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FREE Webinar: Sleep, Stroke and Recovery
Getting a good night’s sleep on a regular basis is something many stroke survivors struggle with. Sleep deprivation can affect both our mental and physical

FREE Webinar: Travelling After Stroke – From Planning to Adventure
Practical advice, accessible travel options and real-life experiences to help you travel with confidence after stroke. Travelling after a stroke, whether in the UK or

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

Kari Edwards Wins the Different Strokes Fundraising Hero Award of 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

Jak Carr Wins the Different Strokes Peer Support Champion Award of 2026
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

Paula Beddoe Wins the Different Strokes Peter Shave Volunteer of the Year 2026 Award
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

New Free Webinar: Relationships After Stroke
From partners and spouses to family members, friendships and even your relationship with yourself, stroke can have a profound impact on how we connect with others and navigate day-to-day life.
That’s why we’re pleased to invite you to our next free Different Strokes webinar

Different Strokes Named Round Table President’s National Charity of the Year
Different Strokes is proud to announce that we have been selected as the Round Table President’s National Charity of the Year for 2026–2027.

BASS Project Update: Spring 2026
The BASS Project has had an exciting start to 2026. With BASS Project Officer Rahael Kuruvilla now back in post.

Reclaim 2026: Celebrating 30 Years of Different Strokes
This year, Different Strokes turns 30. To mark the occasion, we’re bringing our community together for a special event: Reclaim 2026!

Stroke Doesn’t Care About Your Age: Download Our New Awareness Guide
Stroke isn’t just something that happens to older people. A quarter of all strokes in the UK happen to people of working age and stroke

National Lottery Funding to Support Stroke Survivors Across the UK
Different Strokes is delighted to have received a grant from the National Lottery Community Fund.