Peer support
Being able to speak to somebody who has experienced a traumatic injury themselves could help you to deal with the impact of your injuries and what has happened to you.
Day One is here to provide practical and emotional support to help you manage your circumstances and make the best possible recovery following a major physical trauma.
We can help answer your questions & get you the support you need
How we can help you
From emergency funding to long-term peer support, we can be your side throughout your recovery journey. Take a look to see how we can support you in the Major Trauma Centres where we work and nationally.
Legal support
We know that suffering major trauma can leave you with lots of questions about the future. Getting the right legal advice can be vital so you understand your rights and can focus on your recovery.
Emergency fund
Our Emergency Fund is available to families to help cover costs incurred during their relative’s stay in hospital, including travel and accommodation costs, parking and other unforeseen expenses such as clothes, food and toiletries.
Benefits and welfare advice
You may be worried about the financial impact of your injury, particularly if you are unable to work, either temporarily or longer term. We offer benefits and welfare advice.
Family counselling
When a major traumatic accident or event occurs, it not only affects your life but has implications for the people you live with and who love you. We can offer support.
Crisis Support Organisations
If you require urgent support, please contact one of the NHS or other services listed on our crisis support page.
Looking after your wellbeing from Day One
A series of resources based on mindfulness techniques that Day One volunteers found helpful during their recovery from major trauma.
Bold ambitions,
from Day One
from Day One
We aim to support everyone affected by major trauma. Find out more about where we work now and our plans to reach even more people.
Stories of recovery
All stories of recovery
I just wanted to get back to normal - that was all I wanted.
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I don’t want anyone else to go through what I did on their own.
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I’d never felt vulnerable before the crash.
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Just having someone there to listen to me made a big difference.
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Speaking to someone whose life has gone back to normal would just have given me hope.
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The injuries affect me to this day, but I’m proud of how far I’ve come.
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