Social Prescribing Resource Sheet:
Stroke and Brain Injury

 

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Stroke and Brain Injury

This resource sheet includes a selection of services, tools, and organisations that others have found helpful.

We’re sorry to hear that you’re going through a difficult time. If you require further support in accessing these, or other services, please contact the Social Prescribing Team on 01308 428943 or contact us via secure online form.

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Dorset Stroke and Neuro Service (North/West)

The Dorset Stroke and Neuro service provides community specialist stroke and neuro rehabilitation and disability management. This may include advice, support, signposting, intensive rehabilitation, non-intensive specialist rehabilitation, or complex management.

The service is delivered by a multi-disciplinary team with knowledge, skills, and experience in managing stroke and neurological conditions, which may include:

  • Therapy provision
  • Return to work support
  • Information giving/advice regarding your condition
  • Services or social issues such as benefits or housing
  • Carer support
  • Psychological support
  • Navigation of community groups
  • Stroke prevention and education

There is no time limit for involvement with the service and you can access the service at any time during your recovery. All six-month stroke reviews are completed virtually via video call or telephone.

To contact the service: dhc.dorsetstrokeandneuroservice@nhs.net. You can also ask your GP to refer you.

More info on their website: Dorset HealthCare :: Dorset Stroke and Neuro Service (North/West)

LEGS - Local Exercise Groups for Stroke and Neuro Conditions

Local Exercise Groups for Stroke and Neuro Conditions provides support via:

The Stroke Club

The Stroke Club is based in Bridport and meets weekly on Wednesday from 10am-12pm at Vernons Court, Normandy Way, Bridport DT6 3QF.

This is a friendly group that welcomes new members and offers chat, coffee, cake, an art class once a month, outings, visits, speakers, and games.

  • For more information: 01308 456100 or 01308 425435

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Further Information

While we hope you may find something here that supports you, please note that these resources are not all officially endorsed by the NHS. We endeavour to ensure that all listings are accurate and up to date, but please be aware that we cannot guarantee this at all times.

If you are a local service, organisation or group that would like to be included in this guide, please contact us via secure online form and tell us about your support offering.

Last updated: July 2025.