End of Service
The Young Stroke Service will end in December 2026. For more information you can:
When a young adult has a stroke, it can change their life and the lives of people close to them.
A stroke can make it hard to start a job or care for family.
Young stroke survivors may get help from a partner, parent, family member, or friend.
As a supporter, you might help with everyday tasks. You also may give emotional support or go to medical appointments with them.
The YSS is a pilot (short-term) service that will end in December 2026.
We will accept new people into the service until the referral deadlines. This helps us support people already on the waitlist.
Victoria
New referrals to join the YSS will close in June 2026 in Victoria.
South Australia
New referrals to join the YSS will close in December 2026 in South Australia.
Reduced access to services
The YSS will run until the end of 2026. However, new referrals for some services will close early. This means they may not be able to access some services.
Once a young stroke survivor is referred or on a waitlist for a YSS service, we will aim to contact them for an appointment. If we are unable to offer an appointment, we will look at other options with them.
Download the factsheets from our End of Service page for more information. This will show what young stroke survivors can still access.
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Young stroke survivors need a referral from a health professional to join the Young Stroke Service.
You can use our digital platform to:
Find external resources below for support people in Australia
The Stroke Foundation's EnableMe website has helpful resources for people who care for someone after a stroke.
You can find videos, stories, and learning tools about stroke, being a carer, and looking after yourself.
Carers Australia speaks up for unpaid carers across the country. They help make sure carers get the support they need.
For help in your state visit Carers Victoria 🡥 or Carers South Australia🡥
Carer Gateway is a free service from the Australian Government. It supports people who care for someone with an illness or disability.
You can find information that fits your life, talk to a counsellor, get money help, and learn new caring skills with online courses.
