Local and online stroke support groups
Stroke support groups are a safe and supportive space to try things again, to learn more about stroke and self-care and to build your confidence as you rebuild your life after stroke. Stroke support groups meet in different ways, some are meeting face to face, others are providing support online. To get support and meet other people affected by stroke, click on the tabs below to see what’s available in your local area and online.
Support services
Our services are commissioned locally, and provide a variety of support options. Click on the ‘Support services’ tab below and type in your postcode.
Wimborne Road
POOLE
Dorset
BH15 2EX
We work together to improve communication skills and gain confidence in a friendly atmosphere, to make new friends and support their families. All our volunteers receive training and are DBS checked.
9 Sea Road
Milford on Sea
LYMINGTON
Hampshire
SO41 0PH
Our group welcomes people affected by stroke from anywhere within the New Forest, South West Hampshire/Dorset border areas.
Charlton
SHAFTESBURY
Dorset
SP7 0PL
We are a friendly group meeting twice a month and members find coming to the club helps them gain in confidence after their stroke.
Civic Centre, Testwood Lane
Totton
SOUTHAMPTON
Hampshire
SO40 3AP
The Totton Stroke Support Group offers support for stroke survivors, their families and friends through a range of social and recreational activities. There is communication support as well as physical exercise to help with rehabilitation and general well being.
West Street
Wilton
SALISBURY
Wiltshire
SP2 0DG
The Forum Stroke Club (Wilton) is a friendly group who welcome new members.
The Abbey
ROMSEY
Hampshire
SO51 8EP
Romsey Open Gate Stroke Club welcomes membership from people affected by stroke in Romsey and surrounding area. The group provides information and peer support and offers social and recreational activities including games, conversation, outings, talks and presentations by visiting speakers.
67 Stratford Road
SALISBURY
Wiltshire
SP1 3JP
The Onward Club was started in January 2004 and is a lively, friendly and very welcoming social club for anybody who has had a stroke, with particular help for those with communication difficulties.
Thornhill Park Road
SOUTHAMPTON
Hampshire
SO18 5TR
The Thornhill Stroke Support Group is a Stroke Association support group.
31 Titchfield Road
Stubbington
Hampshire
PO14 2JH
We are a friendly group open to all stroke survivors. Our members find our group gives them a chance to make friends, share information, get support and gain confidence.
Normandy Way
BRIDPORT
Dorset
DT6 3QF
We are a friendly group who enjoys a chat, coffee and cake. We also offer an art class once a month, outings and visits, speakers and musicians to entertain us, plus games, quizzes and exercises.
Winchester Road
Chandler's Ford
EASTLEIGH
Hampshire
SO53 2GJ
The group provides social and recreational activities. There's also communication support for people with aphasia and other communication disabilities caused by stroke, and physical exercises to help with rehabilitation. The group is supported by the Rotary Club of Chandlers Ford and Itchen Valley.
Simeon Room
Christchurch Road
WINCHESTER
Hampshire
SO23 9SR
This group is open to people from the Winchester area.
Sambourne Road
WARMINSTER
Wiltshire
BA12 8LB
Warminster and District Stroke Club welcomes membership from people affected by stroke in the Warminster and surrounding area. The group provides information and peer support and offers social and recreational activities including games, exercise, outings, talks and presentations by visiting speakers.
FROME
Somerset
BA11 3DE
The group provides support and encourages communication through social and recreational activities.
Charlton Rd
ANDOVER
Hampshire
SP10 3JH
This is a small, very friendly, active and totally supportive Stroke Aphasia Group in North West Hampshire.
Essex Close
CHARD
Somerset
TA20 1RH
Chard and Crewkerne After Stroke Group welcomes membership from people affected by stroke. The club provides information and peer support, rehabilitation, and offers social and recreational activities including games, exercise, outings, talks and presentations by visiting speakers.
Marisfield Place
Chichester
PO20 0PD
We are a small group of people with aphasia who meet once a month to chat over a tea, coffee and biscuit.
Love Lane
PETERSFIELD
Hampshire
GU31 4BW
We are a thriving group with a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Churchside
CHICHESTER
West Sussex
PO19 6FT
A FRIENDLY AND RELAXED DROP-IN WHERE YOU CAN MEET OTHER PEOPLE WITH APHASIA.
Tozer Way
CHICHESTER
West Sussex
PO19 7LG
Chichester Stroke Club provides aftercare and support to stroke survivors and their carers. Meetings are held weekly with physical and therapeutic stimulation through exercise, singing and massage; and mental stimulation through speakers, board games, quizzes and cards.
Pulteney Road
BATH
Avon
BA2 4EZ
The Choir is an opportunity to meet other people who have been affected by stroke and build confidence. They encourage, empower and support through music and song.
Bach Close
BASINGSTOKE
Hampshire
RG22 4JZ
Basingstoke Area Stroke Support Group welcomes membership from people affected by stroke in the Basingstoke area .
Newbridge Road
BATH
Avon
BA1 3NB
The Bath and Keynsham Stroke Peer Support Group is a Stroke Association group. It is a place where stroke survivors and their carers can meet other people in a similar situation, to socialise and discuss their experiences in an open, friendly manner. It is a very supportive group, where people can go and feel understood.
Parkway
BRIDGWATER
Somerset
TA6 4QZ
The aim of the Bridgwater Stroke Club is to provide a caring and happy environment for people from the area who have had a stroke and need help and support with communication and social activities.
Norton Fitzwarren
TAUNTON
Somerset
TA2 6RQ
The Taunton Stroke Club welcomes membership from people affected by stroke in the Taunton and surrounding area.