Roshan's Story: Stroke 6 months ago, aged 52.
In this open and honest and inspiring chat, Sheelagh from the Different Strokes team meets with Roshan. Roshan was a busy taxi driver working in London when he had a stroke aged 52.
Roshan shares how his ongoing struggles with weight, stress, smoking, and diabetes contributed to his life-changing stroke. He shares what life is like now he can no longer swallow and is being peg fed.
They discuss how a post in the Different Strokes online group inspired him to share his love of cooking. in the form of now popular cooking videos (our very own TV chef) – despite not being able to eat what he makes. He also shared his exciting plans for the future.
TW: There is some discussion around suicide.

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