Locked-in syndrome after brain stem stroke
A stroke in the brain stem can cause the very rare condition of locked-in syndrome, where the person is conscious but unable to move apart from their eyes.
Stroke Association voluntary groups
Stroke Association Voluntary Groups are supported by a range of resources and specialist training opportunities.
Independent affiliated stroke clubs
Affiliated Independent Stroke Clubs are supported by a wide range of resources and specialist training opportunities.
Voices in Partnership
Become a member of our exciting new group - Voices in Partnership.
UKOTRF Early Researcher Award 2015 for Mrs Jane Horne, Stroke Association Postdoctoral Fellow
Wednesday 15 July 2015
UK Early Researcher Award for Mrs Jane Horne, Stroke Association Postgraduate Fellow
Peer support for people affected by stroke
In the UK, there are over 500 stroke clubs and groups providing support to around 16,000 people affected by stroke. These groups offer social support, promote independence and reduce the risk of isolation.
BBC 5 Live Daily from the Life After Stroke Centre
Thursday 5 March 2015
BBC 5 Live Daily looked at the great work we do in the Life After Stroke Centre. Find out more about some of the topics that were covered, including information on stroke, services near you and how you can support the charity.
Life After Stroke campaign summary
Resource type: Campaign report
Publication type: Campaigns
Find out what life is really like after a stroke in our Life After Stroke campaign summary.
Next steps after a stroke
Resource type: Information leaflet
Publication type: Stroke information
A guide for people who have had a stroke, produced by the Stroke Association. It's packed with information on the effects of stroke, stroke recovery and rehabilitation, and life after stroke.
Our role in new We Are Undefeatable campaign
Thursday 29 August 2019
The Stroke Association has joined forces with 14 other charities and Sport England to launch a new campaign: “We Are Undefeatable”. The campaign aims to support people living with health conditions to build physical activity and exercise into their lives and to celebrate every victory, big or small.