Welcome

Welcome to the website of Deal & District Strokes. We are the charity supporting stroke survivors, their carers and families in Deal, Walmer and the surrounding area. We hope that you are staying safe and well and that you are looking forward to Spring and some better weather.

***NB The Pier Walks have recently restarted – we are meeting in line with Government guidance, outdoors and in small groups of up to 6 people – for a bit of a walk, a chat and hopefully a nice hot cuppa.  It would be great to see you if you are able to come along. Meet at the pier entrance, 1045 for 11am on Thursdays.***

Although most are currently suspended due to the coronavirus pandemic, on these pages you can learn about our activities, where and when we meet and how to get in touch with us.

We realise that suffering a stroke is a great shock to the survivor, their family and friends. Recovery and learning to live with the effects can take a long time and frequently involves a great deal of adjustment. Each case is unique and there is no simple route back to how life was.

Isolation is frequently a problem for stroke survivors who find it difficult to get out and make friends. We provide a safe, friendly environment where they can meet other survivors, their carers and our volunteers and start to join in social activities.

We usually hold monthly meetings with speakers, games and activities. There is also time for a cup of tea/coffee and an opportunity to chat. The meetings provide stroke survivors and their carers with an opportunity to share experiences and enjoy the company of fellow members.

Throughout the year we usually have outings to local attractions and restaurants:   https://www.dealdistrictstrokes.org/activities/

This website was funded by a Community grant from KCC, we thank them and all the local people who voted for this project at the Astor Theatre, Deal in 2013. Thanks also to Entrypoint who designed this site and host it.