Stroke Survivor

This helpful guide for non-professional caregivers of stroke survivors provides words of wisdom and handy checklists from acute care through rehabilitation and possible nursing home care.

You can ask a doctor here for information to help a stroke survivor, and see some questions already answered.

Stroke survivors and caregivers may be interested in this summary article about research and trends in the treatment of aphasia, a speech problem that can occur as a result of a stroke or brain damage.

See stroke survivors, caregivers and healthcare professionals talk about the frustrations of, and treatments for, post-stroke spasticity. Click "Watch Video" to see.

If you know someone who's a stroke survivor, you may feel uncomfortable that you don't know how to interact with him or her. This will tell you how.

Read this article about a recent study that found that inadequate support is provided to caregivers, some stroke survivors don't get the services they need and more.

See this short article for the effects a stroke survivor may suffer, what generally might be gained from rehabilitation, advice concerning patience and more.

See Amy's story of surviving a ruptured cerebral aneurysm if you need some inspiration on what's possible for some people after this kind of stroke.

Read this. Stroke survivors and the people who care for them will benefit from this practical 74-page guide to dealing with recovery issues.

If you or someone you care for is a stroke survivor, see this page for a long list of everyday chores and how to do them, aids and assistance.

Are you a stroke survivor or do you know someone who is? This site lists technologies for people with disabalities, and where to find them.