Stroke Helpline
If you’ve been affected by stroke, our Stroke Helpline is here to support you you. We can offer advice, support and guidance, and we can answer your questions about stroke.
Mood and emotional changes
How aphasia may affect your mood and emotions.
The first anniversary of my stroke
Tuesday 21 June 2016
Young stroke survivor Emily Curry reflects on her life a year after her stroke.
Treatment and therapy
Browse through a list of organisations that can provide support and information on treatment and therapy options.
Service quality and performance
Find out about our Stroke Helpline and Information Service, the service standards we work to, and how we perform against these.
Circle exclusive: Research, the next frontier
Professors Fiona Rowe and Audrey Bowen, and Dr Emma Patchwood are at the forefront of transforming stroke care for generations of stroke survivors - thanks to gifts left in the Wills of people like you.
Reducing the risk of stroke
Browse through a list of organisations that can provide support and information about reducing the risk of stroke.
Aphasia recovery
Aphasia is a long-term condition and many people will continue to need support for several years after its onset. However, with the right tools and support, even someone with severe aphasia can continue to communicate effectively.
Can cannabis-based products like CBD oil help after stroke?
Wednesday 22 January 2020
In recent years, legal cannabis-based products containing cannabidiol (CBD), have become more available. Could these help stroke survivors to cope with problematic effects of stroke?
Types of stroke
Find out more about the different types of stroke and why they happen.