About Us

The Cork Stroke Support Group (CSSG)

The Cork Stroke Support Group (CSSG) was launched in 2010 with the support of the Irish Heart Foundation. Focused on addressing the needs of those affected by Stroke (survivors and family members), CSSG held its first session in January 2011. It is now one of the most successful stroke support groups in the Country, obtaining a HSE excellence award in 2016, the Cork City Lord Mayors Award for Social Inclusion & Equality in 2014 and Irish Heart Foundation Awards in 2012 & 2013. CSSG is a voluntary organization with charitable status (097 89036 – 0000IJ) run by informed volunteers (stroke survivors, family members, healthcare professionals).

CSSG Activities

The Activity Centre, in St Finbarr’s Hospital is the venue for CSSG sessions which are held on the last Wednesday of every month, 2pm – 4pm which usually includes a guest speaker. The monthly programme also includes a range of activities such as boccia, yoga, tai-chi, art & music (see link to current flier on homepage).

There are opportunities to join the CSSG choir under the direction of our musical director Ms Patricia Kelleher. No prior experience is required.
Our CSSG Summer Outings & Christmas parties are well attended by stroke survivors, family members & volunteers & a good time is had by all. For a subsided fee, some may wish to avail of CSSG hydrotherapy sessions in a heated pool (COPE Montenotte) under the guidance of a physiotherapist (see separate flier).

CSSG members influence the programme of activities and are free to choose and drop in without advance booking. We send members text reminders of activities, provide a telephone information and support service, addressing queries & reducing anxiety post discharge from hospital.

CSSG Members

The term stroke survivor focuses on a person’s resilience, hopefulness & ability and members of the CSSG are testament to this in overcoming challenges & enthusiastically engaging in activities. This offers valuable support to others in their recovery post stroke.

We ask new members to complete an application form (can be printed from website).
We charge stroke survivors an annual membership fee of €10 which covers insurance and assists with administration costs.