What is Housing adaptations

Social Services should be able to arrange for adaptations such as a ramp to take a wheelchair, or handrails alongside…

What is Support for relatives

Self-help relative groups have started up in many stroke clubs, day centres and hospitals because it was realised that relatives…

What is Sex

Some people are concerned that the excitement of sexual intercourse may bring on another stroke. This is unlikely. Medication given…

What is The family

Even a minor stroke will undermine the confidence of the patient. Relatives and friends can do a great deal to…

What is Day centre

Day centres are usually run by local authorities and provided handicrafts and                 …

What is Work and leisure

Returing to work after a stroke is usually easier for someone who has a             …

What is Driving

The main reason for being unable to drive again after a stroke are perceptual             …

What is Public transport

Going out on buses is easiest at quiet times of the day when they are less crowded. Try to choose…