The Stroke Champion Awards are a way to recognise people who demonstrate tireless dedication to their work in the field of stroke. We want them to know that although they don’t get formal recognition, their contribution to the lives of stroke patients, survivors and carers is vital and does not go unnoticed.

If this fits the description of any health professionals, social care professionals, general professionals, stroke survivors, carers or members of the general public you know then please nominate them for one of the following two categories of the Stroke Champion Awards:

Stroke Care Champion Award

This Stroke Society of Australasia award is open to health and social care professionals who have demonstrated a commitment of five or more years in the field of stroke and who have gone beyond their professional duties to improve stroke care and outcomes for stroke patients.
The judging panel is looking for professionals who are enhancing the wellbeing of stroke survivors or carers by:
•    improving access to and delivery of services or information
•    increasing other health provider’s and health professional’s awareness, knowledge and understanding of stroke care
•    enhancing the community’s awareness of stroke.

The 2010 winner was Jacqueline Ancliffe MCSP, MSc, FACP, who has worked in acute stroke care and rehabilitation of stroke survivors for more than 30 years.

Jacqueline was recognised for her invaluable role in the professional development of other stroke health workers and for patient advocacy through the Stroke Society of Australasia and as the Western Australia State Nursing and Allied Health representative on the Australian Stroke Coalition. Jacqueline is a Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist at the Royal Perth Hospital.

Click here for a nomination form. (PDF)

Improving Life After Stroke Award

This National Stroke Foundation award recognises stroke survivors, carers and volunteers who have helped stroke patients get their life back on track after a stroke.

The award celebrates those who have not yet been formally recognised for their commitment over five years or more to supporting or improving care for stroke survivors and raising awareness of their needs.

The judges are looking for people who are committed to:

•    increasing community awareness and understanding of stroke survivors’ needs
•    improving quality of life for stroke survivors and carers
•    improving access to information and services for stroke survivors and carers
•    providing support for stroke survivors in the community


The 2010 winner was the late Anita Rosenberg OAM who was recognised for her stroke support work in Sydney.
Anita worked in stroke rehabilitation from 1977 and was known for establishing stroke clubs and recognised by many for her leadership in their development and the growth of the present-day Stroke Recovery Association.

Click here for a nomination form. (PDF)

Please send your nomination forms to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or fax to (03) 9670 9300.

Click here to download the Stroke Champion Awards flyer.