Expert Resources: stroke


These are the items that relate to stroke found on the AbilityNet website. They may be factsheets, webinars, news stories, blog posts or reports.

  • Communication Aids

    Alex.Barker | 24 Feb 2020
    Communication problems affect an estimated 2.2 million people.  This includes people with aphasia, autism, cerebral palsy, dementia, head trauma, learning difficulties, motor neurone disease (MND), Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s and stroke. People with these conditions may have difficulty...

  • Free webinar: Technology Help for Stroke Survivors and their Carers

    Sarah Botterill | 30 Jan 2020
    This FREE webinar offered information and support on how technology can make life a little easier for people after a stroke, and those who are caring for them. 

  • Free webinar: Technology Help for Stroke Survivors

    Sarah Botterill | 29 Jan 2020
    If you - or a loved one - have had a stroke then you'll know that it can impact in a number of ways. For example, stroke is the commonest form of aphasia. People who are affected by aphasia, have trouble with the four main ways that we understand and use language, including reading, listening,...

  • Using your computer after a Stroke

    Alex.Barker | 28 Jan 2020
    AbilityNet's advice and information officer, Alex Barker, answers some of the commonly asked questions about stroke and technologyImagine for a moment that you were unable to use one side of your body. Your foot, leg, arm, or hand stop working. It could be temporary or permanent. 

  • Virtual Reality for stroke survivors with aphasia

    Sarah Botterill | 08 Jan 2020
    Researchers have developed a virtual reality world, which can help stroke survivors suffering from aphasia (a range of speech, language and communication problems).The multi-user virtual work allows people with aphasia to practise their speech and to establish social connections.

  • Stroke and Computing

    Anonymous | 06 Jan 2020
    Each year in the UK, over 100,000 people have a stroke. A stroke is a brain attack. It happens when the blood supply to part of your brain is cut off. Blood carries essential nutrients and oxygen to your brain. Without blood your brain cells can be damaged or die. This damage can have different...

  • Peer support for stroke survivors

    Sarah Botterill | 18 Dec 2019
    Connecting to other people who’ve had a stroke is an invaluable source of support. We explore online support groups, and how to find a group near you.

  • Computing help for Stroke Survivors

    Sarah Botterill | 10 Dec 2019
    AbilityNet and the Stroke Association are working together at a national and local level to support people who have survived a stroke. AbilityNet volunteers are connecting with local Stroke Association Groups to see how technology can help members, especially with communication. 

  • Apps to help stroke survivors with anxiety

    Sarah Botterill | 05 Dec 2019
    A stroke is a brain attack. It happens when the blood supply to part of your brain is cut off. Blood carries essential nutrients and oxygen to your brain. Without blood, your brain cells can be damaged or die.

  • Best apps for aphasia

    Sarah Botterill | 05 Dec 2019
    Stroke is the most common cause of aphasia.People who are affected by aphasia, have trouble with the four main ways that we understand and use language, including reading, listening, speaking, typing or writing.Aphasia can also affect the muscles in the face making it difficult for people to speak...