Childhood stroke changes the lives of children and their families in an instant. It can happen at any age, affecting babies (including in the womb), children and young people. More than 400 children are diagnosed with strokes every year in the UK. 

You can find out more about childhood and perinatal stroke in our childhood stroke section of the website.

What we offer you 

We understand that the impacts of stroke are different for every child and family and that they change as a child gets older.

That’s why our dedicated Childhood Stroke Support team is here: to support you with practical information on a wide range of topics and emotional support, whenever you need us.

You can also talk to us about how you're feeling. We’re here to listen, and to talk through the things that matter most to you or are on your mind. You can chat with a member of our team by phone, email or video call – whatever works for you.  

Whether you’re looking for one-off support or feel you would benefit from support on a regular basis, you can talk to us about any questions or concerns you may have, however big or small. Let us help you make sense of your child’s stroke and its impacts, and to access the support that’s available to you.  

Who we support 

Children and young people who have had a stroke.

- Parents, carers or guardians.

- Family members.

- Teachers and childcare professionals.

- Other professionals who work with or support children and their families affected by stroke in childhood. 

How can I get support?

You can fill out the form below and we'll get in touch.

Alternatively, you can call us on 0303 3033 100, or email us at childhoodstroke@stroke.org.uk. You can also visit our childhood stroke information and resources online.

The service is free and available across the UK.  

If you’re a parent, carer or guardian and would prefer to send this information via email, you can download this form

If you’re a professional and would prefer to send this information via email, you can download this form. To help you signpost families to support, you can download our information leaflet and introductory card to share with your patients. You can also download a poster, which could be displayed in communal waiting areas or kitchens available for family use.

Referral form:

Child's details

In what capacity are you referring this child?
Child's gender
Child's address

Contact details

Please provide details for the main person to contact
Does this person have parental responsibility for the child?
Is the main contact's address the same as the child's address listed above?
Main contact address
Are there any accessibility needs you would like us to be aware of?
If we can't get hold of you, is there someone else you'd like us to speak with?
Please provide details for the main person to contact
Do they have parental responsibility for the child?
Is the secondary contact's address the same as the child's address listed above?
Secondary contact's address
Are there any accessibility needs you would like us to be aware of for this secondary contact?

Availability

Please let us know when's best to talk to the main contact. Please select as many days and times that work.

Please note:

AM means between 9am - 12pm (10am - 1pm on Saturday).
PM means between 12pm - 5pm.
EVENING means between 5pm - 6pm.

Please select availability

Stroke details

GP address

Your details

Is the main contact aware this referral has been made to Childhood Stroke Service?