We want to know the impact Different Strokes has on the lives of younger stroke survivors and their families and that’s why each year we produce our Social Impact Report. We use feedback from our annual survey of beneficiaries, case studies and social return on investment calculations to ensure that we are offering services that truly make a difference.
The heart of what we do
To ensure that stroke survivors and their families continue to be at the heart of what we do we produce an annual survey that is open to stroke survivors, family members, friends, carers and health professionals. We want to know if the services that we offer are meeting the needs of our community. The insight that this provides helps us ensure that we continue to deliver services that are relevant and from the heart.
Accountability matters
We cultivate a culture of transparency and want to ensure that anyone who invests in our charity, whether through fundraising, volunteering or partnerships can know that their investment is in safe hands. We combine data and social return on investment methodology to calculate how effectively we are using funds and how our services are impacting on the people that they support.

Different Strokes Glasgow Peer Support Group Returns
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

30 Years of Different Strokes:A Day of Connection, An Evening of Celebration
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

Upcoming Webinar: Looking After Yourself While Caring for Someone After Stroke
Free Webinar | Wednesday 22 July | 11:00am When someone you love has a stroke, life can change in an instant. Partners, spouses and family

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

Free Webinar: Medical Negligence & Rehabilitation After Stroke
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 the 2026 Different Strokes Outstanding Contribution Award
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





