Support for caring for someone who has had a stroke

If you are caring for somebody who has had a stroke, it is worth considering having a carers assessment. This gives you an opportunity to discuss your support needs. See this page on how to access an assessment Carers assessments | South Gloucestershire (southglos.gov.uk).

There is local and national support for you are a carer of a stroke survivor. Bristol after stroke are an independent charity to help people after stroke.  They provide information and support to carers. There are regular stroke cafes in South Gloucestershire for stroke survivors and their carers. 

It can help to know what support is available for the person you care for. See this page for more information Support for stroke survivors | South Gloucestershire (southglos.gov.uk).

If you would like to arrange a social care assessment for the person you care for you can contact the Council’s Adult Social Care team:

Telephone: 01454 868007

Email: csodesk@southglos.gov.uk