The Stroke Association is delighted to announce a new media partnership with the Daily Express Newspaper for the Life After Stroke Awards 2015. The annual Life After Stroke Awards, sponsored by TONI & GUY Charitable Foundation, honour the courage and dedication shown by stroke survivors, carers, volunteers and health professionals.
Croydon resident George Thanasoulias took on the Authentic Greek Marathon on Sunday 9 November with his friend Jordan Charlesworth in aid of the Stroke Association, after both their Grandfathers had devastating strokes.
George, 29, from Croydon sadly lost his Grandfather three years ago after a serve stroke. George said, “My granddad’s stroke had a huge impact on him and my family. I wanted to
A study presented at the 2014 UK Stroke Forum finds that unemployment and reduced government healthcare spending are factors which could put people at higher risk of dying from stroke.
A musician and stroke survivor from Leeds has received a Highly Commended Life After Stroke Award from the Stroke Association, in recognition of his determination and creativity.
A support group for stroke survivors in Stockport has brought new life to Kimberley Street Centre, by planting bulbs and seeds to brighten up the area for the local community.
The Sentinel Stroke National Audit Programme (SSNAP) has published two reports today (2nd December 2014) on the stroke services in the UK. The reports show that despite steady progress in the care of stroke patients there are challenges, in particular there are shortages of specialist stroke doctors and nurses.
Janine Williams, 47, was a self-employed dog groomer when she had her stroke in February 2014.She has no memory of her stroke occurring but remembers being in her client’s house.
Janine explained; “It was a normal day and I had no symptoms. I was chatting to my client when she asked me if I was ok. Apparently I told her I had a pain in my head then collapsed. She dialled 999 and I was rushed to
The Chandlers Ford Stroke Support Group are hosting their Christmas party at 2pm on Thursday 18 December, at the Velmore Centre, Chandlers Ford, and are inviting people from the local area to join in the festivities and learn more about the group.
A young stroke survivor from Leeds has received a Highly Commended Life After Stroke Award from the Stroke Association, in recognition of her courage and determination.
The Stroke Association Carol concert on the 12th December 2014 will provide the perfect start to everyone’s Christmas celebrations. The Carol Concert, which will feature the Sainsbury’s Choir, recently seen on a hit TV Show, will take place at All Saint’s Church in Mill Street Maidstone.
Green-fingered stroke survivors and carers in Preston are creating an accessible allotment, to enable the local community to enjoy gardening and grow their own fruit and vegetables.
Stroke Association comments on new research suggesting that Wii games could help stroke patients with their recovery
Royal Mail manager, Chris Wilkinson from Romiley, reached new heights on Saturday 08 November, when he took part in a zip slide across the AJ Bell Stadium to raise funds for the Stroke Association.
Courageous stroke survivor Heather Smyth, from Crewe, reached new heights on Saturday 08 November, when she soared across the AJ Bell Stadium to raise funds for the charity which supported her.
A volunteer from Colne has received a Highly Commended Life After Stroke Award from the Stroke Association, in recognition of more than 10 years of support for stroke survivors.
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Tenbury Wells son will tackle the Stroke Association’s Santa Scramble and Elf
Trail on Sunday 14 December, for his dad who had a devastating stroke in 2012.
Jake
Yarranton, 22, a production assistant
and cameraman at Hayfisher Productions, was inspired to sign up for
the Santa Scramble and Elf Trail after his father Dean Yarranton had a stroke
at the age of 49.
Dean
worked with his
A Fobbing
stroke survivor has been awarded a Highly Commended Life After Stroke
certificate from the Stroke Association.
John Mealand,
68, had a major stroke in 1998 which left him with left side paralysis, and in
a wheelchair. John was forced to leave his job as an electronics engineer, and
was cared for by his wife as he worked on his rehabilitation.
After a lot of
dedication and de
A fundraiser
from Suffolk has received a Highly Commended Life After Stroke Award from the
Stroke Association, in recognition of her courage and determination.
Mother
of two, Tracy Hanratta, 48, a receptionist from Bury St Edmunds received her
award on Friday 7 November. Tracy’s grandfather had a devastating stroke in October
2012, and sadly passed away. This is when Tracy took it upon her
A stroke survivor from Dukinfield has received a Highly Commended Life After Stroke Award from the Stroke Association, in recognition of her fundraising to support other stroke survivors.
A stroke survivor from Stalybridge has found her voice again, to perform with the Stroke Association’s Community Choir and mark World Stroke Day.
