The Brainbow service was founded in 2013 by a unique partnership between independent charities – Anna’s Hope, Camille’s Appeal, Tom’s Trust, and more latterly, Joshua Tarrant Trust – working with Addenbrooke’s Hospital to fund and provide a rehabilitation service in the East of England for all children and young people with brain tumours. Brainbow is now a fully funded NHS service as of 01 April 2023.
The Brainbow service is part of the paediatric oncology and haematology department within Children’s Services in Division E.
The service is managed by a service delivery manager and a clinical lead, reporting to the divisional director of operations (DDO) and divisional director (DD).
The service consists of a multi-disciplinary team which includes physiotherapy, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, clinical psychology, and education, supported by an administrative assistant.
What is the purpose of the Brainbow service?
The purpose of the Brainbow service is to help children with brain tumours reach their full potential. This includes the following:
· The Brainbow service provides coordinated specialist neuro-rehabilitation assessment and treatment for children and young people with brain tumours.
· The Brainbow service is able to provide specialist rehabilitation support and continuity of care through the journey of children with brain tumours from their diagnosis, during hospital admission, and beyond whilst remaining under the Paediatric Neuro-Oncology Service at CUH.
