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Evesham stroke support group calls out for new members
An Evesham stroke group is calling out for new members to join them and help provide local stroke survivors with vital support.
Evesham Stroke Support Group was created in partnership with the Stroke Association, and is run by volunteers, to help people in the area rebuild their lives a life after stroke. The group meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month, from 10am - 12pm at Wallace House Community Centre on Oat Street in Evesham.
The group provides an opportunity for stroke survivors to meet other people affected by stroke and share their experiences. Members can also access information about stroke with details of local services as well as enjoy games and quizzes, music and exercise sessions.
Claire Sandalls recently took over as chairperson of the group. She said: “We currently have around 20 members who come along to socialise with other people who have been affected by stroke. It’s really helpful for stroke survivors to chat to others who have had similar experiences and know they’re not alone. We’d love to see more stroke survivors and carers from around the area come along and join us at the group.”
Jodie Drust, Community Development and Partnership Officer from the Stroke Association said: “It’s hugely important that stroke survivors feel supported in their local community as they are on the road to recovery. Local groups like Evesham Stroke Support Group offer invaluable social support. We really appreciate the important role of our clubs and groups and the vital work they do in their local communities.”
To find out more about the group, call Claire on 07745 566 043. For more information about stroke, ring the Helpline on 0303 30 33 100 or visit www.stroke.org.uk.
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A stroke is a brain attack which happens when the blood supply to the brain is cut off, caused by a clot or bleeding in the brain. There are around 152,000 strokes in the UK every year and it is one of the largest causes of disability. There are over 1.2 million people in the UK living with the effects of stroke.
Stroke Association is a charity. We believe in life after stroke and together we can conquer stroke. We work directly with stroke survivors and their families and carers, with health and social care professionals and with scientists and researchers. We campaign to improve stroke care and support people to make the best recovery they can. We fund research to develop new treatments and ways of preventing stroke. The Stroke Helpline (0303 303 3100) provides information and support on stroke. More information can be found at www.stroke.org.uk
