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Stroke Training and Awareness Resources (STARs)


  1. Advancing Modules
  2. 08: Emotional impact of stroke
  3. Case 3: Jennifer
  4. Useful organisations and links/resources

Useful organisations and links/resources

Stroke-related organisations

  • CHSS – advice line 0808 801 8099
  • Stroke Association – Helpline 0303 3033 100
  • Different Strokes – younger stroke survivors – Helpline 0845 130 7172

The following contacts are not specific to stroke however may offer advice and support

  • NICE Guideline: quick reference guide – anxiety [PDF]
  • Stress, Anxiety and Depression Helpline – Helpline: 01622 717 656
  • Moodcafe
  • STEPS
  • SupportLine
  • Royal College of Psychiatrists
  • Anxiety UK
  • Counselling Directory
What if the treatment plan had… Key Messages

Page last reviewed: 26 Feb 2020

Case 3: JenniferJennifer’s stroke2 weeks after admission: Jennifer’s dayJennifer’s home assessment reportJennifer’s discharge arrangementJennifer is now at homeFour weeks laterStroke liaison nurse visits following MDT meetingCommon physical signs of anxietyWhat strategies could be used to support Jennifer?Which strategies would Jennifer like to try?How does Jennifer respond?Jennifer’s diaryOutcomeWhat if the treatment plan had not been successful?Useful organisations and links/resourcesKey Messages
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