To take part you can read the consultation document, participate in public meetings and events, and complete an online or paper questionnaire.
To find out more about our proposals and how to respond to the consultation, please visit www.somersetics.org.uk/stroke
“We are convinced that the proposals for hyper acute stroke units in Somerset will improve the quality of services and help us achieve better outcomes for the 3,000 stroke patients treated in our area each year.
“This is the opportunity to have your say and help us to transform stroke care for everyone in our area and ensure a high-quality and sustainable service for the future.”
Peter Lewis, Chief Executive of Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and Yeovil District Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, said: “I am proud of the care that our colleagues provide for stroke patients, and they are working hard to give the best care possible, but experience from elsewhere has shown that consolidating stroke care can provide more sustainable services and better outcomes for more patients.
“No decision has been made yet and we want people to share their views and to help us understand as many different views on our proposals as possible, including potential benefits or impacts, other ideas or adjustments that could be considered before a decision is made.
“This feedback will help us to shape the model of care and provide support to our committed healthcare professionals delivering this vitally important service."