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Top tips for family, friends, carers and anyone offering support to stroke survivors. Following these easy steps will help you better support them in their life after stroke.

Stroke Association trainer Doug Youngson answers some frequently asked questions about caring for stroke survivor.

Around a third of stroke survivors suffer from aphasia, a language disorder which can affect speech, comprehension and reading and writing skills. The Stroke Association has the skills and experience to help people with these communication disabilities.

During the coronavirus pandemic, more of us have turned to technology to keep in touch with family and friends. But for lots of stroke survivors, especially those with communication difficulties including aphasia, getting online can be a struggle. This can leave them feeling lonely and isolated.

Find out what types of activities John Smejka takes part in when he volunteers.

Information, support and organisations related to childhood stroke.

Childhood stroke can have an effect on the whole family. Parents often feel a range of emotions from shock and bewilderment to feelings of isolation and frustration. On this page, we offer a list of useful tips that will help you to cope with the effects of stroke on you and your family.

The Childhood Stroke Project is a collaboration between the Stroke Association and the Evelina London Children's Hospital.

On this page, you can find a selection of articles from past editions of Stroke News magazine, including more stories from stroke survivors.

A stroke survivor who says his life has been turned upside down is backing a campaign to raise awareness of the impact of having a stroke at a young age.