We’re here to support people to rebuild their lives after stroke.
Watch our Rebuilding Lives TV advert
Watch our new TV advert and find out more about the six amazing stroke survivors it features.
We’re driven by our community.
Alisha's story
When I was 26 I had a stroke that left me unable to read, write or walk. Losing my speech felt like being in a bubble. You feel trapped in yourself.
Erin's story
I was 29 when I had a haemorrhagic stroke. In about half a second there was a bang in my head, a contained explosion. I later found out it was a blood vessel that had burst.
Max's story
I had a stroke at my 7th birthday party. I got a pain on the right side of my head but I couldn’t cry because I lost my voice.
Nick's story
I used to be Chief Executive of the Institute of Financial Planning but in 2013 I had a major stroke which left me with aphasia, a communication difficulty. The Stroke Association helped me with my rehabilitation and ever since I have been fundraising for them.
Amber's story
I had a massive stroke after my first year at university. The doctors told me I’d be in a wheelchair for the rest of my life, but I’m stubborn. I learnt to walk and talk again and I now volunteer for the Stroke Association.
Bill's story
I had my stroke two weeks after I retired from the police force. I've used My Stroke Guide as part of my general recovery and it's helped me to make sense of my stroke.
We help peoplewhen they need it most.
Meet Ian, a stroke survivor and stroke group chairperson.
1.2 million
stroke survivors in the UK.
Meet Lydia, a Stroke Coordinator for Southampton.
100,000
strokes a year. That's one every five minutes.
Meet Lucy, one of our Helpline Information Officers.
£10
could allow a stroke survivor to attend an art therapy group.
Your help makes all of this possible
Donations
With more donations and support from you, we can reach more people who need us.
Volunteering
The support of our volunteers allows us to reach more people affected by stroke.