about the condition

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