Interact Stroke Support
Also known as: Interact Reading Service, Interact Reading Service - Supporting Stroke Recovery
InterAct Stroke Support takes professional actors into hospitals and stroke clubs to read and interact with stroke survivors. This interaction alleviates boredom, depression and stimulates the brain, thus helping rehabilitation & recovery.Post stroke depression is common and neural stimulation has been shown to help the brain "adaptively rewire" finding new routes from A to B.
Activities & Mission
InterAct Stroke Support takes professional actors into hospitals and stroke clubs to read and interact with stroke survivors. This interaction alleviates boredom, depression and stimulates the brain, thus helping rehabilitation & recovery.Post stroke depression is common and neural stimulation has been shown to help the brain "adaptively rewire" finding new routes from A to B.
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Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £170,328 | £215,655 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £184,008 | £234,054 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £150,574 | £143,616 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £152,240 | £129,812 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £201,470 | £189,685 | 0 / 174 |
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Frequently asked questions about Interact Stroke Support
What does Interact Stroke Support do?
InterAct Stroke Support takes professional actors into hospitals and stroke clubs to read and interact with stroke survivors. This interaction alleviates boredom, depression and stimulates the brain, thus helping rehabilitation & recovery.Post stroke depression is common and neural stimulation has been shown to help the brain "adaptively rewire" finding new routes from A to B.
How much income did Interact Stroke Support report in 2024?
Interact Stroke Support reported total income of £170k and reported expenditure of £216k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Interact Stroke Support registered as a charity?
Interact Stroke Support was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 March 2000 as charity number 1080046. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs Interact Stroke Support?
Interact Stroke Support is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is IAN TALBOT OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Interact Stroke Support operate?
Interact Stroke Support operates across 11 areas, including Northern Ireland, Scotland, Birmingham City and 8 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Interact Stroke Support a registered charity?
Yes — Interact Stroke Support is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1080046.
Details
Unit 303.3 Almond Studios
Biscuit Factory Business Complex
100 Drummond Road
SE16 4DG
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Also Known As
- Interact Reading Service
- Interact Reading Service - Supporting Stroke Recovery
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- 14 May 2026
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