UCAN Stroke Rehabilitation in Merseyside and Cheshire

28/08/2026

Happy Birthday to Liverpool! 🎈🎂 819!
On this day in 1207, King John granted a royal charter that officially founded the borough of Liverpool. What started over eight centuries ago as a tiny fishing village built around just seven original streets (Dale, Castle, Chapel, Tithebarn, Water, Old Hall, and High Street) grew into a global powerhouse of trade, culture, maritime history, and world-changing innovation.

Over the centuries, that growth extended well beyond those original borders, forging deep connections across the region. Today, across the broader Liverpool City Region, Liverpool’s rich history stands alongside the distinct identities and proud roots of surrounding communities. From South Liverpool and Knowsley across to Widnes, Runcorn, and Cheshire, our entire area has always been defined by one constant: resilience.

At UCAN Stroke Rehab, that same spirit of strength and determination drives everything we do. Rebuilding movement, confidence, and independence after a stroke is a step-by-step journey, and we are dedicated to bringing high-quality rehabilitation out into our communities.

We provide support across South Liverpool, Knowsley, Widnes, Runcorn, and surrounding areas through three key options:
🏋️ CrossFit Widnes (Mondays): We hold focused rehab sessions at the gym, utilizing specialized equipment and a supportive space to rebuild mobility, balance, and physical strength.
🤝 Community Workshops in Cronton: Located in Knowsley right on the doorstep of Widnes in Halton borough, our Cronton sessions bring survivors and families together for group rehab, specialized therapy tech, and peer support.
We are here every 4th Friday!
🚗 Scheduled Home Visits: We travel directly to your doorstep so you can receive tailored stroke recovery right in your living room.
Whether in the gym, at our community sessions, or at home, we are proud to stand alongside stroke survivors and their families right across our region every step of the way. 💙💪

📲 Looking for stroke recovery support for yourself or a loved one? Send UCAN Stroke Rehab a message today to learn more about our Monday gym sessions, Cronton community workshops, or home visit availability.

28/08/2026

Happy Bank Holiday weekend from all of us at UCAN!
​We are proud to share this update from our partners at Visual Therapies to support our local community. Look out for Visual Therapies Ltd at two regular clinics:
​Birkenhead (Wirral): Every Wednesday for VR Skyla stroke movement therapy and relaxation.
​Cronton Community Centre: Every 4th Friday of the month.
​Alongside these days, UCAN is also here for you throughout the week:
​NeuroRehab Club: Mondays from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at CrossFit Widnes.
​Home & Mobile Support: Jim travels directly to meet clients where they are. He works with Stroke Survivors and people with conditions that can be improved through neuroplasticity stimulation and the ARNI method.
​Wishing our whole community a peaceful, restful long weekend. Take care, enjoy the break, and we look forward to seeing you next week!

Wishing everyone in our community a peaceful, restful Bank Holiday weekend.

​A big thank you to everyone who has come along and enjoyed our recent sessions. Seeing your progress and support for each other means so much to us.

​If you have not joined us yet, we would love to welcome you. Visual Therapies runs regular community clinics where you can try VR Skyla stroke movement therapy or simply drop in to unwind and relax:

​Birkenhead: Every Wednesday (VR stroke movement therapy and relaxation)
​Cronton Community Centre: Every 4th Friday of the month

​Whether you are working on your recovery, curious about movement therapy, or just need a quiet space to recharge, our door is open.

​Enjoy the long weekend, take care, and we look forward to seeing new and familiar faces next week.

27/08/2026

27/08/2026

Recovery is a journey built on small victories, but you do not have to walk or ride it alone.
​Join UCAN Stroke Rehab and Visual Therapies CIC this Friday, 28th August for our friendly stroke support clinic at Cronton Community Centre!
​Whether you are a stroke survivor or a carer standing beside someone on their recovery path, come connect with others in a welcoming, relaxed environment. Try Skyla NR™, a medically registered VR therapy designed to help rebuild movement, confidence, stability, and support fall prevention.
​Tiny achievements are life-changing when it comes to recovery, and we are here to celebrate every single one together.
​🗓️ When: Friday, 28th August | 12:15 PM – 2:15 PM
📍 Where: Cronton Community Centre, 470 Cronton Rd, Widnes WA8 5QQ
👥 Who: Stroke survivors, family, and carers: everyone is welcome!
☕ Includes: VR Rehab Support, conversation, and friendly connection
​Have questions or planning to pop in? Drop a comment below or send a quick message to 07860 433121!
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26/08/2026

Join Us for Stroke Support & Neuro Rehab at Cronton Community Centre! 💙
Are you or a loved one navigating recovery after a stroke? You don't have to do it alone. Visual Therapies CIC and UCAN Stroke Rehab offer a friendly, supportive environment to connect with others, build confidence, and enhance physical recovery.
What You Can Expect:
* Innovative VR Therapy: Experience Skyla NR™, a medically registered VR therapy designed to rebuild movement, boost confidence, improve stability, and support fall prevention.
* Guided Rehabilitation: Receive specialist, tailored support to build strength, functional movement, and independence.
* Community Connection: Enjoy conversation, share experiences, and find encouragement among like-minded people in a welcoming atmosphere.
Everyone is welcome
stroke survivors, family members, and friends.
Event Details:
Friday 28th August 12.15- 2.15
visual therapies and a chat with like-minded folk!
* 📍 Venue: Cronton Community Centre, 470 Cronton Rd, Widnes WA8 5QQ
* 🌐 Website: www.visualtherapiescic.co.uk
* 📧 Email: [email protected]
* 📞 Phone: 07806668084 | 07860 433121
Take the next step in your recovery journey with us. We look forward to seeing you there!

21/08/2026

Recovery looks different for everyone, but the goal is always the same: getting back to moving safely and living independently.
​Whether it is working on foot control, improving balance, or practice with transfers, hands-on, practical rehab helps turn small daily wins into long-term independence.
​Learn how we help stroke survivors and their families at strokerehab.co.uk

18/08/2026

Inspiration in our local community ❤️👏
​On Christmas Day, former soldier and police officer Andy Shaw suffered a severe stroke. Doctors warned his family of the steep road ahead, but Andy refused to give up.
​After months in care and years of hard work alongside his family and support team, Andy is now preparing to walk 3km without his stick to raise money for the NHS! 🥾
​"Walking outside without a stick, it's very scary. But my trainer always said he'd get me walking again." - Andy Shaw, via Liverpool Echo
​Massive respect to Andy, Bernadette, his family, and all the NHS staff. We’re cheering you on! 🙌💙
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This is Andy and his wife Bernadette. He went to bed on Christmas Eve with a headache, but on Christmas Day he collapsed on his bedroom floor after suffering a severe stroke. 💔

Andy Shaw pulled the duvet off his bed as he fell, waking his wife Bernadette, who called an ambulance.

He was taken to hospital, where surgeons tried to remove the blood clot in his brain.

Doctors told Bernadette the clot was too big to remove and warned he was likely to be left severely disabled after needing surgery to remove part of his skull to release pressure.

The 61-year-old former soldier and police officer was later transferred and was unable to walk or talk properly.

Yet after spending four months on the stroke ward receiving care and rehabilitation, Andy began rebuilding his life step by step.

"When you have a stroke, it's like your life stops," Andy said. "But coming onto the ward, it's like it started again."

Three years on from the life-threatening stroke, he can now dress himself, communicate with his family, and spend time with his grandchildren.

Now, Andy is preparing to walk 3km to raise money for the NHS to improve facilities for future stroke patients.

He has been training alongside a specialized personal trainer and his walking group to take on the outdoors without a stick.

"Walking outside without a stick, it's very scary, very wobbly," Andy admitted. "But my trainer always said he'd get me walking again."

Family members, friends, and hospital staff who cared for him on the ward are expected to join him on the walk.

Great to see your progress Andy ❤️