Stroke

Every year, an estimated 150,000 people in the UK have a stroke. That's one person every 5 minutes.

A stroke, is the single most common cause of severe disability, they are sudden and can have a devastating effect on your life. Perhaps you are a family member or friend who has also in some way been affected.

At Life Well Link (01789 416959) we are here to help you.

We can provide up to date, good quality information and time to sit and listen to any worries or concerns that you may be having. We can also direct you to other organisations who can also provide you with the help you may need.

Here are a few other websites that may be of help:

Stroke Association
www.stroke.org.uk
Stroke Helpline: 0845 3033 100
Email: info@stroke.org.uk

Age Concern
www.ageconcern.co.uk

Different Strokes
(A charity set up by younger stroke survivors for younger stroke survivors)
www.differentstrokes.co.uk

Headway
(A charity supporting people with brain injury and those who care for them)
www.headway.org.uk
Free Helpline: 0808 800 2244

Carers UK
www.carersuk.org