About us How we help How we help We provide drop in groups for people with aphasia. We offer a relaxed place of support for you and our family. Whether you are newly diagnosed, or have lived with aphasia for a few years, we welcome everyone. We provide a place to meet others who are experiencing a similar life change, who can understand what you are going through. At these social groups you can learn how to adapt to this new way of life, amongst people who can relate to you and offer tips and tricks to make life a little easier. No matter what type of aphasia you have, you can visit any group and take from it what you need. "I feel I have purpose when I come to the groups every week. Before I came here, I felt that I couldn’t do much after the stroke" Click here to find a group near you Sit silently and observe with a cup of tea - No problem! Use a pen and paper to communicate to others - No problem! Sit and read a paper in the company of others - No problem! Can't always get the words out, but want to give it a go? - No problem! Want to bring a family member along? - No problem! * * * We are here for you, so just tell us what you need. Would you like to run a drop-in group near you? If we do not currently have a group near you and you would like to run the group and become peer leader then please get in contact. You can also fill out our peer leader enquiry form here. If we do not currently have a group near you and you would like to run the group and become peer leader then please get in contact. Befriending scheme for those who have had a stroke: The Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust have a befriending scheme which offers help and support to the many people living with stroke in Brighton and Hove. This valuable service offers those with communication difficulties after stroke the chance to communicate with someone who understands what they are going through. Befrienders are people living with aphasia. This means they have communication difficulties after a stroke. They volunteer to visit people who have had a stroke and have speech and language difficulties. It is about support, friendship and communication If you, or someone you know would like a befriender contact Kirsty Maguire and Rachel MurphyTel: 01273 242271Email: [email protected]Community Neuro Rehabilitation TeamSussex Community NHS TrustBrighton General HospitalElm Grove BN2 3EW