Friday 9.30AM -1.30PM
Format: Skills development, social interaction and occupational therapy. Gentle exercise session.
Aims: To encourage members to integrate socially again and to regain confidence in the company of others. Carers’ respite.
Referral Criteria: New members are referred from hospital, GPs, Stroke Family Support or the community. Assessment of need is carried out by the Stroke Carers' & Family Support Advisor and/or Stroke Group Co-ordinator. Transport can be arranged with a contribution towards the cost of £4.50 - £5.00 and there is also an attendance fee of £6.50 for the day, including lunch.
Annual membership fee of £5 payable April each year.
Meeting others: This session is an ideal opportunity to meet others socially, to encourage self- confidence and to enjoy some fun at the same time. Provision of therapeutic and social intervention to reduce social isolation and its attendant health problems.
