Harlow Stroke Support Group

 

 

Weekly groups held at Great Parndon Community Association.
 

Group for people with communication and speech difficulties
Thursday between 10am - 12pm
 

Group for all members 
Fridays 10am - 12:30pm
 

Group for younger members (under 60)
Fridays 1pm - 3pm

 

Chair based exercise class 
Wednesdays 2pm - 4pm

 

Home visits are also available.

 

Many stroke survivors and their carers suffer from a feeling of isolation and a loss of confidence in themselves.
 

Their aim is to help people overcome these feelings by offering information, support and friendship, showing by example a positive outlook for the future.
They aim to help stroke survivors and their carers to reduce their feelings of isolation and regain confidence in their own abilities by offering first rate friendship, support and information in a social environment.

 

 

● Information on Strokes and how they affect people

● Help in understanding the disabilities that may arise after a Stroke

● Help with referrals to healthcare professionals

● Assistance with applications for pension credits or other benefits

● Guidance in form filling and dealing with outside organisations

● Support for families and carers

● Regular social events and outings