Stroke Association

• The Stroke Association provides practical support to over 1.3 million stroke survivors and their families in the United Kingdom, assisting them in rebuilding their lives.
• They offer vital resources and information to educate the public about stroke prevention and recognition, helping to reduce the risk of strokes and ensuring timely treatment.
• The charity funds cutting-edge research to improve stroke care, rehabilitation, and recovery, contributing to advancements in treatment methods and support for stroke survivors. By signing up to Savoo and selecting the Stroke Association as your charity, they will receive free donations every time you shop online.

How to raise free donations for the Stroke Association

1. Sign up to Savoo for free to start saving money and raising free donations.
2. Click 'Support a Charity' to browse our charity directory.
3. Search for ‘Stroke Association’, browse by category, or select another charity close to your heart.
4. Ensure you're signed in to your Savoo account and click 'Support this charity' on the page of your choice.
5. Begin using our discount codes and deals to save at your favourite stores.
6. Check out your account to see how much you've raised so far, every time you place an order through Savoo!

Learn more about the Stroke Association

The Stroke Association is a charity that supports the well-being of stroke survivors and their families, ensuring those affected receive the care and support they deserve. With ties dating back to the early 1990s, the Stroke Association undertakes crucial research that has advanced our understanding of stroke and related treatment and rehabilitation methods. The organisation plays a significant role in raising public awareness about the risk factors and symptoms of stroke, contributing to the prevention of this life-altering condition.

What is stoke and what to do when it happens?

A stroke can happen to anyone of any age at any time. The debilitating condition occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is cut off, killing brain cells. The brain is the designated driver of the body, so damage to the organ affects how the body works. From changing how you think and feel to impairing speech and movement, everyone is affected differently depending on where in the brain and how big the Stroke damage is.

The impact of stroke can be life-changing, but acting swiftly and decisively in getting medical help can prevent irreversible damage and save lives. The FAST acronym (Face, Arms, Speech, Time) is a valuable tool for quickly identifying if someone is having a stroke.

• Face weakness: Can the person smile? Has their mouth or eye drooped?
• Arm weakness: Can the person raise both arms?
• Speech problems: Can the person speak clearly and understand what you say?
• Time to call 999: if you see any of these signs.

The Stroke Association supports people to rebuild their lives because everyone deserves to live the best life they can after a stroke!

How they support: Specialist support and research into Stroke

The Stroke Association is dedicated to assisting individuals and families affected by stroke. The charity spotlights a vital health issue affecting millions globally and funds critical research that saves lives. Rebuilding lives after a stroke isn’t a one-fix solution. It’s a team effort led by the determination of stroke survivors and carers. However, supporting those in need is impossible without supporters' generosity and dedication to the healthcare and research communities.

To aid the recovery of stroke survivors, the Stroke Association provides information, support and advice, including:

Support services - Dedicated support services for hundreds of thousands of people, providing emotional and communication support during what can be an incredibly frightening time.

Information and education - A huge resource of guides and factsheets can be found on their website. There is also an Online Community for stroke survivors, carers and health professionals.

Research - Funded research helps to improve treatments, care and rehabilitation. The charity has invested over £56m into stroke research in the last 30 years, and the work continues.

Campaigning - The Stroke Association uses its wealth of experience to make genuine societal changes. It has consistently campaigned to make stroke a priority across the UK.

Ways you can help: Get involved by raising money and donating time

The Stroke Association relies on the generous support of the public to help stroke survivors. If you would like to get involved, here are just a few of the ways you can assist the charity to achieve it’s goals:

Donating - You can help thousands of stroke survivors rebuild their lives. Specialist support, research and campaigning are only possible with the generosity of amazing supporters like you.

Fundraising - From a sponsored marathon to a bake sale, fundraising for the charity is an excellent way to create a community buzz that will have a life-changing impact for stroke survivors.

Event days - The Stroke Association runs events throughout the year to raise awareness and money for this worthwhile cause. Check out the event calendar to get involved.

Volunteering - Volunteers play a vital role in providing support, comfort, and hope to survivors and their families. Giving up some of your time is a rewarding way to give something back.

If you would like further support and information, please contact the Stroke Association’s dedicated helpline and engage with the online community each year. You can raise more money for the Stroke Association by creating a Savoo account and setting the Stroke Association as your chosen charity. Then, every time you claim a deal on your online shopping at Savoo, free donations will be made.