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Dad Craig left disabled after THREE strokes – now he’s working for Stoke City

Now Craig Lockett has been nominated for a Your Heroes Award…

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 3:00 PM
Dad Craig left disabled after THREE strokes – now he’s working for Stoke City
Key Things to Know
  • Craig now works for Stoke City Foundation running support groups after suffering three disabling strokes.
  • Craig has been nominated for Carer of the Year in North Staffordshire's Your Heroes Awards.
  • The Stoke City Foundation support group was also nominated for Community Group of the Year.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Stroke survivor Craig, who was left disabled following three strokes, now works for Stoke City Foundation leading wellbeing and activity sessions for fellow survivors. His dedicated efforts have earned him a nomination for Carer of the Year at the Your Heroes Awards, while his support groups received a nomination for Community Group of the Year.

After his first stroke in 2018 left him out of work for five years, Craig partnered with the Stroke Association to establish weekly sessions that assist 15 to 20 attendees with recovery, physical activity, and social confidence.

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