Childhood Stroke - Stroke Association

Childhood stroke

A stroke can happen at any age. There are over 400 childhood strokes a year in the UK, affecting babies, children and young people.

The service is UK wide and freely accessible, and information about it can be found at: www.stroke.org.uk/childhood

The service offers a range of freely downloadable resources, including a childhood stroke guide, handbook, and toolkit for teachers. 

We have a range of awareness raising posters, including how to Spot the signs of stroke in a child – relevant to all professionals working with children and young people.

To contact the service please email: childhood@stroke.org.uk or telephone: 07715 065925