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Jim Black (second right) with former mayor of Antrim Brian Graham at last years Step out for Stroke

​Step out for Stroke survivors in Antrim

The Stroke Association is holding a Step out for Stroke walk in Antrim Castle Gardens on 21 May 2017 at 2pm. This family fundraising event is open to everyone, regardless of age or ability. The charity is calling on people to register now and take part alongside local stroke survivors and their families.

Stroke volunteers praised by Deputy Mayor

Stroke volunteers praised by Deputy Mayor

To coincide with ‘Volunteer Week’ which runs from 1-7 June 2014, Antrim’s Deputy Mayor, Councillor Brian Graham, has supported the Stroke Association in recognising the support and commitment received from its volunteers at a special celebration event in Antrim.
The Stroke Association is the only UK wide charity solely dedicated to combating stroke in people of all ages. Its services dir

Local stroke survivor wins Volunteer of the Year at Northern Ireland Life After Stroke Awards

Local stroke survivor wins Volunteer of the Year at Northern Ireland Life After Stroke Awards

28 year old Kate Gorman from Carrickfergus received the Volunteer of the Year Award at the recent Northern Ireland Life After Stroke Awards which took place in the Stormont Hotel, Belfast as part of Action on Stroke month.
Health Minister Edwin Poots, Government and Health representatives honoured the achievements of stroke survivors, their carers and supporters at the event. Local celebri