About Us
Welcome to the Bendigo Stroke Support Centre
We are a community-driven organisation dedicated to supporting stroke survivors, their carers, and families in Bendigo and surrounding regions. Our mission is to provide a welcoming and inclusive space where individuals affected by stroke can connect, share experiences, and find the support they need on their recovery journey.
Our mission is to provide a safe and friendly environment where stroke survivors, carers, and families can connect, participate in social activities, and access resources to aid in recovery, while also raising awareness and improving community support.
Our Story
Our journey began when Mike, a stroke survivor, met Steve at a medical appointment. They struck up a conversation, exchanged phone numbers, and soon connected with John, another stroke survivor. The three of them quickly realised the importance of peer support and founded a local stroke support group in Bendigo, initially called 'The Strokers.'
Over the past 25 years, our organisation has grown into what is now the Bendigo Stroke Support Centre. We have helped countless stroke survivors and their families regain confidence and reconnect with their communities. Our volunteers regularly visit hospitals to offer guidance and reassurance to recent stroke survivors, reminding them they are not alone in their recovery.
Survivor Stories
One of our missions is to help survivors of stroke feel supported and safe when reaching out to us and attending our events.
To assist with this, we have created a set of stories featuring some of our members and their insights into what life can look like after recovery.
Check out Mike’s thoughts on life after he survived a stroke at age 43.
We welcome and encourage people of all ages and stages to get in touch for support, information and more.
