The Stroke Association believes in life after stroke and support stroke survivors to make the best recovery they can.
They provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.
Rebuilding lives after a stroke is a team effort. It takes the determination of stroke survivors and carers, the generosity of supporters and the dedication of the healthcare and research communities to get there.
To help in the recovery of stroke survivors the service provides information, support and advice. The key areas of work include:
Support services
The support services help hundreds of thousands of people through one of the most frightening experiences of their lives and build a life after stroke. The support services include but are not limited to emotional support and communication support.
Information
Their information is based on accurate and up-to-date evidence. They ask stroke survivors and their families, as well as medical experts, to help when putting our information together.
Research
Their research helps to improve treatments, care and rehabilitation, saving thousands of lives and helping stroke survivors make the best recovery they can.
Fundraising
Through their busy events schedule, including Resolution Runs and Bake a difference, the fundraisers work nationally and with local communities to raise much-needed funds to support stroke survivors.
Campaigning
The Stoke Association are the force for change. By listening to and working with people affected by stroke, they drive improvements in stroke care. Through initiatives such as the FAST campaign, developed with the Department of Health, they have been hugely successful in making more people aware of the signs of a stroke and the importance of taking emergency action.
Volunteering
Their fantastic volunteers play a vital role in the recovery of stroke survivors across the UK. They provide training and resources so that their volunteers are well equipped to help stroke survivors with their recovery and rehabilitation.
For full details please click here: Stroke Association
