Brain and Cerebral Conditions
Travel cover for brain and cerebral conditions such as dementia, alzheimer's and epilepsy.
Free Spirit was the first scheme of its type specifically created for those of any age with existing medical conditions. It is now one of the UK’s largest specialist travel insurance providers dedicated to those with health conditions including cerebral conditions relating to the brain.
A Free Spirit policy will give you peace of mind before travelling and whilst away on your trip for cancellation, medical and baggage. Also included are benefits for aftercare at home following hospitalisation, personal accident, personal liability, money & documents, missed/delayed departure, legal expenses, and winter sports option.
You can view all cover available on our Summary of Cover page.
We Specialise in Travel Insurance for Cerebral Conditions
The following list contains just some of the cerebral conditions that can be covered by a Free Spirit travel insurance policy:
Alzheimer’s
The most common form of dementia, causing progressive memory loss and cognitive decline. This currently affects approximately 850,000 people in the UK.
Brain Aneurysm
A bulge in a brain artery that can rupture, causing a life-threatening hemorrhage. Around 1 in 20 people may develop an aneurysm, though most don’t rupture.
Cerebral Arteriosclerosis
Thickening and hardening of arteries in the brain, leading to reduced blood flow and stroke risk. Prevalence increases with age, but exact numbers are unclear.
Cerebral Hemorrhage
Bleeding in the brain due to ruptured blood vessels, often caused by high blood pressure or trauma.
Cerebral Palsy
A group of disorders affecting movement and posture due to brain damage during early development.
Dementia
A group of cognitive disorders, including memory loss, affecting daily function, often due to diseases like Alzheimer’s.
Encephalitis
Inflammation of the brain, usually caused by viral infection, leading to headaches, seizures, and confusion.
Epilepsy
Neurological condition causing recurrent seizures due to abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
Hydrocephalus
Excess cerebrospinal fluid builds up in the brain, causing pressure, leading to cognitive issues or head enlargement.
Learning Difficulties
Cognitive impairments affecting skills such as reading, writing, or reasoning, often related to conditions like dyslexia.
Mini Stroke (TIA)
A temporary disruption of blood flow to the brain, causing stroke-like symptoms that resolve within 24 hours. About 46,000 people have a TIA each year in the UK.
Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP)
A rare neurodegenerative disorder causing balance issues, movement problems, and cognitive decline.
Stroke (CVA)
Interruption of blood flow to the brain, causing tissue damage, paralysis, or cognitive issues. Around 100,000 strokes occur annually in the UK.
A Free Spirit policy benefits you further with aftercare at home following hospitalisation, personal accident, personal liability, money & documents, missed/delayed departure, legal expenses and winter sports option.
Please read the Insurance Policy for the full terms and conditions of these cerebral conditions travel insurance cover to make sure it’s suitable for your needs.
Most importantly, make sure your medical condition is fully covered!
Why Choose Free Spirit To Cover You?
- Most medical conditions and disabilities covered
- No upper age limit for most destinations on Single Trip and Annual Multi-trip policies
- Choice of several cover options
- Single trips covered up to 115 days (45 days if aged 76 years or over)
- Annual Multi-trip provides cover for any number of trips during the year – travel up to 32 days per trip (Standard and Super cover) and 45 days (Super Duper)
Free Spirit ‘Super Duper’ level of cover has a 5 Star Rating
from Defaqto for both Single Trip and Annual Multi-trip travel insurance. This recognises that it is one of the highest quality offerings in the market.
Get a Medical Travel Insurance Quote
With a Free Spirit medical travel insurance policy, you gain the peace of mind to travel knowing that you and your cerebral condition are fully covered.
Cover Your Travelling Companions on the Same Policy
Travelling companions can also be covered on Free Spirit, whether they have an existing medical condition or not. By including your travelling companions on the same Free Spirit policy, you will ensure the whole party is covered. For example, if you had to cancel your holiday due to your cerebral condition, your travelling companions on the same policy would also be covered which may not be the case if they had taken out a policy elsewhere.
Applying for Free Spirit Travel Insurance for Cerebral Conditions
You can apply for an insurance quote and purchase on our website. It’s a simple and fast way of obtaining travel insurance any time of the day or night. After entering your initial trip requirements and answering the questions regarding your condition, you will be shown your quote based on the information provided.
Alternatively, you can call us and speak to a friendly member of staff in our UK based call centre on 02392 419 080.
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