Stroke Review Service Leaflet

The service offers the following:

An invitation to a stroke specialist nurse review, 4-8 months post stroke
An annual follow up as required
Information and education relating to stroke recovery and prevention.

The service aims to:

Work together with you and your family/ carers (with your consent)
Assess how you are coping
after your stroke
Provide advice regarding your stroke recovery
Provide stroke risk reduction advice
Check your blood pressure and pulse
Review your medications
Identify if you need any additional help or support to enable you to maximise your independence at home and in the community
Put you in contact with local support groups
Work closely with local GPs, hospitals and neurological outpatient services.

Who is eligible for the service?

Patients over the age of 18 who have:

A confirmed stroke diagnosis
Are registered with a GP in the east Surrey area.

Service contact details

Telephone: 01883 733892

Email: FCHC.CSNRT@nhs.net

First Community provides front-line NHS community healthcare services in east Surrey and parts of West Sussex.

We provide first-rate care, through our first-rate people, offering first-rate value. For more information visit: www.firstcommunityhealthcare.co.uk

If you would like this information in another format, for example large print or easy read, or if you need help communicating with us, please contact:

First Community (Head Office)

Call: 01737 775450 Email: fchc.enquiries@nhs.net Text: 07814 639034

Address: First Community Health and Care, Caterham Dene Hospital, Church Road, Caterham, Surrey, CR3 5RA