Event pack for healthcare professionals
Planning a World Stroke Day activity in your practice, workplace or community? Our event pack includes everything you need to raise awareness of stroke and available support.
Digital resources for everyone to share
Help spread awareness of stroke and available support by downloading and sharing our resources. Display posters in your workplace or community, or share social media graphics.
What is World Stroke Day and when is it?
World Stroke Day takes place every year on 29 October. It's a global awareness day that brings people together to improve understanding of stroke. It focuses on prevention, treatment, recovery and the long-term impact stroke can have on people's lives.
Every 5 minutes in the UK someone has a stroke.
It can change a life in an instant. That's why we're here to provide stroke support for every survivor and their loved ones, for as long as it's needed.
Becki's story – stroke doesn't discriminate
Health and wellbeing coach Becki had a life-changing stroke while breastfeeding her three-week-old baby. After losing the use of the entire left side of her body, she is sharing her experience to show that stroke can happen to anyone, regardless of age or fitness.
Recovery is hard, but with support from the Stroke Association Becki is determined to keep moving forward. She says every cuddle with her children feels like a victory.
The work we do
Every year we support tens of thousands of stroke survivors, like Becki, with their recovery. We're the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for stroke survivors and their families. We also help people connect with others who understand the realities of life after stroke.
Without the Stroke Association, many stroke survivors would be at risk of becoming isolated, unsupported, and unaware of the resources available to help them. The organisation plays a crucial role in promoting independence, wellbeing and social connection.
Brian, Specialist Stroke Physiotherapist
Frequently asked questions for healthcare professionals
Healthcare professionals often ask us these questions about stroke, recovery, support and prevention.
We offer a range of support services, information and local connections to help stroke survivors and their loved ones navigate life after stroke. You can signpost patients to our support services and our patient resources and guides. These include practical guidance and recovery information as well as resources for children, young people and parents.
Yes. Stroke can affect emotional wellbeing as well as physical health. We provide information on common emotional effects after stroke, which includes coping strategies and guidance on where people can access further support.
Our stroke prevention for professionals resources include information on risk factors, healthy lifestyles and recognising stroke symptoms using FAST. We also provide free awareness materials, including wallet cards and leaflets.
We provide information, resources and guidance to help healthcare professionals support people affect by stroke.
- Sign up to our Professional Network newsletter for the latest news, resources, research findings, events, plus many other ways we can help you and your patients.
- Explore our healthcare professional pages for information and support.
- Access patient information and guides to share with people affected by stroke.
Stroke can happen at any age, including in younger adults and children.
We have information about stroke in younger adults, including causes, recovery, support and more.
We also have information and resources on childhood stroke.
Once you've ordered your free event pack, it will be delivered within three to five working days. Please note that delivery times may be slightly longer during the last week of September. The final date to order a pack is 16 October 2026.