North West Stroke Choir
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Contact Joyce for information
Monday 6-7.30pm
Dunelm Mill, The Pausa Cafe, St Mary's Way, Stockport, SK1 2HU
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North West Stroke Choir is a Stroke Association Voluntary Group for people affected by stroke in the NW region. Volunteers run the group, and Simply Singing run the choir rehearsals.
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The choir is made up of stroke survivors, families, volunteers and people who work with, or who have been affected by, stroke. The only requirement to join is a connection to stroke and a desire to sing - there are no auditions.
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Members of NW Stroke Choir on "Why we love to sing"
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Because it sets us free from aphasia. It’s so frustrating to get stuck with words, but with singing it’s different. It’s good for the facial muscles - my mouth stopped drooping after 2 or 3 weeks, and things like do-bi-do-bi-do are very good.
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I like to learn new things, it exercises the brain. It helps me switch off from stress and is very enjoyable. It is something to look forward to.
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It's healing, fun, energising, spiritual. It lifts my spirits and my mood. There is a feeling of togetherness, we all feel better being part of the group. When you get it right there is nothing better, there is a big sense of accomplishment.
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Reduces social isolation - I don’t get out much other than appointments. It’s the highlight of my week.
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Has improved my confidence and raised my mood following my second stroke. Love the choices of songs we get to sing.
