Childhood stroke can affect babies (including in the womb), children and young people. Several hundred children are diagnosed with strokes every year in the UK. Here you will find support, information and helpful resources to help you understand childhood stroke.
If you've been affected by childhood stroke, you might find it helpful to speak to one of our trained parent volunteers, sign up to our parent to parent volunteer calls who have a wide range of experiences to share.
Useful links
Emotional and behavioural changes after childhood stroke
Find out how a stroke can affect a child's emotions and behaviours, memory, concentration, communication, mobility and vision, and lead to fatigue.
Stroke in childhood clinical guidelines
Read the stroke in childhood clinical guidelines for diagnosis, management and rehabilitation.
Clinical guidelines for parents, carers and families
This guideline is for parents, carers, and families of children and young people who
have had a stroke. It is based on the Stroke in childhood clinical guidelines.
have had a stroke. It is based on the Stroke in childhood clinical guidelines.
Stroke in unborn and newborn babies (perinatal stroke)
Here you'll learn about stroke in the womb or soon after birth, and how it may affect a child’s development in different ways.
Useful tips for you and your family
Childhood stroke can have an effect on the whole family. Here you'll find tips to help everyone come to terms with what has happened.
Toolkit for teachers and childcare professionals
Here you'll find practical tools for teachers and childcare professionals who are supporting children affected by stroke. Parents may find these useful too.
Parent-to-Parent Volunteer Calls
Here you will find information about parent-to-parent volunteer calls. You can speak to another parent / guardian who understands what you are going through.
Benefits and financial help after a stroke
Many people find that their finances suffer after a stroke. This page is about the main types of financial help available, and where to go for individual advice.