Join us on Instagram this July for our Befriender Sessions!
Our team of volunteer befrienders, all young stroke survivors themselves is available to offer 1:1 support & advice
Tonight! Thursday 2nd July at 7pm – Bridie
For more information visit
https://t.co/qwenZ58VSF
Join us on Instagram this July for our Befriender Sessions!
Our team of volunteer befrienders, all young stroke survivors themselves is available to offer 1:1 support & advice
Tomorrow! Thursday 2nd July at 7pm – Bridie
For more information visit
https://t.co/qwenZ58VSF
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our London Community Event.
There were great conversations, new connections, plenty of laughter and a fantastic seated exercise session with John Suppiah. We can't wait to get back on the road with more Community Events in September.
Final call for Reclaim 2026!
Ticket sales close 5 July. Join younger stroke survivors and families for a day of inspiration, connection and support.
Don't miss out. Book now before sales end. https://t.co/tjRvU1aXEy
#StrokeSurvivor#UKStrokeEvent#NotJustTheElderly
Don't forget that you can join us and other stroke survivors at our virtual meetings - and there's one today (and shortly), Monday 29th June – 11.30am
For more information visit https://t.co/sFdlOGbacE
Just a reminder that you can join us and other stroke survivors at our virtual meetings - and there's one tomorrow,
Monday 29th June – 11.30am
For more information visit https://t.co/sFdlOGbacE
Three and a half years after a stroke at age 30, David shares an honest reflection on recovery, resilience and accepting that life may never be the same.
A powerful reminder that progress doesn't have to be perfect.
https://t.co/GFZasjlYaA
#StrokeSurvivor#StrokeRecovery
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.
https://t.co/N0dT4Wimk8
We are delighted to welcome Odstock Medical Ltd as a Rehabilitation Partner.
Odstock Medical is the UK’s leading provider of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) and is already well known to many stroke survivors.
To find out more visit: https://t.co/x1YbH4NzSC
Our team of volunteer befrienders, all young stroke survivors themselves is available to offer 1:1 support & advice
Tomorrow! Monday 20th July at 7pm – Bridie
For more information visit
https://t.co/qwenZ58VSF
☀️ Due to the hot weather, some Different Strokes group meetings may be cancelled, postponed or moved online.
Please check with your local group organiser before travelling.
💧 Stay hydrated
❤️ Put your wellbeing first
🧢 Keep cool and stay safe
Hot weather can be tough on our bodies – and if you’re recovering from a stroke, you may be more sensitive to heat or dehydration. Here are some simple tips to keep safe and comfortable during the heatwave.
Take care of yourself.
#StrokeRecovery#HeatwaveSafety
⏰ Interested in running the London Marathon for Different Strokes?
We need to know by THIS THURSDAY!
The marathon is moving to a two-day event, giving us the chance to apply for more charity places.
📧 Email [email protected] to register your interest. 💙
Every week, one of our volunteer befrienders goes live on Instagram to answer questions, share tips, or just have a friendly chat. Drop in, submit questions via Stories, or DM during the session.
Tomorrow
Mon 22 June at 7pm – Joshua
For more visit:
https://t.co/wLY1Lh6Xqp
AD| Stroke survivors wanted for research at the University of Exeter.
Take part in a 30-minute online interview to help improve how anxiety and depression are identified after stroke: https://t.co/Wp5pp774Jo
Every week, one of our volunteer befrienders goes live on Instagram to answer questions, share tips, or just have a friendly chat. Drop in, submit questions via Stories, or DM during the session.
Tomorrow
Mon 22 June at 7pm – Joshua
For more visit:
https://t.co/wLY1Lh6Xqp
"The stroke took something much more immediate from me: my words, my coordination, my ability to just be the person I had always been."
Read Ernie's story on our website today. https://t.co/giH4oIFMqI
#StrokeSurvivor#SurvivorStory#DifferentStrokes
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.
https://t.co/N0dT4Wimk8
Huge thanks to the HPEFS UKI team who raised an incredible £1,445.91 for Different Strokes with their Bike-a-thon during Stroke Awareness Month!
Inspired by colleague Alicia, who had a stroke at 23 and is now relearning to ride a bike. 💙 #StrokeAwareness
It's easy to compare yourself to others, but your journey is your own. Whether your progress feels fast, slow, visible or invisible, every step forward matters.
💙 Be kind to yourself. Progress is progress, no matter what it looks like.
#StrokeRecovery#StrokeSurvivor