Reading and writing for pleasure

“I couldn’t believe it when I saw him after his first few weeks at Askham. A whole new person! Motivated and excited to keep re-learning how to look after himself again.” – Friend of Mr C Mr C came to Askham for rehabilitation after suffering a stroke. On...

Making progress while being in lockdown

“When the lockdown was announced, I was even more frustrated, as I knew that my rehabilitation journey came to an end. Thanks to the Askham rehab team, the progress was still visible, even if I couldn’t enjoy the face to face sessions anymore!’ – Mrs M Mrs M was...

Living independently… and cooking!

“Without coming to Askham she wouldn’t be where she is today, everyone has been so friendly and helpful it’s an amazing place.” – Family member of Mrs B Mrs B came to Askham for rehabilitation after suffering from a stroke. She received physiotherapy,...

Learning to ride a bike

“I’m doing more things – I didn’t bother before and I spent all my time in bed. The equipment there is good too, all the new stuff they have, as well as the arm bike and leg bike that I now use regularly. I’m now spending time out of my room every day which I...

Finding a safe space to talk about stroke

“I was so devastated because I thought she won’t get the chance to enjoy her maternity. Now she can spend every minute with our baby girl.” – Mr L Mr L was admitted to Askham Rehab for a period of rehabilitation following a stroke. Mr L previously had a career...

Adapting ways to care for your baby

“I was so devastated because I thought she won’t get the chance to enjoy her maternity. Now she can spend every minute with our baby girl.” – Family member of Mrs E Mrs. E was admitted to Askham Court for a period of 12 weeks’ rehabilitation after suffering a...