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Different Strokes is delighted to announce the return of its Glasgow Peer Support Group, providing a welcoming space for working-age stroke survivors, their families and friends to connect with others who understand life after stroke. The return of the Glasgow group also celebrates the legacy of the late Jack and Kathleen Molloy, who ran the […]

On Saturday 18th July, over 100 people gathered in Northamptonshire to mark 30 years of Different Strokes. Reclaiming Life After Stroke The day opened with a call-to-action address from our Ambassador, Sheila Chingono – delivering her keynote on her own birthday. Sheila first found Different Strokes 18 months ago, when she saw an event advertised

Free Webinar | Wednesday 22 July | 11:00am When someone you love has a stroke, life can change in an instant. Partners, spouses and family members often find themselves taking on new responsibilities, providing practical support, emotional reassurance and care throughout recovery. While caring for a loved one can be incredibly rewarding, it can also

During June we hosted a Community Event in London at the offices of Bolt Burdon Kemp.

Different Strokes is pleased to be partnering with specialist medical negligence law firm Fletcher’s Solicitors to offer a free online webinar for stroke survivors, families and carers.

Mike Caines Wins Different Strokes’ Outstanding Contribution Award 2026 For the past 14 years, Mike Caines has been a quiet constant behind Different Strokes. He has given his time and expertise to help the charity support younger stroke survivors across the UK.  Different Strokes is proud to recognise Mike with the Outstanding Contribution Award 2026,

At Different Strokes, we are proud to announce that Kari Edwards has been named our Fundraising Hero of 2026 after raising an incredible £2,382.86 to support younger stroke survivors. Kari, from Lancashire, was recognised not only for the amount raised, but for the way she brought together colleagues, friends, family and her wider community to

At Different Strokes, we are proud to announce that Jak Carr has been named our Peer Support Champion of 2026 in recognition of his contribution as a volunteer ambassador and supporter of working-age stroke survivors across the UK. Jak experienced an ischaemic stroke in March 2021 at the age of 47, during the height of

At Different Strokes, we are proud to announce that Paula Beddoe has been named the Peter Shave Volunteer of the Year 2026, in recognition of a decade of dedication to stroke survivors in Tipton, West Midlands. Her story began with a poster, a carton of milk, and a first meeting attended by just three people.