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I can see a big difference as a result of the therapy

Posted By Florence2016

"I can see a big difference as a result of the therapy"

About: Specialist Therapy Services / Community Stroke Team – South Notts

(as a carer),

Last year my husband suffered a Stroke caused by Infective Endocarditis - consequently, and amongst other conditions, he was left with Aphasia and unable to speak.

During his 6 month stay in hospital in a critical condition - his speech and language therapy was very limited and almost impossible.

However, when he finally came home in July, we were referred to the Community Stroke Team.

This has proved to be invaluable, and a life line! whilst the speech is not what it used to be, over time I can see a big difference as a result of the therapy - there is still a lot of work to do, but it has proven that ongoing and continuous therapy is key for progression and to measure his improvements. Margaret and her team have been fantastic, dedicated and supportive and as a family we can't thank them enough.

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Response from Claire Lee, Community Stroke Team Lead, South Nottingham Community Stroke Team, Nottingamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust 6 years ago
Claire Lee
Community Stroke Team Lead, South Nottingham Community Stroke Team,
Nottingamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Submitted on 26/05/2017 at 14:06
Published on Care Opinion at 16:47

Many thanks for your feedback. We are very pleased that you found the support and therapy from the team helpful and that you are able to see the difference. We are very grateful for your feedback.

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Response from Stroke Association, Stroke Helpline, Stroke Association 6 years ago
Stroke Association
Stroke Helpline,
Stroke Association

Submitted on 30/05/2017 at 10:51
Published on Care Opinion at 11:23

Dear Florence2016

We noticed your post and thought you may be interested to hear about the work of the Stroke Association and how we may be able to support you.

It was so good to read about your positive experience with the Community Stroke Team, especially as you have seen a big difference in your husband’s recovery.

If you or your husband need any information on stroke, you would be very welcome to call our Stroke Helpline. Our Helpline is there for anyone who has been affected by stroke. You may want to know more about stroke and its effects, be looking for practical information and support, or simply need someone to talk to. The Stroke Helpline is open Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.00pm. You can call us on: 0303 30 33 100. You can also email us at info@stroke.org.uk.

We also have a range of services across the UK, providing information, advice and support to stroke survivors and their families. You can find out if there is a service in your area from our website www.stroke.org.uk/finding-support

Finally, you can also find lots of information about stroke on our website at www.stroke.org.uk. You can read about our services and download all of our publications free of charge.

I hope that this is helpful and that your husband continues to make the best recovery possible.

Kind regards,

Stroke Information Service

info@stroke.org.uk

Stroke Association staff are not medically trained and the information provided does not replace information given to you by your own healthcare provider.

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