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What is the stroke review service?

The Stroke Review Service is a specialist service for people who have experienced a stroke.

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:

First Community (Head Office)

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

Address: First Community Health and Care, Orchard House, Unit 8a, Orchard Business Centre, Bonehurst Road, Redhill RH1 5EL

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