SOCIAL INEQUALITY: THE IMPACT OF STROKE ON THE WORKING LIVES OF STROKE SURVIVORS AND THEIR CARERS

Rationale: In collaborative work with an independent stroke charity, the views of stroke survivors and their carers offered insight to social inequalities affecting their working lives. Stroke is recognized as the single... [ view full abstract ]

Rationale: In collaborative work with an independent stroke charity, the views of stroke survivors and their carers offered insight to social inequalities affecting their working lives. Stroke is recognized as the single largest cause of disability (National Audit Office 2010, Stroke Association 2014). National guidelines for best practice cover rehabilitation after stroke and in the long term (NICE, 2013) and more generally in the National Stroke Strategy (DoH, 2007). The first phase of this local project explored the views of service users, stroke survivors and carers, who were experiencing occupational injustice despite rehabilitation and other services. Purpose: This workshop will explore the following via presentation, group exercise and discussion:

• What is the impact of stroke on the working lives of stroke survivors and their carers?

• What social inequalities are experienced by stroke survivors and their carers?

• How can voluntary organizations and occupational therapists work together to best support the long term needs of stroke survivors and carers in the community?

The outcome of the workshop will be that delegates gain a greater understanding of social inequalities and the long term impact of stroke on the working lives of survivors and their carers. There will also be an opportunity to explore possible solutions for achieving occupational justice in the community.

Maximum number of participants:
The workshop will be available for all interested parties

Brief description of intended participants:
This workshop would be suitable for all participants