How can family help?

Family carers can learn the practical measures needed to look after someone recovering from a stroke, but they will be facing mental and emotional changes too, which can be more difficult to deal with.



After a stroke, stress, anxiety, feelings of grief and other psychological changes are inevitable. These can cause depression in the person who has had a stroke and the whole family. It’s important that carers don’t let these negative feelings get in the way of recovery and rehabilitation.

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• Be as patient as you can - progress can seem very slow sometimes, but people can continue to recover for years after a stroke.
• Look after your own health - get enough sleep and make sure you eat properly.
• Keep up with your own hobbies and social activities - you need a life outside your home.
• Ask for help - find out what services and resources are available and use them.

Links
Going to hospital
Returning home
Health professionals
Social services
Disability and sickness benefits
Stroke Association services
Going back to work
Driving

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