Our Stroke Service at Darent Valley Hospital is dedicated to providing the best possible clinical care for patients who have had a stroke or Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA). We cater to all phases of the stroke pathway, ensuring rapid assessments, effective rehabilitation, and exemplary care for all patients.

Comprehensive Care for Stroke Patients

The Stroke Unit operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, offering rapid assessments and early-stage treatment to optimise recovery outcomes. Care is provided by a multidisciplinary team including consultant stroke physicians, nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and speech and language therapists. These professionals work tirelessly to support patients’ recovery in feeding, communication, mobility, and overall rehabilitation. Collaboration with the Trust’s consultant neurologists and vascular surgeons strengthens our ability to provide unmatched care.

Help Us Deliver Exemplary Stroke Care

The expanded Stroke Unit serves the 400,000 residents of Dartford, Gravesham, Swanley and South East London, and your support can help us enhance our stroke treatment and recovery. Your donations can make an incredible difference by enhancing patient care and providing resources to help our clinical staff achieve the best outcomes.

Your Contributions Can Save Lives

Through your generosity, we can provide advanced resources to meet the growing needs of stroke patients and empower our team to deliver world-class treatment. Together, we can ensure that every patient receives exemplary care during their journey to recovery.

Photo Caption: The Dartford Lions Club purchased a number of pieces of equipment to support the Stroke Unit, including a Thera-Trainer (£5.8k) which uses cycling motion for both legs and arms, ranging for auto rotation to self-propelled, allowing the patient to take over as they build up strength, and a weight bearing Tilt Table (£1.8k) to slowly support patients to regain mobility. 

Suspect a Stroke? Act F.A.S.T.

Recognising stroke symptoms is crucial for saving lives. Learn the F.A.S.T. acronym to act quickly in case of an emergency:

• Face: Has their face fallen on one side? Can they smile?
• Arms: Can they raise both arms and keep them there?
• Speech: Is their speech slurred?
• Time: Act quickly—call 999 immediately.

Make a Difference Today

Your support is vital in helping us provide better care and recovery assistance for stroke patients and their families. Together, we can improve lives and enhance outcomes. Please help us achieve this goal by donating now.