Stroke Foundation
Amanda Clayton is an experienced advocate and professional in the healthcare sector with a focus on family support and consumer representation. Currently serving as a Consumer and Advocate at PICOLO Network since May 2023, Amanda also co-chairs and participates as a consumer on the Family Advisory Council at Children's Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service. Amanda's involvement extends to several organizations, including the Stroke Foundation, where participation in the Childhood Stroke Lived Experience Advisory Group and prior roles as Community Engagement Coordinator highlight a commitment to stroke awareness and advocacy. Additionally, Amanda contributes to Queensland Health's steering committee and pediatric sub-committee, alongside serving as a Consumer Representative for Brainwave Australia. Since founding hospitalpjs.com in 2010, inspired by personal experiences related to childhood stroke, Amanda has demonstrated dedication to improving the experiences of patients and families in healthcare settings. Amanda holds education credentials from James Cook University.
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Stroke Foundation
The Stroke Foundation is a national charity that partners with the community to prevent, treat and beat stroke. We stand alongside stroke survivors and their families, healthcare professionals and researchers. We build community awareness and foster new thinking and innovative treatments. We support survivors on their journey to live the best possible life after stroke. We are the voice of stroke in Australia and we work to: - Raise awareness of the risk factors, signs of stroke and promote healthy lifestyles. - Improve treatment for stroke to save lives and reduce disability. - Improve life after stroke for survivors. - Encourage and facilitate stroke research. - Advocate for initiatives to prevent, treat and beat stroke. - Raise funds from the community, corporate sector and government to continue our mission. Our vision - A world free from disability and suffering caused by stroke. Our mission - Prevent stroke. Save lives. Enhance recovery. Our Values - Courage. Excellence. Compassion. Integrity. Leadership.