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We are extremely grateful to them all

Posted By listengr97

"We are extremely grateful to them all"

About: Older People Community Services / Community Stroke Team

(as a relative),

My mum had a significant stroke in June 2025. She was discharged from hospital in August. We were then introduced to mummy’s care team - the Physio Roseann, OT Alison, Dietitian Amy and Speech & Language Therapist Seana. All of these therapists have been integral in helping my mum and we as her family are extremely grateful to them all. 

When my mum got out of hospital, she felt very vulnerable and frightened as she had lost her independence. However, Roseann and Alison have worked extensively with her and have always managed to get the best from her. More importantly though, mummy trusted these fantastic women and really looked forward to their visits. They were really good at reassuring mummy of how far she had come, while ensuring that she still had hope, but at the same time they were honest with her and explained what her capabilities were. 

Roseann and Alison have helped mummy physically to improve as far as she can following her stroke, but the benefits and care to her mental health has been invaluable and for that we are extremely thankful. 

As a family we have formed a rapport with them and while we know that they have taken mummy as far as they can in her recovery, we will also miss their visits. 

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Response from Julie Bray, Service Improvement & Governance Lead, Occupational Therapy, BHSCT last week
Julie Bray
Service Improvement & Governance Lead, Occupational Therapy,
BHSCT

I work with all the Occupational Therapy staff in the Belfast Trust to make our service to you the best it can be.

Submitted on 23/10/2025 at 12:17
Published on Care Opinion at 12:17

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Dear listengr97,

Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback. It’s heartening to hear how much Alison’s occupational therapy input meant to your mum and your family during her recovery. Building trust and supporting both physical and emotional wellbeing are central to our role, and we’re so glad this was your experience.

The collaborative care of the wider team—Roseann, Amy, and Seana—clearly made a lasting impact. Your kind words will be shared with them all.

Wishing your mum continued progress and strength.

Warm regards,
Julie Bray
Occupational Therapy Service Improvement and Governance Lead
BHSCT

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Response from Roseann McGeown, Physiotherapist, Community Stroke Team, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust 6 days ago
Roseann McGeown
Physiotherapist, Community Stroke Team,
Belfast Health and Social Care Trust

Submitted on 27/10/2025 at 09:26
Published on Care Opinion at 09:30

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Thank you so much for sharing your mum's story and the journey your family have taken

Stroke recovery is never easy, but the strong and dedicated support you've provided have undoubtedly helped optimise your mum's recovery

Your home was warm, inviting and fun -It was a genuine pleasure to work with your mum and your family. You all worked to make each goal your mum set meaningful and achievable. Your commitment was inspiring

We hope the Community Stroke Team was able to support you through the physical, emotional, and mental challenges of stroke recovery

Your kind words were shared with the team and we are very grateful for them

We wish you all continued strength and joy to progress

Thank you

Roseann

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Response from Angela Kennedy, Community Stroke Team Co-ordinator, Community Stroke Team, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust 6 days ago
Angela Kennedy
Community Stroke Team Co-ordinator, Community Stroke Team,
Belfast Health and Social Care Trust

I am responsible for the day to day operational management of the Community Stroke Team

Submitted on 27/10/2025 at 09:46
Published on Care Opinion at 09:46

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Dear listengr97,

Thank you for taking the time to send this lovely feedback about your Mummy's stroke journey with the Community Stroke Team.

It can be frightening leaving hospital and returning home after stroke and it is heartening to hear that your Mummy had such a positive experience and that the input of Roseann, Alison, Amy and had such a meaningful impact. Your kind words have been shared with them and are much appreciated.

We hope that your Mummy continues to recover and make good progress.

With best wishes,

Angela Kennedy

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