Stroke Recovery

Free Communication Class for Stroke Survivors

We recently came across this amazing FREE program for Stroke Survivors.  These are non-credit, no-fee classes.  The classes are taught by licensed speech-language therapists and the groups meet for 2-3 hours.   If interested, contact information is below.   STROKE SURVIVOR – COMMUNICATION CLASS (DSPS 4033)  Class is designed to assist stroke survivors improve overall …

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Pacific Stroke Association Programs and Services Reminder

 April 14, 2017 at 10:30am – Educational Forum “Dealing with Cognitive Deficits and Memory Loss Post-Stroke” • Guest Speaker: Meagan Littlepage, MD, El Camino Hospital, Los Gatos • Location: El Camino Hospital, 2500 Grant Road, Mountain View, Ground Floor, Conference Room A • Time: 10:30am – 12pm (Please arrive between 10-10:30am to enjoy refreshments) • Cost: Free • Please RSVP …

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From Personal Companion to Service Dog

Dogs are loyal, loving, and lively companions. When properly trained, they can offer much more than unconditional friendship. A trained Service or Therapy dog is a valuable caregiver for an elderly or disabled person, providing greater safety and independence for its owner. Jean Cary is a dog trainer with over 30-years experience. She offers in-home training of Service Dogs for seniors …

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Stroke Recovery – How to Talk With Someone After a Stroke

My mother recently suffered a stroke. Fortunately, she is in the early phases of recovery, but this led me to think a great deal about the importance of family support during the recovery period. Language impairment and communication deficiencies are common hurdles for stroke survivors. I asked Debi Rabe, ST, one of the speech therapists …

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