Different Strokes - Stroke Support UK@diffstrokes

We’re a UK charity supporting working-age stroke survivors and their families to reclaim their lives. Donate: differentstrokes.co.uk/donat…

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differentstrokes.co.uk
Joined June 2009
Our befrienders are available to offer 1:1 support and advice to other young stroke survivors for our Befriender Hour sessions. There’s one tonight! Monday 28 September, 7.00pm to 8.00pm, Kyra For more information visit buff.ly/xZsFVaT
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We’re incredibly proud of our BASS Ambassador Sheila Chingono, who will be speaking at @IrwinMitchell's Working After Brain Injury 2026 event. 📅 13 Oct 2026 Find out more: buff.ly/ed8iuGz
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Our befrienders are available to offer 1:1 support and advice to other young stroke survivors for our Befriender Hour sessions. There’s one tomorrow! Monday 28 September, 7.00pm to 8.00pm, Kyra For more information visit buff.ly/xZsFVaT
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"One of the hardest parts was realising that life wasn’t going to be exactly the same as before. Now there are things I can’t do or can’t do in the same way. I can’t drive because of my epilepsy, and work is more complicated than it used to be." buff.ly/reTwQPg
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Have you experienced seizures, or do you support someone who has? Researchers are looking for people aged 18+ to help shape the future of seizure care. Share your experiences, help co-design solutions and influence future services. Interested? Email cft.cider@nhs.net
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Taking part in stroke-related research is a great way of using your own experiences to help improve the quality of life for people affected by stroke. Please contact the specific researcher using the details provided on our website more information. buff.ly/r8UJvyS
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We're delighted to share that £11,000 raised at this year's Celebration of Speed Pre-Festival Charity Gala Dinner will be donated to Different Strokes.Thank you to everyone who attended, donated and supported the event, and to Jennie Gow for nominating us as a beneficiary charity
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Don't forget that you can join us and other stroke survivors at our virtual meetings - and there's one today, Tue 22 Sept – 1:30pm For more information visit buff.ly/C0rSSMb
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Just a reminder that you can join us and other stroke survivors at our virtual meetings - and there's one tomorrow, Tue 22 Sept – 1:30pm For more information visit buff.ly/C0rSSMb
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Join us for a free online webinar about aphasia. 📅 Wednesday 14 October 🕙 10am 💻 Online Free to attend. Book your place today. buff.ly/KMjLYPY #Aphasia #StrokeRecovery #StrokeAwareness
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"But what nobody prepared me for was the emotional impact. The focus was very much on surviving and recovering physically. Nobody really prepared me for grieving." Read Emily's story: buff.ly/CBlBdjN #SurvivorStory #StrokeSurvivor #NotJustTheElderly #DifferentStrokes
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Taking part in stroke-related research is a great way of using your own experiences to help improve the quality of life for people affected by stroke. Please contact the specific researcher using the details provided on our website more information. buff.ly/r8UJvyS
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Our befrienders are available to offer 1:1 support and advice to other young stroke survivors for our Befriender Hour sessions. There’s one tonight! Wednesday 16 September, 7.00pm to 8.00pm, Joshua For more information visit buff.ly/xZsFVaT
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Our befrienders are available to offer 1:1 support and advice to other young stroke survivors for our Befriender Hour sessions. There’s one tomorrow! Wednesday 16 September, 7.00pm to 8.00pm, Joshua For more information visit buff.ly/xZsFVaT
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"I was so angry I couldn’t speak, that I was tired all the time, that I couldn’t move my face or smile properly. I was really upset about it and had the same cry of “Why me? Why did this have to happen to me? It’s not fair!” almost everyday." buff.ly/wffVYH1
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Taking part in stroke-related research is a great way of using your own experiences to help improve the quality of life for people affected by stroke. Please contact the specific researcher using the details provided on our website more information. buff.ly/r8UJvyS
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Last week, volunteers Kyra and Ingrid joined a stroke prevention outreach event at Midland Metropolitan University Hospital to raise awareness of stroke and Different Strokes. #StrokePrevention #KnowYourNumbers #DifferentStrokes
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We're bringing you a free Community Event Sheffield, giving stroke survivors the chance to come together, share experiences and connect with others who understand life after stroke. 📅 Sheffield – Friday 25 September Book: buff.ly/4Ss3med #LifeAfterStroke
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Our befrienders are available to offer 1:1 support and advice to other young stroke survivors for our Befriender Hour sessions. There’s one tonight! Monday 7 September, 7.00pm to 8.00pm, Bridie For more information visit buff.ly/xZsFVaT
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Don't forget that you can join us and other stroke survivors at our virtual meetings - and there's one today, Mon 7 Sept – 11:30 am For more information visit buff.ly/C0rSSMb
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Our befrienders are available to offer 1:1 support and advice to other young stroke survivors for our Befriender Hour sessions. There’s one tomorrow! Monday 7 September, 7.00pm to 8.00pm, Bridie For more information visit buff.ly/xZsFVaT
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Just a reminder that you can join us and other stroke survivors at our virtual meetings - and there's one tomorrow, Mon 7 Sept – 11:30 am For more information visit buff.ly/C0rSSMb
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"I wasn’t the same person I had been before – and if I’m honest, I’m not the same person now either. But I don’t see that as a bad thing. In many ways, I’m stronger than I was before." buff.ly/xlVub58 #StrokeSurvivor #NotJustTheElderly #DifferentStrokes #SurvivorStory
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A big thank you to our Ashford group who recently attended a Kennington Town Council community event to raise awareness of stroke and Different Strokes. 💙 #DifferentStrokesCommunity #StrokeSurvivor #StrokeSupport
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Our befrienders are available to offer 1:1 support and advice to other young stroke survivors for our Befriender Hour sessions. There’s one tonight! Thursday 3 September, 7.00pm to 8.00pm, Alicia For more information visit buff.ly/xZsFVaT
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Taking part in stroke-related research is a great way of using your own experiences to help improve the quality of life for people affected by stroke. Please contact the specific researcher using the details provided on our website more information. buff.ly/r8UJvyS
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Our befrienders are available to offer 1:1 support and advice to other young stroke survivors for our Befriender Hour sessions. There’s one tomorrow! Thursday 3 September, 7.00pm to 8.00pm, Alicia For more information visit buff.ly/xZsFVaT
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Our befrienders are available to offer 1:1 support and advice to other young stroke survivors for our Befriender Hour sessions. There’s one today! Wednesday 2 September, 2.00pm to 3.00pm, Rahael For more information visit buff.ly/gCv1MgV
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Our befrienders are available to offer 1:1 support and advice to other young stroke survivors for our Befriender Hour sessions. There’s one tomorrow! Wednesday 2 September, 2.00pm to 3.00pm, Rahael For more information visit buff.ly/xZsFVaT
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"Before my stroke, I thought I understood what hard work felt like. Stroke fatigue was something entirely different." Read Richard's Story on our website today. buff.ly/MBOlOaf #SurvivorStory #StrokeSurvivor #DifferentStrokes #NotJustTheElderly
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Have questions about medical negligence, delayed diagnosis or treatment after stroke? Leading brain injury specialist Ipek Tugcu from Bolt Burdon Kemp is offering free confidential legal consultations to the Different Strokes community. 📧 ipektugcu@bbkllp.co.uk to book. 💙
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Taking part in stroke-related research is a great way of using your own experiences to help improve the quality of life for people affected by stroke. Please contact the specific researcher using the details provided on our website more information. buff.ly/zBjNS5R
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Could your story help another stroke survivor? We're looking for Black and South Asian stroke survivors to share their experiences of life after stroke. Your story could help raise awareness, challenge misconceptions and show others they're not alone. buff.ly/GBJT4Ja
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Do you experience post-stroke fatigue? Researchers at the University of Leeds are looking for stroke survivors aged 18-65 to take part in a study exploring how fatigue affects people after stroke. To find out more, contact: A.R.Bonser@leeds.ac.uk #StrokeResearch
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Don't forget that you can join us and other stroke survivors at our virtual meetings - and there's one today, Friday 21st August 2026 – 11:00 am For more information visit buff.ly/i19C0wB
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Just a reminder that you can join us and other stroke survivors at our virtual meetings - and there's one tomorrow, Friday 21st August 2026 – 11:00 am For more information visit buff.ly/i19C0wB
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Taking part in stroke-related research is a great way of using your own experiences to help improve the quality of life for people affected by stroke. Please contact the specific researcher using the details provided on our website more information. buff.ly/zBjNS5R
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Lisa from our Ashford, Kent group recently met with Labour MP Sojan Joseph at Lake House Kent Wellbeing CIC to discuss support for stroke survivors and raise awareness of life after stroke. Thank you to everyone involved for supporting our community. 💙 #DifferentStrokes
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We're getting a head start on #WorldStrokeDay 2026. This year's theme is Information Saves Lives and we're inviting our community to help spread vital stroke information across the UK. Order a free leaflet pack or event pack and get involved today. buff.ly/GBc8XC3
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"I lost most of my sight as a result of the stroke, with just less than half vision in my left eye remaining. Part of my rehab was training me to scan with my remaining eye, checking for obstructions as I walked." buff.ly/SvNhL7G #SurvivorStory #StrokeSurvivor #
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Community Events are back this September! Join us in Bristol or Sheffield for a free event bringing younger stroke survivors together to connect & share experiences Places are limited. Book early! 💙 buff.ly/0n7c2aC #LifeAfterStroke #StrokeSupport #DifferentStrokes
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Taking part in stroke-related research is a great way of using your own experiences to help improve the quality of life for people affected by stroke. Please contact the specific researcher using the details provided on our website more information. buff.ly/zBjNS5R
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Take on a challenge in 2027 with Team Different Strokes! Charity places available in the Hackney Half, Hampton Court Palace Half, Oxford Half, Yorkshire Marathon, Bath Half, Manchester Marathon, Edinburgh Marathon and Brighton Marathon. buff.ly/DyLgn9d
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Sometimes, you just need someone who understands. Our Advice Line is staffed by stroke survivors who can listen, share experiences, offer advice and point you in the right direction. Call 0345 130 7172 or email info@differentstrokes.co.uk.
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Don't forget that you can join us and other stroke survivors at our virtual meetings - and there's one today, Monday 10th August 2026 – 2:00 pm For more information visit buff.ly/i19C0wB
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Just a reminder that you can join us and other stroke survivors at our virtual meetings - and there's one tomorrow, Monday 10th August 2026 – 2:00 pm For more information visit buff.ly/i19C0wB
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We're proud to support the Neurological Alliance's open letter calling for urgent action on the specialist neurological workforce. Read the open letter: buff.ly/X79dFTW
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Taking part in stroke-related research is a great way of using your own experiences to help improve the quality of life for people affected by stroke. Please contact the specific researcher using the details provided on our website more information. buff.ly/zBjNS5R
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What’s one of the most common emotional changes after stroke? Depression or anxiety. Emotional changes after stroke are common and valid. Support is available through peer groups, counselling, your GP, and others who understand. You don't have to face it alone.
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AD| Has your listening changed since your stroke? Researchers at UCL are looking for people who have had a right-sided stroke to take part in a study exploring how the brain responds to speech: chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/buff.ly/yis139e
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