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Welcome to the November 2002 edition of StrokeNet. We hope you discover
information you can use. In addition to regular columns by Steve Mallory,
David Ray and Barbara Layne, find a book review, an invitation to
participate in a survey on Assistive Technology and a link to the website of
stroke survivor Harlan Stockman. In the notices section find an announcement
of an Aphasia documentary exhibit, announcement of a change of dates for the
Rehabilitation and Technology seminar, the introduction of a new government
website and an article about a rehabilitation center 30 year celebration
including the volunteer efforts of stroke survivor John Stokes. Bios this
month are of Bobbie Hall and Michael Roberts.
Each month StrokeNet publishes member Biographies. We would like to hear
from you. Readers appreciate and are encouraged by reading the stories of
stroke survivors. Please send your bio (maximum 1000 words) and picture (not
required by appreciated) to lwisman@strokenetwork.org.
Organization Highlights, by Steve Mallory
Steve announces the need for members of the Board of Directors and other
volunteers. He also reports on the initiation of a Stoke Caregivers
Committee. Please be sure to contact him if you can help personally or know
of someone else who could be of assistance.
The golf tournament fundraiser was held successfully in October. It
helped to insure the future of the network. Steve recently upgraded to
Windows 2000. More importantly he shares info on his new head pointer and
keyboard. Be sure to investigate! Finally he reminds us of the current
Assistive Technology Chat Series.
Read Steve's Remarks...
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Life in New Zealand with a Stroke, by David G. Ray |
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This month David reports on two stroke club meetings. During the first
members had the opportunity to exercise muscles and brains with assorted
exercises. The second was a birthday party for the stroke club with
singers. David then gives the update on yachting, which he promised in
October.
David's Article... »
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Book Review: A Stroke of Genius, by Lin Wisman |
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Read a review of the book "A Stroke of Genius" by Sandy Simon. Sandy's
stroke happened in 1993. In his book he is able to help non-stroke
survivors understand the experience of having a stroke. He provides
stories to which other stroke survivors can relate.
Book Review... »
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Stroke Research and AT Survey Invitation |
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All stroke survivors are invited to take a short survey, which documents
assistive technology devises used in rehabilitation. Dr. Laura Cushman,
who is part of the team conducting this survey, is on the expert panel
for the Stroke Network.
The Survey... »
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Website: Harlan Stockman |
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Harlan Stockman is a reader who suffered an ischemic brain stem stroke
in March of 2002. The suspected cause was a patent foramen ovale (PFO)
or a hole in his heart. The web pages include an explanation of PFO's as
well as description and pictures of exercises he has used particularly
to improve hand use and balance. He includes other pictures and
reflections on his recovery so far. It's a good story to read. We wish
him lots of luck.
Harlan's Website... »
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Website Review, by Barbara Layne |
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Barbara reviews the website of The Brain Coalition, http://www.stroke-site.org/.
The coalition consists of professional, voluntary and government
organizations dedicated to reducing the disabilities and even death
caused by stroke This site has a number of interesting sections, both
for survivors and their families and for medical personnel. It includes
links to various tools for assessing strokes.
Website Review... »
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Notices |
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"Picturing Aphasia," a documentary will be exhibited in New York City on
Nov 11 - 22. Innovative Speech Therapy has postponed their
Rehabilitation and Technology Seminar. It will be held March 7, 2003.
Read about a new US government website, http://www.disabilityinfo.gov/,
aimed at those with disabilities. It provides a lot of great info.
Finally, StrokeNet reader John Stokes shares an article about a
celebration at his local rehabilitation hospital.
Notices... »
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Bios: Bobbie Hall and Michael Roberts |
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Bobbie Hall experienced her stroke in 1998 at the age of 57. In her bio
she describes the progress she has made toward independence. She
especially enjoys "getting out and doing things and going places."
Michael Roberts is a regular contributor to StrokeNet. He includes
not only his story, but a short poem and a link to his webpages.
Bios... »
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About Us |
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What is The Stroke Network? Where did it come from? Who are the people
that work there? Read the FAQ if you would like to know.
Just with is FAQ? I've seen it on the Internet several times but I've
never understood what it stood for. What is FAQ and why does our
organization have these letters? FAQ is an acronym for Frequently Asked
Questions. It's basically questions that most people are going to ask if
they want to know about your web site and service.
Our organization has a FAQ in order to give you some background
information and insight into our organization. The FAQ is linked from
virtually every single page on our whole web site. If you scroll down
the page and look on the left column you will see a button with a
question mark. Click on the button and you will be hyperlinked to our
FAQ web page.
You will learn about the formation of our organization and it's
history. You can find out who are our partners and learn about our basic
policies. Most of the frequently asked questions can be found here but
if you have more please let us know.
About Us »
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