An exploration of the stroke co-ordinator role

Although there is knowledge of the substantial benefits of collaborative ap proaches to stroke rehabilitation, information on alternative management st rategies is sparse. This paper describes an exploratory survey, undertaken in the north-west of England, to highlight features of the stroke co-ordinator role. The role is explored in terms of rehabilitation management and service deve lopment. Some strategies to support practitioners in the role, and areas fo r role development, are suggested.