Stroke is Victoria’s leading cause of disability.
In 2020, there were 3,415 people living with the effects of stroke in Greater Shepparton. These numbers will double by 2050.
The Stroke Association of Victoria is the only dedicated community-based support service for stroke survivors, their carers and families in Victoria.
They aim to bridge the gap from when stroke survivors leave clinical care, to when they return home and face challenges of transitioning back into the community and workplaces, and establishing the ‘new norm’ in their lives after stroke.
“For many stroke survivors who suffer isolation and anxiety as a result of their acquired brain injury, our centres provide a safe and supportive space to come together with peers. All stroke survivors and carers can access our services, no matter what stage of their stroke journey they’re at,” explained Shepparton Stroke Support Centre vocation consultant, Melanie Dudley.
Melanie is in the process of seeking a suitable facility to operate the permanent Stroke Support Centre from, where stroke survivors, their carers and families can access non-clinical support services focused on community inclusion and economic participation.
For further information, or to access the Shepparton Stroke Support Centre, please contact Melanie via email at shepparton@strokeassociation.com.au, or phone 0493 279 100.
