StrokeLine is free. It’s confidential.
The StrokeLine team are nursing and allied health professionals. They are friendly, understanding and always ready to listen.
The StrokeLine team know about aphasia. They will give you the time and support you need to communicate.
StrokeLine might be just what you need right now. Let’s take the next step, together.
Call triple zero (000) if you think you or someone else is having a stroke, or if you need urgent help.
Contact StrokeLine
Call 1800 787 653 or email strokeline@strokefoundation.org.au
StrokeLine is open Monday to Friday, 9 am – 5 pm Australian eastern time (NSW, VIC and ACT time).
StrokeLine is closed on national and Victorian public holidays.
If you can’t get through, please leave us a voicemail.
We will get back to you. We return most calls within one working day.
If StrokeLine is closed, help is still available. Contact Lifeline for crisis support, and to talk things through. Lifeline is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call Lifeline on 13 11 14. Visit lifeline.org.au
If you do not speak English
You can use an interpreter. We will call the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) for you.
How to do it:
- Call StrokeLine on 1800 787 653.
- Say your language.
- Wait on the line.
- We will call TIS National for an interpreter.
How StrokeLine can help
Had a stroke? Supporting someone who has?
You don’t have to figure it out on your own. StrokeLine is here to support survivors of stroke, family members, carers, and friends.
Whether you are new to stroke or later in recovery, you are not alone.
Want to reduce your risk of stroke?
StrokeLine can help. Contact us if:
- You have had a transient ischaemic attack (TIA).
- You have health conditions that increase your risk of stroke.
- You want to build healthier habits to reduce your risk of stroke.
StrokeLine health professionals also deliver the Living Well After Stroke program. This is an 8-week, evidence-based program that empowers you to reduce your risk of stroke.
"We know the stroke journey can be a roller coaster. That’s why we’re here to help every step of the way. Our team includes nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech pathologists and social workers. Between us we have many decades of experience with stroke. On StrokeLine we take time to listen. You’ll come away with a plan that works for you.”
- Kath, StrokeLine Manager.
We welcome everyone
StrokeLine wants everyone to feel respected and supported. You background or personal journey does not matter. You are always welcome.
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