Health and Adult Social Care
A national charity that provides a range of support services for people affected by anxiety conditions such as panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post traumatic stress disorder and phobias.
The befrienders offer help and support to the many people living with stroke in Brighton and Hove. This valuable service offers those with communication difficulties after stroke the chance to communicate with someone who understands what they are going through, and has been trained to do so.
Big White Wall is a digital support and recovery service for people who are stressed, anxious, low or not coping. At the heart of Big White Wall is its community of members, who support and help each other share what's troubling them in a safe and anonymous environment, with the guidance of trained professionals, who are online 24/7.
A local support service to women with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, self-harm, post-traumatic stress, chronic low self-esteem, suicidal thoughts, parenting issues, birth trauma and perinatal depression.
A local social club providing outings, exercise and the opportunity to meet others who have been affected by stroke. You'll also be able to share your experiences and tips for dealing with stroke.
A local stroke group for people to meet others who have been affected by stroke. You'll be able to share your experiences and tips for dealing with stroke, as well as enjoy a range of activities.
A national charity that works to improve life after brain injury. Through their network of more than 125 groups and branches across the UK, they aim to promote understanding of all aspects of brain injury to survivors, their families and carers.
A national charity dedicated to supporting stroke recovery by using professional actors to deliver a live and interactive reading service to people who have had a stroke in hospitals and at stroke clubs.
Life After Stroke Services, run by the Stroke Association, are designed to provide the right support at the right time to ensure every stroke survivor makes the best possible recovery. They currently offer a range of services covering the whole stroke pathway through theStroke Recovery Service and individual service elements.
A national organisation that provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. They campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding. You can find information on your diagnosis, treatment options and where to go for support. They can also help you make choices about treatment, understand your rights or reach out to other sources of support.
A local charity that works to promote good mental health in Brighton and Hove. They seek to empower people to lead a full life as part of their community. The local directory has been designed to help individuals and professionals locate services and resources which directly or indirectly promote and support mental health and wellbeing. NHS, other statutory, voluntary and non-profit making organisations are all included.
The NHS Health Check is a health check-up for adults in England aged 40-74. It's designed to spot early signs of stroke, kidney disease, heart disease, type 2 diabetes or dementia. As we get older, we have a higher risk of developing one of these conditions. An NHS Health Check helps find ways to lower this risk.