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Everyone has the right to live life to the full. We want to ensure #NoLifeHalfLived in Scotland.
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Joined March 2009
At 22, most people are planning their future. So was Kirsty until a stroke changed everything. "My life changed forever. Everything I had hoped and planned for was taken away from me." Read Kirsty's story & donate to give the gift of hope this Christmas. https://t.co/IR0jWMedGQ
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Physical Activity Specialist (Mat Cover) with @CHSScotland delivering and promoting physical activity sessions to people referred to their Movement Matters programme. 📍Edinburgh/hybrid 💷 £28,023 📅Fixed Term (12 months) 32.5hpw https://t.co/0dKK7oQ4OQ
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We’re kicking off 2026 with some brilliant offers in our online shop. ✨ You’ll find half-price Christmas cards, 2026 diaries, gift bags and gift tags in our final reductions sale – stock up while stocks last! Shop now 👉 https://t.co/Zgm4SxK9SN
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HAPPY NEW YEAR from everyone at Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland!🎉 Here's to another year of helping the 1 in 5 people across Scotland affected by chest, heart, stroke conditions or Long Covid. We wish you all the best for 2026! ⭐
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As 2025 draws to a close we want to say THANK YOU to everyone who supported us this year! 👏 We simply couldn’t support the 1 in 5 people affected by chest, heart, stroke conditions or Long Covid without you. Here's to 2026! ✨🙌 #NoLifeHalfLived
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When someone gives or witnesses CPR, it can leave a lasting impact - even long after the event. Our free, confidential Advice Line offers support to help people process what they’ve been through. 📞 Call 0808 801 0899 📱 Text ADVICE to 66777 📧 Email adviceline@chss.org.uk
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Many people living with a chest or heart condition, who have had a stroke, or are navigating Long Covid experience tiredness and fatigue. Our essential guide has advice and information to help you if you’re struggling with tiredness and fatigue. 👉 https://t.co/bRwi2RNpZ0
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It’s thanks to your support that we’re able to help families like Kirsty's overcome the fear and uncertainty of life after stroke. You can read her inspiring story here - https://t.co/e8R5YgUvcM Thank you and Merry Christmas from everyone at Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland. 🎄❤️
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“That first Christmas was unbearable. I was grieving my old life. I thought I was losing all of my sight, my independence and my future. I wanted to be brave, but I felt broken.” 💔 Please donate what you can to help people like Kirsty build a new future. https://t.co/PVJeO8ZMZQ
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✨ Christmas Hours ✨ 🗓️ Advice Line Holiday Closures: 📌 25th and 26th December 📌 1st and 2nd January 🛍️ Retail Shops Holiday Closures: 📌24th December 2pm 📌reopening 3rd January
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“I’ll never forget this day. It was like…touch and go.” 🤍 When Kirsty had a stroke at 22, it had a huge impact on her whole family. By donating this Christmas, you can help families like Kirsty’s get the support they need to rebuild their lives. https://t.co/e8R5YgUvcM
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If you’re worried about your condition this winter, our Advice Line team are here to help. No question is too big or too small. ☎️ Call on freephone 0808 801 0899 📧 Email adviceline@chss.org.uk 📱 Text ADVICE to 66777
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We’re looking for Community Support Services Coordinator in #Lothian 🔹 Closing date: 9 January 2026 🔹 Hours: 28.5 🔹Location: Lothian 🔹Salary: £24,798 Pro Rata Find out more and apply now🔗 https://t.co/gGLE97pCy2
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We’re looking for a Stroke Nurse in #Grampian 🔹 Closing date: 9 January 2026 🔹 Hours: 30 🔹Location: Dr Gray's Hospital/Home 🔹Salary: £35,205 Pro Rata Find out more and apply now🔗 https://t.co/gGLE97pCy2
#HealthJobs #CharityJobs @NHSGrampian
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“I asked my mum why the hospital room was so dark. That’s when I learned I had lost part of my sight. I know now it will never return.” Read Kirsty's story & donate to give the gift of hope this Christmas. https://t.co/IR0jWMedGQ
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Around one third of stroke survivors live with aphasia - and it doesn’t have to be that way. In the chamber yesterday, I again pressed the SNP to deliver the 24/7 national thrombectomy service promised back in 2023. Early clot removal saves brains, lives, and independence - and
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Can you help us? In partnership with @TheSFUnion and @CHSScotland we’re looking for all players in Scotland to complete the survey! Please share at your club and help us get a true reflection of the costs and benefits of walking football!
Launching today - A major study into the Costs and Benefits of Walking Football, carried out by the Scottish Football Union and Walking Football Scotland with the support of @CHSScotland Involved in Walking Football? Survey link here
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Tomorrow the Scottish Parliament will hold its first-ever debate on aphasia. 🗣️ Affecting 1 in 3 stroke survivors, aphasia impacts speaking, understanding, reading & writing. This is an important step in raising awareness of the challenges faced by people living with aphasia.
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When you shop with us, you’ll now find a QR code on your receipt. Scan it to unlock exclusive rewards and offers through @sovendus! 🤳🎁 Find your nearest store 👉 https://t.co/8YdmLH81Pm
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We've created a factsheet to help you feel more confident finding reliable health information online. ✅ Inside you’ll find top tips for spotting trustworthy sources, where to find reliable health info and how to search for information online 👉 https://t.co/FEtkcyjqfa
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We’re here for you for this winter. ❤️ If you’re worried about your condition this winter, our Advice Line team are here to help. No question is too big or too small. ☎️ Call on freephone 0808 801 0899 📧 Email adviceline@chss.org.uk 📱 Text ADVICE to 66777
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