Other support in our area

Signposting you to a range of specialist information, support and activities

Publications and Resources 

The Stroke Association has many useful resources and publications on stroke. 

There is also a useful free training resource called STARS - Stroke Training and Awareness Resources

Local and national organisations

We work closely with a wide variety of other organisations locally that complement our activities. Your Stroke Support Coordinator will be able to help you identify and access other appropriate and specialist help in our area.

Stroke Association - national charity providing information, research and public policy advocacy

Different Strokes - peer support & exercise groups for younger stroke affected people

Carers Support Centre - advice, information and support for carers

LinkAge Bristol - groups & activities connecting older people 

Age UK Bristol and AgeUK South Gloucestershire - advice, information and services for older people

Interact Stroke Support - reading & performances for people affected by stroke

UWE Bristol ReVoice Choir - singing group for people with aphasia and their families

MS Therapy Centre - treatments & therapies for people living with MS and other neurological conditions

Headway Bristol - information, support and services for people with brain injury & their carers

St Monica Trust - accommodation, care and services for older people in the West of England

Anchor Society - supporting isolated and lonely older people in Bristol and the surrounding area

Healthwatch Bristol and Healthwatch South Gloucestershire - health and social care services

West of England Care & Repair - home improvement & other practical services

Driving & Mobility Centre West of England - helping you stay independently mobile

Remap - custom-made equipment for disabled people