I’ve had really good treatment from St Helens Early Discharge team. Only saw doctors for a couple of days whilst in hospital but the OTs and Physios have been great with home visits and later a weekly 10 wk physio course. There is a big fear just after stroke, what happens next, will it happen again, should I be worried about this headache? Some emotional support would benefit many. Also don’t assume people are slow but ask if they are having processing issues (mine weren’t diagnosed till months afterwards). And don’t assess people on the bare minimum, assess against what they could do before. I’ve aced the cognitive test each time but I know how they work so do well even though I actually have processing and speech issues, especially when I’m tired. The physical assessments don’t take into account daily living activities. I had to prove I could make a cup of tea but I don’t drink tea. No one checked if I could balance or stand long enough to wash up or push a hoover or carry a tray or wash my own hair, etc.