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  • get involved
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Ambassadors

Rowlf the Newfypoo

supporter ambassador

I am Rowlf the Newfypoo. I joined the Pankhurst family in June 2018 when I was 9 weeks old to support Craig in his recovery from a stroke. I am an...

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Tim Whaytt

survivor ambassador

Tim, only one week into his marriage woke up one morning feeling unwell and looked into the mirror not recognising the man looking back at him. At...

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Natalie Smith

survivor ambassador

I high-achieving 40 year old at the peak of her executive career, Natalie was hit by stroke at work. However, her positive mindset and ability to...

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Ashley Martin

survivor ambassador

A truly inspirational man. Ashley beat stroke at the young age of 17 and has since completed his university degree, learnt to drive and completed...

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Jo Smith

supporter ambassador

A passionate, loving, and deeply committed individual, Jo is the main player in her husband Geoff’s A-Team. On 28th March 2019, Jo and Geoff’s...

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In Memory of Mia Austin

survivor ambassador

Mia had a stroke at 21 leaving her with Locked-in Syndrome. She was a wonderful person who inspired the world and everyone who was lucky enough to...

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Carole Pyke

survivor ambassador

Our first Stroke Survivor Ambassador, Carole Pyke. An inspirational individual where following her most recent stroke, her world has become...

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Did you know you can raise money for A Stroke of L Did you know you can raise money for A Stroke of Luck through JustGiving?

Ongoing campaigns for our charity currently include a marathon, a cycling event and a SKYDIVE! 😱 You can show your support for each campaign over on our JustGiving page (link in bio) - or you can take some inspiration and start your own campaign! 

From going sober for a month to climbing mountains, there's a fundraising style to suit everyone, so if you're thinking of challenging yourself this year, please consider choosing A Stroke of Luck as your charity! Your donations mean the world to us and help us carry out our vital work of supporting stroke survivors across the UK and beyond. Thank you! πŸ™
During these tough, turbulent and downright tricky During these tough, turbulent and downright tricky times, it's more important than ever that we check in on each other and make time to talk. So consider this post your mental health checkpoint! Take a moment and ask yourself: how do I feel right now? 

It's totally understandable if you're not feeling your best right now. So why not share ONE positive thing from your week? It can be anything - there's no answer too big or small! 

I'll start: I had the BEST cup of tea this morning. β˜• How about you?
Today at 6:30pm (GMT), Craig will be joined live o Today at 6:30pm (GMT), Craig will be joined live on Instagram Stories by @oxford_uni researcher Ellie Macey, who will be discussing her research into sleep improvement for stroke survivors. If you have any questions for Ellie or Craig, drop them in the comments below or shoot us a DM. See you all soon!
Have you had a stroke and are looking to improve y Have you had a stroke and are looking to improve your sleep? Researchers at the University of Oxford are looking for volunteers to trial a new six-week online programme for sleep improvement. Read on if you're interested! πŸ’€πŸ›

In this study, participants will have the opportunity to use 'Sleepio', an online programme designed for sleep improvement. Sleepio has been shown to improve the sleep quality and duration for individuals with insomnia. This research project is exploring whether the programme is effective for individuals following stroke.

If you would like to find out more about the study or if you have any questions, please get in touch with Melanie Fleming or Ellie Macey through sleep@fmrib.ox.ac.uk or 01865 611461. We'll be hearing more about the trial during tonight's Friday Live Session with Ellie Macey at 6:30pm, so tune in if you're interested!
We're very pleased to announce that @oxford_uni re We're very pleased to announce that @oxford_uni researcher Ellie Macey will be joining us for tomorrow's Friday Live Session! πŸ’š

Ellie is looking for stroke survivors to trial a new six-week online programme for sleep improvement. The online programme, 'Sleepio', has been shown to improve the sleep quality and duration for individuals with insomnia, and this new research project is exploring whether the programme is effective for individuals following stroke.

If you're interested, you should definitely tune in tomorrow at 6:30pm! See you then! ☺
Our founder, @craig_pankhurst, is getting his runn Our founder, @craig_pankhurst, is getting his running shoes on and will be fundraising for A Stroke of Luck by running his FIRST-EVER marathon this year at the Manchester Marathon! πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸ’¨

"Some will know I have had a background in sport, but since retiring from swimming in 2002, in pursuit of business success, I did not look after my physical wellbeing. This culminated in my stroke in 2018. From being a very healthy swimmer, I became the ultimate sedentary male weighing over 18 stone. 

With my health in a much better place, I have decided to take on a big challenge: my first ever marathon. Over the next nine months, I will be aiming to get into good shape and will be training hard and focused on my nutrition. 

I would welcome any support, be it via donation or just a "good luck" message. The money I raise will be used to create more stroke-specific exercise video content for stroke survivors in their life after stroke."

Best of luck, Craig - we're all rooting for you! If you'd like to support Craig, please head over to his #JustGiving page - link in bio!
Today is #BlueMonday. If you've not been feeling l Today is #BlueMonday. If you've not been feeling like your usual self lately, why not check in with yourself with our Mental Health Checklist?

Ask yourself:

β˜€ Have I had fresh air today?
πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ Have I moved my body today?
❀ Have I been thinking kind thoughts to myself?
πŸ’€ Am I getting enough sleep?
🀳 Have I been comparing my real life to other people's highlight reels?
🍝 Have I eaten regular meals?

What's your top tip for looking after your mental health?
Our founder Craig will be joined by the incredible Our founder Craig will be joined by the incredible @alicebreezee tonight at 6:30pm (GMT) here on Instagram as part of our weekly Friday Live Sessions. If you have any questions for Alice or Craig, drop them in the comments below or shoot us a DM. See you all in a little while! 😍
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