StrokeLine’s health professionals provide information and advice on stroke prevention, treatment, and recovery.

Call triple zero (000) if you think you or someone you know is having a stroke, or if you need immediate assistance.  

Lifeline is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for crisis support, and to talk things through. Call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Using an interpreter to call StrokeLine

If you or a family member would like to speak to StrokeLine with the help of an interpreter, just follow these steps:

1. Call the Telephone Interpreting Service on 13 14 50
2. Say the language you need and wait on the line for an interpreter 
3. Ask the interpreter to call StrokeLine 1800 787 653. 

“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 occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech pathologists and social workers. Between us we have many decades of stroke care experience. On StrokeLine we take time to listen and you’ll come away with a plan that works for you.” -Simone, StrokeLine occupational therapist

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