We’re here to support people to rebuild their lives after stroke.
We’re driven by our community.
Luna's story
I was 20 and studying at university when I had a stroke. The doctors thought I was drunk because of my age. I wasn't diagnosed for 16 hours.
Clodagh's story
My stroke left me with locked-in syndrome. It felt like I was a prisoner in my own body, inside I was screaming but no one could hear me.
Max's story
I had a stroke at my seventh 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.
Dave's story
I was on a caravanning holiday with my wife when I had a stroke. Before, I was very practical and didn’t really show any emotion. Now I’m more likely to get upset or break down.
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.