A complete guide to stroke for employers

Resource type: Information leaflet
One in four strokes in the UK happen to people of working age, but with the right support and guidance many people successfully return to work after a stroke. If you have an employee who is…

Benefits and financial assistance

Resource type: Information leaflet
Coping with the aftermath of stroke can be tough. You and your family may suddenly be faced with financial difficulties, especially if you are no longer able to work. If you have a disability, you…

Communication Licence

Resource type: Information leaflet
This two-page communication licence displays your individual needs. This handy leaflet can be placed in visible places, such as on the fridge or at the front of your care plan. This will help carers…

How to reduce your risk of a stroke

Resource type: Information leaflet
A stroke can happen to anyone, at any age, so it's vital to understand your own risk of a stroke. This guide gives clear and simple information about what can cause a stroke, and some of the…

When someone is seriously ill or dying after a stroke

Resource type: Information leaflet
This guide is for the family and friends of someone who is seriously unwell after a stroke. As well as medical questions, we also cover some of the things you may need to know about making decisions…

Accommodation after stroke

Resource type: Information leaflet
This guide offers practical guidance to help you choose the right accommodation after a stroke. It outlines some of your options, including making adjustments to your existing home, and living in a…

A carer's guide to stroke

Resource type: Information leaflet
When someone close to you has a stroke, they usually need ongoing help and support after they return home from hospital. But caring for a stroke survivor can be challenging. Feelings of exhaustion…

High blood pressure and stroke

Resource type: Information leaflet
High blood pressure is the biggest risk factor for stroke. On top of the 9.5 million people diagnosed with high blood pressure in the UK, there are around 5.5 million people who don't know they have…

Problems with memory and thinking after a stroke

Resource type: Information leaflet
A stroke can affect the way your brain organises and stores information, and this can affect your memory and thinking.This guide talks about some common problems that can happen because of this and…

Blood-thinning medication and stroke

Resource type: Information leaflet
Blood-thinning medications reduce your risk of stroke by helping to prevent blood clots from forming. You might be prescribed them after a transient ischaemic attack (TIA) or a stroke caused by a…