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The Scottish Stroke AHP Forum’s (SSAHPF) main aim is to promote the highest quality of rehabilitation for people with stroke.

The Scottish Stroke AHP Forum (SSAHPF) is for AHPs, AHP support staff and AHP students with an interest in stroke working in Scotland.

Become a member Learn more about SSAHPF Get to know the committee

The Programme for Government Progressive Stroke Pathway has now been published. Access the document

Aims of forum

To promote awareness of the essential role of Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) in stroke
To facilitate networking, support and mentorship
To share and develop knowledge and expertise in stroke
To promote education, training and best practice for AHPs working in stroke
To promote, facilitate and disseminate stroke research and to encourage implementation of research findings
To influence decision making on local/national policies and guidelines

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About SSAHPF

The Scottish Stroke AHP Forum’s (SSAHPF) main aim is to promote the highest quality of rehabilitation for people with stroke.

This is achieved by playing an active part in influencing AHP developments and services at local and national levels. The forum also participates and promotes research in clinical stroke rehabilitation. This helps to improve life after stroke for all stroke patients, their families and carers.

SSAHPF Chair

Dr Jacqui Morris
Reader in Rehabilitation Research,
Nursing and Health Sciences, University of Dundee.
Honorary Allied Health Professions Consultant, NHS Tayside

Telephone – 01382 388666
Email – [email protected]

Become a member

Benefits of becoming a member of the SSAHPF

> Access to SSAHPF members from across Scotland
> An opportunity to attend the annual SSAHPF conference
> A copy of the bi-annual newsletter
> Access to a committee member from your local area
> Opportunities to participate in research
> The chance to review, develop and implement guidelines
> The ability to apply for SSAHPF Practice Development Award

Membership is free. Joining is easy, simply click the button below and complete the membership form.

As a member you will receive regular mailings and invitations to participate in related research studies.

Members are required to update their details periodically to renew their membership.

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SSAHPF Guidelines

Returning to driving after a stroke: A guide for occupational therapists (PDF)

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Returning to driving after a stroke: A guide for healthcare professionals (PDF)

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Electrical Stimulation Consensus Statement (SSAHPF) (PDF)

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Electrical Stimulation Consensus Statement – Quick Reference (SSAHPF) (PDF)

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SSAHPF Conference

Scottish Stroke AHP Forum Conference 2021

Ageing well with stroke in the era of COVID-19
Thursday 17 June

The theme of this online conference is ‘Ageing well with stroke in the era of COVID-19’. At a time where people affected by stroke have been experiencing unprecedented changes in their care and rehabilitation, this conference aims to create an opportunity to share insights acquired during the pandemic and disseminate research findings and service innovation to facilitate recovery and healthy ageing after stroke.

More Information

SSAHPF Meetings

Meetings are held quarterly in either Glasgow or Edinburgh. Opportunities for teleconferencing and videoconferencing are available to encourage participation from remote and rural areas.

The next SSAHPF Committee meeting is to be confirmed and will be posted here.

Useful documents

Early Supported Discharge(ESD) and community stroke services - Statement (PDF)

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Inpatient Stroke Rehabilitation Protocol for COVID-19 (PDF)

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SSAHPF Constitution (PDF)

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Conference Report June 2017 (PDF)

How to look after your arm. Patient Leaflet by GGC (PDF)

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Conference Report - June 2016 ()

SSAHPF Practice Development Guidelines and Form (DOCX)

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Useful links

Education:

CHSS Training Courses STARs (Stroke Training & Awareness Resources) SCoT (Stroke Competency Toolkit)

Stroke Related Conferences:

Conferences Related To Stroke Care

Research:

DORIS Database of Research in Stroke James Lind Alliance

Guidelines:

SIGN (Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network) NICE (National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence)