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Support in South Africa
Organisations across South Africa that help people with brain injury, stroke, epilepsy, and emotional wellbeing — and their families.
🚑 Emergency numbers
- 10177 Ambulance
- 112 Emergency from any cellphone
- 10111 Police
- 0800 567 567 Suicide Crisis Helpline (24 hours, free)
Headway Gauteng
Brain injury association offering counselling, group therapy, and support for survivors and families in Hyde Park and Soweto.
📞 011 442 5733
Visit →Headway Natal
Outpatient rehabilitation in Durban — physio, occupational, speech, and group therapy for brain injury and stroke survivors.
Visit →SADAG
South African Depression and Anxiety Group — free counselling helplines and support groups nationwide.
📞 0800 567 567 (24 hours)
Visit →Heart and Stroke Foundation SA
Stroke warning signs, life after stroke, and a directory of stroke support and rehab services.
📞 021 422 1586
Visit →Epilepsy South Africa
Counselling, support groups, and community programmes for people living with epilepsy, including after brain injury.
📞 021 556 3753
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