Croí heart and stroke charity, celebrated a landmark moment in stroke recovery and rehabilitation with the official opening of the Joe and Helen O’Toole Community Stroke Hub at the Croí Heart and Stroke Centre in Newcastle, Galway. The facility was officially opened by the Mayor of Galway, Peter Keane.
Made possible by the generosity of the Joe and Helen O’Toole Charitable Trust, Tuam, this state-of-the-art Stroke Hub will serve as a resource for individuals recovering from stroke, offering essential rehabilitation programs, therapies, and carer support services.
The hub, constructed by Carey Construction and designed by architects Simon J Kelly, will provide a dedicated space for Croí’s existing stroke recovery day program, ensuring that stroke survivors and their families have access to much-needed services in a supportive community setting.
The Stroke Hub is the first of its kind in the West of Ireland, complementing Croí’s comprehensive range of services in stroke prevention, cardiovascular care, and disease management. The purpose-built facility is equipped with cutting-edge amenities and staffed by specialist healthcare professionals, ensuring that every person who walks through its doors receives the highest standard of care and support.
