Steve and his family are traveling to the beach the first week in July. He comments on the restorative benefits of taking a vacation. The Message Board upgrade happened. Steve reports on the upgrade and what is left. A link is provided for your feedback.

The Stroke Network has received accreditation by the Health on the Net Foundation. The sixth annual golf tournament has been scheduled. This is the primary source of income for the network. It keeps us in bytes! This year there is a direct way for members to participate. Finally, Steve reminds everyone of the Online store. Purchasing articles is a way for members to promote stroke awareness.

Sustenance for Survivors and their Families

Earlier this month Chuck and his wife attended a Stroke Camp. This program was devised, organized and staffed by the wife of a stroke survivor. She is also a member of The Stroke Network.

Chuck includes a description of the camp, a link to the camp web pages and quotes from fellow campers. This is an idea whose time may have come.

Click to Read Stroke Camp...

Like many who have brainstem strokes Debbie suffered balance issues. Her PT suggested she see a specialist in Vestibular Equilibrium Disorders.

Debbie explains the process she went through with the specialist and shares exercises which helped improve her balance.
 

Jean reports on stroke news in the media in June. Articles reviewed and linked  include:

· Biography of Hugh Hefner, who had a stroke 20 years ago, approved

· Middle aged woman have more strokes than middle aged men.

· A smoke less cigarette has been developed in Denmark.

· Stroke patient awarded $11 million.

If any of these interests you, click below.

Each month 007, aka Marty, answers reader's questions. Humor is central to responds.

This month Marty tackles on three new questions. Be sure to check them out.

Lin reflects on the fine line stroke survivors walk between facing reality and hope. Hope has extended her recovery. As a survivor Lin has found ways to cope with deficits but continues to dream dreams.

Email recovery ideas which have worked to lmouat@strokenetwork.org

This is the first of a series of articles explaining the web pages of The Stroke Network. The four primary URLs: Home Page, Message Board, Information Resources, and Stroke Awareness are explained.

Read this article to refresh your memory on what is available. Many times I receive questions from contact who suddenly find they need to know about stroke. Knowing where things are helps to guide them.

Stroke Network Websites...

Denny Shane has had six strokes beginning in 2004. The last which occurred this year was the worse!

June Estrada stroked in 2005 at the age of 32. Since her stroke she has run marathons.