We’re excited to announce the return of our in-person stroke community events this autumn and this year, we’re focusing on three words that matter deeply to stroke survivors: identity, experience and insight.

We are delighted to share the news that Professor Pankaj Sharma who has served as a medical advisor to Different Strokes for many years has been awarded an OBE in the King’s Birthday Honours 2025.

Join us on 2nd July in this FREE webinar and Q&A, led by Laura Barlow of Bolt Burdon Kemp.

We are delighted to announce that Richard Djan-Krofa has been awarded the 2025 Different Strokes Outstanding Contribution Award. This annual honour recognises a volunteer who has gone above and beyond in their service to the charity and wider stroke community. With more than 15 years of committed service, Richard is a truly deserving recipient.

We are proud to announce our Fundraising Heroes of 2025: the extraordinary Tom Collins Fundraising Team. This recognition honours not just their dedication to raising vital funds and awareness, but also the love, friendship and strength that has inspired a legacy of hope in the face of heartbreaking loss.
This is a story of friendship, family, grief and legacy.

We’re delighted to announce that Bridie Kirsopp has been awarded our Peer Support Champion Award, in recognition of her dedication, compassion and commitment to supporting fellow young stroke survivors. She is the perfect example of how lived experience can be transformed into meaningful support and advocacy for others.

Every year, Different Strokes recognises the remarkable achievements of our volunteers For 2025, we are proud to announce that the Peter Shave Volunteer of the Year Award goes to Sue Sandars, a passionate ambassador, a fearless campaigner, and an all-round inspiration.

We produce a newsletter twice a year to keep you up to date with stroke news from Different Strokes and further afield.

Join Our FREE Webinar: Women’s Health After Stroke – Friday 6th June at 10:30am Join us for an honest and supportive conversation about women’s health

We are launching the BASS Ambassador Program, a new volunteer initiative for stroke survivors from Black and South Asian backgrounds. 

We’re pleased to share a valuable opportunity exclusively for members of the Different Strokes community. Our corporate supporters at Irwin Mitchell LLP are offering a free legal clinic for stroke survivors, their families, and carers on Wednesday 28 May 2025

On April 6th, 18 amazing runners gathered in the heart of London to participate in the London Landmarks Half Marathon. This year’s event proved to be a spectacular success for Different Strokes, as the team of runners raised an incredible total of £18,599 to support younger stroke survivors and their families.