@bristolafterstroke.bsky.social
A charity working across Bristol and South Gloucestershire supporting people on their recovery journey, and their carers, following a stroke.
A few photos from Brian and Janet's Christmas Lights, taken by one of our wonderful volunteer photographers!
If you love a Christmas light, or want to become more festive, we really recommend to take a visit! They are on until 1st Jan 6pm-9pm daily.
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Our Croft End Group had a great session last week playing a host of board games. Thank you, organisers and volunteers!
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The pioneering group helping stroke-affected people get back to work
Bristol After Stroke is part of a ground-breaking group in Bristol helping those who have had a stroke prepare for returning to work.
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/the...
What inspired me to volunteer? It’s so rewarding!
Meet Nicky: one of our super volunteers at our fabulous Avonmouth group!
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/wha...
Learn how Assistive Technology could benefit you!
The last free HIT information session of 2025 will provide invaluable insights on how AT can improve the lives of stroke-affected people. Do join us!
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/lea...
UK Stroke Forum 2025: identifying new ways forward
Bristol After Stroke CEO Rebecca Sheehy recently represented Bristol After Stroke at the UK Stroke Forum.
How did it go? And what did she learn?
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/uk-...
This Giving Tuesday, help us grow our Tree of Celebration 🎄✨
Leave a decoration to remember someone, celebrate a loved one, celebrate your progress, or share your thanks. Every donation helps stroke survivors across Bristol and South Gloucestershire rebuild their lives.
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Our Tree of Celebration is shining brighter every day — thanks to you ✨
Whether you’re remembering someone special, celebrating progress, or giving thanks, we’d love you to be part of it.
Add your decoration and support local stroke affected people this Christmas:
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Only a few days to go until our supporters Christmas Lights switch on in Chipping Sodbury!
Our amazing supporters have been working hard to create a magical display - all to raise funds for Bristol After Stroke.
Join us from 29th November, any evening between 6–9pm.
You are invited to our next Stroke Information Talk.
When: 27th November 2025
Time: 12.30pm – 2pm
Where: On Zoom
This month we talk about shoulder pain following stroke.
To book your place, click on the link below:
Stroke in the news: A fascinating round-up from around the world... including new research, singing with aphasia, microbots delivering stroke drugs directly to blocked vessels, how symptoms can be missed... and why women can be more prone to strokes.
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/str...
Every decoration tells a story. 💚
This Christmas, add yours to our Tree of Celebration - to remember, celebrate, or give thanks.
Your gift will help local people rebuild their lives after a stroke.
Donate and add your decoration here: www.visufund.com/tree-of-celebration-2025
You are invited to our next Stroke Information Talk.
When: 27th November 2025
Time: 12.30pm – 2pm
Where: On Zoom
This month we talk about shoulder pain following stroke.
To book your place, click on the link below:
Could you make connections through this Marmalade Trust project?
Our friends at the loneliness charity Marmalade Trust have asked us to share their call for referrals and volunteers.
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/cou...
Some of our amazing supporters are lighting up their house in Chipping Sodbury this year - all in aid of Bristol After Stroke! 🎄
If you’re feeling festive, why not take a drive and enjoy their wonderful Christmas display?
📅 29th November - 1st January
⏰ 6pm - 9pm daily
📍 Full address on the poster
🎄 Every decoration tells a story
This Christmas, add yours to our Tree of Celebration to remember, celebrate, or give thanks.
Your gift helps stroke affected people to rebuild their lives — just £10 covers a week at a support or aphasia group.
Donate or leave your message:
🎤 A huge thank you and well done to our Chair of Trustees for hosting the incredible Live at the Town Hall event! 🎶
It was a fantastic, fun-filled evening with a brilliant community spirit — raising an amazing £6,380 for Bristol After Stroke.
It's time to buy your Christmas cards! So why not support Bristol After Stroke with every one you send? Our A5 cards are £4.50 for ten (incl envelopes); A6 just £4.00. No message inside. Call/email us to order, or ask at your group! Image taken by Andy Edwards in Eastville Park.
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You are invited to our next Stroke Information Talk.
When: 27th November 2025
Time: 12.30pm – 2pm
Where: On Zoom
This month we talk about shoulder pain following stroke.
To book your place, click on the link below:
Our 2025 Wellbeing Day proved yet another inspiring opportunity for local stroke-affected people to discover activities to improve their physical and emotional wellbeing.
Here's a reminder of what went on!
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/giv...
Stand up for Stroke!
This December, Phil Burnett is taking to the stage… for the start of what he hopes will be a future in stand-up comedy, as well as raise funds for Bristol After Stroke.
Find out all about his upcoming gig here: www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/sta...
You are invited to our next Stroke Information Talk.
When: 27th November 2025
Time: 12.30pm – 2pm
Where: On Zoom
This month we talk about shoulder pain following stroke.
To book your place, click on the link below:
A brilliant example of why our #HealthIntegrationTeams are so effective!
Bringing organisations together to help people like Howard, who are affected by stroke, go back to work.
@sironacic.bsky.social @bristolafterstroke.bsky.social
www.bristolhealthpartners.org.uk/news/helping...
You can add years to your life... and life to your years... by going on weekly Park Walks! Our friends at Eastville ParkRun welcome everyone to go at their own pace, for as far as they can, every Saturday morning. Here's a video showing what's in store!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUY2...
You are invited to our ACTion After Stroke course, this is a five-week course for anyone adjusting to a stroke. It is also suitable for carers or family members.
Date: Thursday 6th November, weekly for 5 weeks (every thursday)
Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm
Where: On Zoom
If you came along to our Wellbeing Day, you'll know what an amazing resource Redcatch Community Garden offers the local community. A space to come together, improve your health and wellbeing, enjoy workshops and activities... or just a social cake & cuppa! Do drop in!
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Rackets at the ready... there's still (just about!) time to sign up to the tournament being organised by Dr Praveen Kumar for Sunday 9th November - and help raise funds for Bristol After Stroke at the same time!
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It's World Stroke Day - a good time to remember that Black people in the UK are more likely to have a stroke than white people – and experience stroke at a younger age. This powerful video formed a central part of our recent Wellbeing Day and we are proud to share it here.
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You are invited to our ACTion After Stroke course, this is a five-week course for anyone adjusting to a stroke. It is also suitable for carers or family members.
Date: Thursday 6th November, weekly for 5 weeks (every thursday)
Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm
Where: On Zoom
It's a week on from our fabulous Wellbeing Day... and here are just a few reminders of what a great day it was! Thank you to everyone who made it all possible - and we look forward to doing it all again next year!
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